KTM 390 Duke R vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450

Last Updated: October 16, 2026

Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 price starts at Rs. 2.51 Lakh, which is Rs. 95,715 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.47 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 390 Duke R offers a claimed 30 kmpl, while the Guerrilla 450 delivers 29.5 kmpl. On the performance front, the 390 Duke R uses a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Guerrilla 450 a 452cc engine producing 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 390 Duke R and Guerrilla 450, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Guerrilla 450 stands out for affordability.

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390 Duke R vs Guerrilla 450 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 390 Duke RRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.47 LakhRs. 2.51 Lakh
Mileage 30 kmpl29.5 kmpl
Engine 398.63 cc452 cc
Max power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 168.3 Kg184 Kg

390 Duke R vs Guerrilla 450 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 390 Duke R STDRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex Red
Rating
144 reviews
19 reviews
Brand Name KTM Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.47 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.51 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves
Max Power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 9,495 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,874 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,891 390 Duke R Insurance Rs. 21,778 Guerrilla 450 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
167 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves
Engine Displacement
398.63 cc
452 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
40 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
89 mm
84 mm
Stroke
64 mm
81.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Not Available
Compression Ratio
12.71:1
11.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
29.5 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Telescopic Forks, 43 mm, Travel - 140 mm
Suspension-Rear
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable
Linkage Type Monoshock, Travel - 150 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-120/70-R17 Rear :-160/60-R17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
173 kg
Seat height
800 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
2.2 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2145*833*1125 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1440 mm
Length
Not Available
2145 mm
Ground Clearance
183 mm
169 mm
Height
Not Available
1125 mm
Width
Not Available
833 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
11 L
Kerb Weight
168.3 Kg
184 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Steel, Tubular Frame Using Engine As Stressed Member
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Track,Rain,Street
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
ECO Mode
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
500Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
5000Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
10000Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
15000Kms/540 days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Improved performance means this is the quickest bike in its segment
  • Brakes feel sharp and predictable
  • Adjustable suspension handles bad road well even in its stock setting
  • Lower seat height should make it more accessible to shorter riders
  • Feels super light on its feet and agile when changing directions
  • You can barely feel any engine heat, even in bumper to bumper traffic
  • Motor has become a lot smoother than before
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
  • Punchy motor makes it a lot of fun in the city or on the highway
  • Feels really nimble, whether filtering through traffic or having fun on a winding hill road
  • The low 780mm seat height and low-ish 184kg kerb weight makes it really easy to manage
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Some of the panel gaps are a little too pronounced
  • H-rated Metzeler tyres feel a little squiggly when pushing the bike hard and the signature KTM orange colour option looks too garish in this model
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
  • Engine still has some vibrations throughout the rev range
  • Non-adjustable brake and clutch levers might be a bit of a reach for those with smaller hands
  • Smaller 11-litre fuel tank means more fuel stops if you’re out touring

Is KTM 390 Duke R Better Than Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450?

63% users have chosen KTM 390 Duke R over Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 245 users have also rated KTM 390 Duke R and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences KTM 390 Duke R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and safety. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Guerrilla 450 390 Duke R
Mileage 3.9 4.0
Performance 4.5 4.9
Comfort 4.6 4.8
Maintenance 4.1 4.1
Safety 0.1 0.5
Features 4.7 4.2
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better b/w jawa 42 and guerrilla 450
  • Both the Jawa 42 and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 are impressive motorcycles, each offering distinct strengths in their respective segments. The Jawa 42 comes with a 294 cc engine, delivering 27.32 PS of power and a mileage of around 33 km/l, making it suitable for daily commuting. On the other hand, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 features a 452 cc engine with 40.02 PS of power and a mileage of approximately 29.5 km/l, ideal for riders seeking stronger performance and highway capability. Ultimately, the choice depends on your personal preferences and riding requirements. We recommend visiting your nearest authorized dealership for a test ride before making your final decision.

KTM 390 Duke R Vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 390 Duke R vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450?
As per the users experiences KTM 390 Duke R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and safety. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 390 Duke R vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450?
The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹95,715.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 390 Duke R vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450?
For the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Duke R produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Apex Red version, 452 cc Petrol engine of Guerrilla 450 produces 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 40 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 390 Duke R has better performance.

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