2024 KTM 390 DUKE vs CF MOTO 450NK
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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
- CF MOTO 450NK 79.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 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 45 hp (2024 KTM 390 DUKE) up to 47 hp (CF MOTO 450NK).
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 149 kg (2024 KTM 390 DUKE) to 165 kg (CF MOTO 450NK).
- Displacement spans 400 cc (2024 KTM 390 DUKE) to 450 cc (CF MOTO 450NK).
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| Specification | KTM 390 DUKE | CF MOTO 450NK |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | CF MOTO |
| Model | KTM 390 DUKE | CF MOTO 450NK |
| Engine size | 400cc | 450cc |
| Power | 45hp | 47hp |
| Torque | 39nm. | 39nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 149kg | 165kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm Disc with Radially mounted calliper | 320 mm single discs，J.Juan |
| Rear brake | 240 mm Disc with Floating calliper | 220 mm single disc，HANGTE |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 17 | 110/70 R17 CST AS5 |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 17 | 150/60 R17 CST AS5 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 5-click Compression & Rebound adjustable, Open Cartridge, WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter | upside down telescopic fork, front shock not adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Adjustable WP APEX Monoshock, 5-step Rebound damping, 10-step preload adjustable | central shock, preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 175km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13.5 L – 3.5 L/100km | 14 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6199 | $5399 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Easy start, TFT display with multi-color, Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) |
-Traction control, riding modes, 5-inch TFT screen with navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Slipper clutch, Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
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2024 KTM 390 DUKE vs 2023 CF MOTO 450NK: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 390 DUKE and 2023 CF MOTO 450NK are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the 390 DUKE has a lower listed weight, and the 450NK has more displacement, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
450NK has a larger listed engine displacement (450 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
390 DUKE and 450NK have very similar peak power (45 hp vs 47 hp).
Torque
390 DUKE and 450NK have very similar listed torque (39 Nm vs 39 Nm).
Listed top speed
450NK has a clear listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 175 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
390 DUKE is notably lighter on the listed weight (149 kg vs 165 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: 390 DUKE is listed higher (83 cm) than 450NK (79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while peak power and torque remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 390 DUKE vs CF MOTO 450NK?
CF MOTO 450NK is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 175 km/h (109 mph) for KTM 390 DUKE.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 390 DUKE or CF MOTO 450NK?
CF MOTO 450NK has 47 hp compared with 45 hp on the KTM 390 DUKE.
Which is lighter, KTM 390 DUKE or CF MOTO 450NK?
KTM 390 DUKE is lighter at 149 kg vs 165 kg for CF MOTO 450NK.
Which is better, KTM 390 DUKE or CF MOTO 450NK?
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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