2024 KTM 390 DUKE vs 2024 KTM 250 Duke
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 KTM 390 DUKE 83 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 KTM 250 Duke 80 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 31.5 hp (2024 KTM 250 Duke) up to 45 hp (2024 KTM 390 DUKE).
- Torque spans 25 Nm (2024 KTM 250 Duke) up to 39 Nm (2024 KTM 390 DUKE).
- Weight spans 148 kg (2024 KTM 250 Duke) to 149 kg (2024 KTM 390 DUKE).
- Displacement spans 250 cc (2024 KTM 250 Duke) to 400 cc (2024 KTM 390 DUKE).
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| Specification | KTM 390 DUKE | KTM 250 Duke |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | KTM |
| Model | KTM 390 DUKE | KTM 250 Duke |
| Engine size | 400cc | 250cc |
| Power | 45hp | 31.5hp |
| Torque | 39nm. | 25nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 149kg | 148kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm Disc with Radially mounted calliper | Front four-piston radial fixed BYBRE caliper, 320mm brake disc |
| Rear brake | 240 mm Disc with Floating calliper | 2-piston floating BYBRE caliper, 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 17 | 110/70 17 MRF |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 17 | 150/60 R17 MRF |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 5-click Compression & Rebound adjustable, Open Cartridge, WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter | WP APEX 43 |
| Rear suspension | Adjustable WP APEX Monoshock, 5-step Rebound damping, 10-step preload adjustable | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 175km/h | 163km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13.5 L – 3.5 L/100km | 13 L – 2.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6199 | $5200 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -Easy start, TFT display with multi-color, Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) |
-Ride by wire throttle, slipper clutch, digital instrument -Quick start, Cornering ABS, TYPE-C port |
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2024 KTM 390 DUKE vs 2024 KTM 250 Duke: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 390 DUKE and 2024 KTM 250 Duke are closely matched in weight, while the 390 DUKE has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
390 DUKE has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (400 cc vs 250 cc).
Peak power
390 DUKE has a clear listed power advantage (45 hp vs 31.5 hp).
Torque
390 DUKE has a clear listed torque advantage (39 Nm vs 25 Nm).
Listed top speed
390 DUKE has a modest listed top-speed advantage (175 km/h vs 163 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
390 DUKE and 250 Duke have very similar listed weights (149 kg vs 148 kg). 250 Duke has a lower listed seat height (80 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 390 DUKE vs KTM 250 Duke?
KTM 390 DUKE is listed at 175 km/h (109 mph) vs 163 km/h (101 mph) for KTM 250 Duke.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 390 DUKE or KTM 250 Duke?
KTM 390 DUKE has 45 hp compared with 32 hp on the KTM 250 Duke.
Which is lighter, KTM 390 DUKE or KTM 250 Duke?
KTM 250 Duke is lighter at 148 kg vs 149 kg for KTM 390 DUKE.
Which is better, KTM 390 DUKE or KTM 250 Duke?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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