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@MK this aint ranting i guess thats my personal opinion....so cool off bro...btw i m a petrolhead too... so keep calm and carry on with the 200 is better than 390 discussions....

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Bro, take a chill pill.. He wasn't ranting.. maybe you read it at the wrong time. Chill bro.

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Guys, had a chance to speak to the KTM zonal manager today. We will have our bikes in hand by Sept 15, worst case Sept 20. This is what he promised, although the agreement itself ends by Sep 25th, and for me its 3 days earlier. Speaking to him gave me somewhat of a relief, just by knowing that I do not have to expect the bike any sooner than the mentioned date. Just thought of sharing with you guys. Thanks.

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[MENTION=63149]surencameo[/MENTION]

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Autocar India comprehensive review: KTM 390 DUKE | Comprehensive Review | Autocar India - YouTube

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Hi JayD, I have been following so hard with the KTM guys here since some 6 months, which fortunately turned the store manager, sales exe, and service engineer some good friends of mine. They became so jovial and feel really bad for not delivering the bike on time. Also as a result of my emails to KTM, I got the zonal manager in contact and I had called him 3 times since the launch regarding delivery. He was quoting Aug end before and now promises a delivery by sep 15th, worst case 20th. His tone seemed promising and I guess this should be true this time, but as mentioned by you, it they delay it further, we have no one to question. Badly needing the bike now.

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Nice review with video, just one mistake- he says top speed is 262kmph in the excitement

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[MENTION=63149]surencameo[/MENTION]

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Did you get your bike? I heard from BTM KTM that they would have some first delivery event or something like that.
Also, please let me know how many bikes were delivered on the day that you took your delivery. Thanks !!

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Yup. Got the bike. :-) you would be the 2nd. I got it early cause I took the temporary registeration. Going to chennai tomorrow. Will be back on Tuesday :-)

Sent from my M030

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Congrats... :-). Do you know if they delivered more than one bike today?

I'm #3 unless #2 cancelled his booking which I doubt.

Called KTM BTM today and I was told that first lot is coming in only during 2nd week of September :-(

Please post pictures and your first impression etc.... :-)

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Another review: KTM 390 Duke: Road Test Page - 1| ZigWheels.com

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Ohk now this is getting really confusing. Test rode the bike and absolutely loved it, can be termed a mad bike. Would have booked it straight away but have a few confusions.

I previously had the N250r which I sold of bout a year back, honestly got bored of the power and wanted an upgrade. Regret my decision till today for parting away with the bike, but ever since this bike has been launched its been an interesting prospect. But again, does it qualify as an upgrade or do I just plan something bigger.

My use would be occasional last night/early morning speed bursts, I'm not into touring and neither would be using a bike for daily commuting. Does it solve the purpose? Or would I end up getting bored and regret my decision? The power is usable, price pretty tempting but would it give the same feeling on content that a litre class bike would give ( though it has all the unused power and blah). Also I'm 5ft 11, felt the bike looked kind of small under me, which was a bit of a turn off when I pictured myself, but again ripping the bike wiped off all the negative feelings in a few micro seconds !

Yes confused I am, Any help/ suggestions/ advice?

Apologise for flooding this thread and piling on with my indecisiveness, thank you nonetheless xbhp for providing me a platform where I can atleast share my thoughts with fellow bikers

Cheers

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[MENTION=63622]RahulAk[/MENTION], If you got bored of N250 in a year then I think only an SBK will satisfy you. There is a lot of power in D390 but its definitely not in the class of SBK. If you are looking at liter class and don't ride regularly then why not go for N650?