KTM 390 Duke R vs Zontes 350R

Last Updated: September 7, 2026

Zontes 350R price starts at Rs. 2.57 Lakh, which is Rs. 89,653 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 350R delivers 40 kmpl. On the performance front, the 390 Duke R uses a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm and the 350R a 348cc engine producing 38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 390 Duke R and 350R, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the 350R stands out for affordability and mileage.

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390 Duke R vs 350R Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 390 Duke RZontes 350R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.47 LakhRs. 2.57 Lakh
Mileage 30 kmpl40 kmpl
Engine 398.63 cc348 cc
Max power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 168.3 Kg180 Kg

390 Duke R vs 350R Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 390 Duke R STDZontes 350R STD
Rating
144 reviews
39 reviews
Brand Name KTM Zontes
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.47 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.57 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Single cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm 38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Zontes 350R 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 Digital
EMI
Rs. 9,491 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 7,037 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,889 390 Duke R Insurance Rs. 13,012 350R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
167 kmph
150 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Single cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
398.63 cc
348 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
32.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
89 mm
84.5 mm
Stroke
64 mm
62 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
12.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
40 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

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

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

Seat height
800 mm
795 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2010*795*1120 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1380 mm
Length
Not Available
2010 mm
Ground Clearance
183 mm
152 mm
Height
Not Available
1120 mm
Width
Not Available
795 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
168.3 Kg
180 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
265 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available

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

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

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
Zontes 350R
  • Radical design is an attention magnet, unparalleled features list in the segment, keyless system is convenient
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
Zontes 350R
  • Engine refinement and performance levels are far below expectations, quality levels are poor, low city and highway fuel efficiency for a 350cc, disappointing brakes and ABS calibration, service network and quality

Is Zontes 350R Better Than KTM 390 Duke R?

57% users have chosen Zontes 350R over KTM 390 Duke R in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 277 users have also rated Zontes 350R and KTM 390 Duke R 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 Zontes 350R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
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 350R 390 Duke R
Mileage 3.1 3.9
Performance 3.7 4.5
Comfort 4.5 4.6
Maintenance 3.3 4.1
Features 4.8 4.7
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Which bike is best between KTM 390 Duke R vs Zontes 350R?
As per the users experiences KTM 390 Duke R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Zontes 350R is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 390 Duke R vs Zontes 350R?
The Zontes 350R is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹89,653.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 390 Duke R vs Zontes 350R?
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 STD version, 348 cc Petrol engine of 350R produces 38.52 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 32.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 390 Duke R has better performance.

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