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**abhiiceman** · 06-02-2017, 11:55 PM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by experimentalhead View Post

Thanks a lot Abhi.
Do you happen to know the latest software update version?

Checkout this video and that guy's videos for any doubts

https://youtu.be/d2332pDEN94

**ayushbikerboy** · 06-02-2017, 11:59 PM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by DRRAVINDERCHOPRA View Post

I am using disc lock from ABUS. It's a very good build. Purchased online @1600

Even i ordered the same yesterday. Glad to know the build is good. Intially was plannig for some kind of tracking device also but Ktm guys has advised against any kind of electronic extra market installation.

**experimentalhead** · 06-03-2017, 12:02 AM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by abhiiceman View Post

Checkout this video and that guy's videos for any doubts

https://youtu.be/d2332pDEN94

Thanks Abhi. Will share with my friend.

Originally posted by ayushbikerboy View Post

Ask your friend to contact the ktm service center for the latest ecu update, which is version 39. After this update, many issues will be resolved including the drl issue although the bluetooth might or might not work. I recieved my bike 3 days back. It already came with the v39 and i haven't faced any issue till now (touchwood).

Thanks Ayush. Will share this info with my friend. Thanks a lot again guys.

Ride safe. Ride hard.

**abhiiceman** · 06-03-2017, 12:05 AM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by experimentalhead View Post

Thanks Abhi. Will share with my friend.

Thanks Ayush. Will share this info with my friend. Thanks a lot again guys.

Ride safe. Ride hard.

Riding my 220 very hard to keep up with the newer bikes

.. just kidding.. ride safe.

**Ajay Vishwanath** · 06-03-2017, 12:50 AM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by revvharder View Post

Hi everybody one of my friend is fighting against the handling and logistics charges which are charged by the dealer and if any of you have paid these charges please mail me on [email protected] ASAP.

No. We didn't. Maybe because it's already included in the exshowroom price. But how much is he charging? How much is the ex showroom?
Is he charging separately from exshowroom price?

And please do not post your personal contact details in the open forum.

**Rahul.g** · 06-03-2017, 01:26 AM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by Chandan92 View Post

During run in one should not exceed 7500 rpm till 1000kms

I own a '15 RC 390 and I chose a different run in
I redlined my bike several time by gradually increasing throttle several time in the first 200 kms after which I changed the oiland oil filter that came from factory
Bike has now done 20k kms and no issue with the engine.

It depends how you run in your motorcycle but if you dont know what you're doing, its better to stick to the instructions given by the manufacturer.

**revvharder** · 06-03-2017, 01:29 AM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Actually he has filed a PIL

**revvharder** · 06-03-2017, 01:31 AM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by Ajay Vishwanath View Post

No. We didn't. Maybe because it's already included in the exshowroom price. But how much is he charging? How much is the ex showroom?
Is he charging separately from exshowroom price?

And please do not post your personal contact details in the open forum.

He has filed PIL so please help as much you can and collect information from friends and relatives.

**Chandan92** · 06-03-2017, 10:21 AM

2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by Rahul.g View Post

I own a '15 RC 390 and I chose a different run in
I redlined my bike several time by gradually increasing throttle .

Procedure of run in is controversial topic, people like me follow manufacture instructions because some logic must be there. People following other methods can also be right, it's better to follow method which suit best to their bike.

**Kushal_Arora** · 06-03-2017, 11:25 AM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by ayushbikerboy View Post

Ask your friend to contact the ktm service center for the latest ecu update, which is version 39. After this update, many issues will be resolved including the drl issue although the bluetooth might or might not work. I recieved my bike 3 days back. It already came with the v39 and i haven't faced any issue till now (touchwood).

Quick correction. Bluetooth is working fine with android as well as ios. Only thing is,with android,its not displaying the caller name,thats it.
Just checked that at the showroom yesterday.

**sid54321** · 06-03-2017, 02:10 PM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

**Javed Basheer** · 06-03-2017, 08:50 PM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

NEED HELP / FEEDBACK / SUGGESTION BETWEEN 2017 DUKE 390 OR R3 (Whenever it launches Next)
************************************************** ***************************

Currently Riding 200 NS since 2013 so its has been good 4 year and clocked 34,000 kms of which most of it is in Bangalore city (Daily commute to Office of 30 kms minimum daily running) I have done few long rides to places like Hoserly Hills and Ananantpur (longest trip of 400 kms plus)

After the last experience of Anantapur I realized that NS200 looses steam after continuous cursing for more than 2 to 3 hours.. once the engine gets too hot it does not pull in 6th gear at all...I had to red line in 5th gear and struggled to maintain 115 to 120 kmph

I recently changed my stock tyres to Michellin Pilot Street 110 (Front) and 130 (Rear) and i am loving it

although the bike feels heavy and there is slight drop in mileage but inspires confidence in cornering and feels planted

So here's the thing

While I love my NS 200 in city

I realized i either need an upgrade or a 2nd bike for my weekend highway runs which will evolve into touring some day

2017 DUKE 390 (What I think although I dont own one yet )
PROS
1. Total value for money package
2. Urgent initial pickup and torque
3. Decent mileage depending on the way we ride (hard / smooth) from 20 to 30+ kmpl
4. Excellent grip with Metzelers
5. Gorgeous looking TFT screen with lot of functionality
6. Drop dead looking LED head lamp unit with decent spread ( Although I feel R3 will be better here due to twin setup)
7. Comfortable seat compared to previous generation
8. Best in class ground clearance at 185 mm
9. Easy and cheap spares and multiple mods in after market l

CONS
1. Heat from engine and that loud radiator fan kicking in within minute of idling..(expected as this is BIG single with HIGH compression So can't complain

Actually i had posted an link in my earlier post where they showed the single radiator fan being replaced by a twin unit, not sure how helpful that is ?

