This looks decent and definitely will work as a low beam. However the 6000K color temperature has me worried. It may not be so efficient to use in the rains.

Took the D390 to Leh last week. It performed superbly though it was taxing on body and I had issues with luggage management. the reserve power is bliss on single lane highway overtaking and also it performed fantastically on ascents.

But the riding in high temperatures took toll on its engine head gasket. It got blown out, thereby resulting in leakage of engine oil and loss of power. It refused to go beyond 145-148 on plains after it. Pickup also suffered. Pathetic quality Bajaj/KTM.
Even the Avenger and Pulsars faired better.

My left crash guard bolt had come off last month. Like always my svc didnt have stock of that bolt. So they put some other screw. Yesterday I found that one missing too. My svc is crap... sorry for that word. But it was necessary.

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But the riding in high temperatures took toll on its engine head gasket. It got blown out, thereby resulting in leakage of engine oil and loss of power. It refused to go beyond 145-148.

My Duke 390 4k kms report:

1.) I have got used to the power now. But the change this bike has bought in me is huge. I can now ride any bike and nothing feels too fast or uncontrollable as it used to be in the past.
2.) Leaking head was fixed in 2nd service, head has started leaking again after just 1000kms of use. Will get it re-checked again in nxt service.
3.) Front brake noise fixed in 2nd service creeped back in after just a day of riding, will get it re-checked in next service.
4.) Engine has got smoother now, pulls cleanly even from low revs.
5.) This bike makes people go crazy. So far 1 guy on a R15 fell from flyover trying to race with me. 1 Car guy banged onto a divider and 1 Pulsar 200NS rider banged into a auto rickshaw! Will narrate these stories in detail some other time.
6.) I mostly ride with ABS off. However, around a week back there was stormy weather in Delhi with rains. ABS saved me twice on that day. Once when a Tree fell right in front of me and Secondly when a Cage driver cut right in front of me because of low visibility.
7.) Grip provided by Metzelers is just fantastic. Can rip like crazy even on wet roads. However, they can get scary if you try even slightest offroading.
8.) Heats up a LOT in traffic. However, cools down as soon as the roads open up. Not the best bike to ride to office in peak hours.
9.) Next upgrade can only be a superbike.
And did it mention it wheelies in 2nd gear without even trying

Overall, this bike is full of flaws. However, once you slot in the gear and let go off clutch it more than makes up for all the flaws.

Silly Q : Whats the extra white connector just below our seat in the battery compartment?

I am confused by some saying its to connect the KTM power-part alarm ( which is 15A) and some others that its for Mobile charging (10A). Whats true?

And you seem to be proud for making others crash.
:thumbdown: Be a responsible rider not a hooligan on road. Yeah the 390 is fast but dont forget there are faster bikes than that, the same can happen with you.
Though most of the riders on road are 'dumbtards' thinking they will beat a 390 on an RE.
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Hi guys,

Got the duke 390 ( black) last week from Dewan KTM in Uttam Nagar.
Was disappointed overall with the sales forces.
My suggestion is anyone planning to buy in Delhi should go the the showroom in Cannaught Place, even though the vehicle cost is 2500/- more than what is offered at Dewan Uttam Nagar.

Upgraded from a cbr250r and I am already happy with my decision.
Completed 250kms so far.


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I too have a Ceeber 250 and contemplating a change to 390.
Infact had a test ride today but was not impressed with the big duke of India.
Seating stance is good but overall didn't like the bike. May be being a test ride bike having run about 4k km it had been abused enough to have that feel good factor gone.

Having changed already what all you liking in it?

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white light may not penetrate much distance in rain/fog condition, but the LEDs work better then halogen at low-beam area in-terms of illumination (my personal experience), when the road is wet and during moderate rains. This could be cos the light does not have to travel much, or it could be that 98% of other vehicles have halogen (yellowish) light, and an odd white one tends to differentiate itself and stands out.. For eg, on my classic 500, i have a separate switch to control the LEDs. In rainy situation (or any situation), when i switch between just the halogen (philips Xtreme), and just the LEDs, the LEDs give better illumination. And bullet's headlight dome design combined with 55-60w Philips Xtreme halogen, powered by 14 amp battery, is well known for its illumination capabilities.
Anyhow, at night the OEM halogen is always there on the 390, and combined usage of LED + OEM halogen obviously gives better illumination then only stock, in any condition. If 6-7k is not a big deal, once can always give it shot, and am sure will not be dissapointed.

Hi guys,

Got the duke 390 ( black) last week from Dewan KTM in Uttam Nagar.
Was disappointed overall with the sales forces.
My suggestion is anyone planning to buy in Delhi should go the the showroom in Cannaught Place, even though the vehicle cost is 2500/- more than what is offered at Dewan Uttam Nagar.

Upgraded from a cbr250r and I am already happy with my decision.
Completed 250kms so far.

I too have a Ceeber 250 and contemplating a change to 390.
Infact had a test ride today but was not impressed with the big duke of India.
Seating stance is good but overall didn't like the bike. May be being a test ride bike having run about 4k km it had been abused enough to have that feel good factor gone.

Having changed already what all you liking in it?

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