I have to REALLY THINK HARD to find any other flaws unless i spend more time with the Bike in flesh

Also has one tried using the below ECU after market unit from POWERTRONICS ? Does this void warranty ?

YAMAHA R3
PROS
1. Better everyday rideability
2. Higher top speed than Duke 390 thanks to twin cylinders
3. Excellent Stock Headlamp spread in the night
4. Reasonably cheaper spares and servicing cost compared to Ninja 300
5. Better wind protection compared to Duke 390 thanks to Stock visor

CONS
1. High initial cost of ownership
2. MRFs dont do justice which need upgrade to Michellin / Perellis if we need to realize the true potential of R3
3. Lacks equipment compared to Duke 390 (ABS, Slipper Clutch. TFT , Ride by Wire...list is long)
4. Bad pillion comfort compared to Duke 390
5. Rear view mirrors are not great, hardly does the job

So all said and done I have couple of choice currently

1. Buy a brand new 2017 Duke 390
2. Buy a used R3 or wait for 2017 launch which I doubt will come with ABS..may be new graphics

Feel free to share your experience and feedback which will help me decide

**abhiiceman** · 06-03-2017, 09:07 PM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by Javed Basheer View Post

NEED HELP / FEEDBACK / SUGGESTION BETWEEN 2017 DUKE 390 OR R3 (Whenever it launches Next)
************************************************** ***************************

Currently Riding 200 NS since 2013 so its has been good 4 year and clocked 34,000 kms of which most of it is in Bangalore city (Daily commute to Office of 30 kms minimum daily running) I have done few long rides to places like Hoserly Hills and Ananantpur (longest trip of 400 kms plus)

After the last experience of Anantapur I realized that NS200 looses steam after continuous cursing for more than 2 to 3 hours.. once the engine gets too hot it does not pull in 6th gear at all...I had to red line in 5th gear and struggled to maintain 115 to 120 kmph

I recently changed my stock tyres to Michellin Pilot Street 110 (Front) and 130 (Rear) and i am loving it

although the bike feels heavy and there is slight drop in mileage but inspires confidence in cornering and feels planted

So here's the thing

While I love my NS 200 in city

I realized i either need an upgrade or a 2nd bike for my weekend highway runs which will evolve into touring some day

2017 DUKE 390 (What I think although I dont own one yet )
PROS
1. Total value for money package
2. Urgent initial pickup and torque
3. Decent mileage depending on the way we ride (hard / smooth) from 20 to 30+ kmpl
4. Excellent grip with Metzelers
5. Gorgeous looking TFT screen with lot of functionality
6. Drop dead looking LED head lamp unit with decent spread ( Although I feel R3 will be better here due to twin setup)
7. Comfortable seat compared to previous generation
8. Best in class ground clearance at 185 mm
9. Easy and cheap spares and multiple mods in after market l

CONS
1. Heat from engine and that loud radiator fan kicking in within minute of idling..(expected as this is BIG single with HIGH compression So can't complain

Actually i had posted an link in my earlier post where they showed the single radiator fan being replaced by a twin unit, not sure how helpful that is ?

I have to REALLY THINK HARD to find any other flaws unless i spend more time with the Bike in flesh

Also has one tried using the below ECU after market unit from POWERTRONICS ? Does this void warranty ?

[ATTACH]230365[/ATTACH]

YAMAHA R3
PROS
1. Better everyday rideability
2. Higher top speed than Duke 390 thanks to twin cylinders
3. Excellent Stock Headlamp spread in the night
4. Reasonably cheaper spares and servicing cost compared to Ninja 300
5. Better wind protection compared to Duke 390 thanks to Stock visor

CONS
1. High initial cost of ownership
2. MRFs dont do justice which need upgrade to Michellin / Perellis if we need to realize the true potential of R3
3. Lacks equipment compared to Duke 390 (ABS, Slipper Clutch. TFT , Ride by Wire...list is long)
4. Bad pillion comfort compared to Duke 390
5. Rear view mirrors are not great, hardly does the job

So all said and done I have couple of choice currently

1. Buy a brand new 2017 Duke 390
2. Buy a used R3 or wait for 2017 launch which I doubt will come with ABS..may be new graphics

Feel free to share your experience and feedback which will help me decide

If you have the budget go for the new r3 else stick to 390. Though r3 lacks many features it's still that full fared looks and the twin which draws anyone towards it. Also getting a new d390 is always a better option than going for used r3 imo. 390 will be practical buy wrt to r3. Though being practical it's the one with all the features(almost

) available in the Moto world which always is not the case.. and don't consider the top speed as we hardly reach that 190kmph in our roads which btw is not at all safe, and riding at the those speeds in redline on a bike with no abs is always risky.

PS I don't own both the bikes, been riding 220 from 2012 with 61k on the odo and collecting funds for 390[emoji85] [emoji13].

**Javed Basheer** · 06-03-2017, 09:20 PM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by abhiiceman View Post

If you have the budget go for the new r3 else stick to 390. Though r3 lacks many features it's still that full fared looks and the twin which draws anyone towards it. Also getting a new d390 is always a better option than going for used r3 imo. 390 will be practical buy wrt to r3. Though being practical it's the one with all the features(almost

) available in the Moto world which always is not the case.. and don't consider the top speed as we hardly reach that 190kmph in our roads which btw is not at all safe, and riding at the those speeds in redline on a bike with no abs is always risky.

PS I don't own both the bikes, been riding 220 from 2012 with 61k on the odo and collecting funds for 390[emoji85] [emoji13].

Of course ABS needs to ON on any high speed runs especially on highway you never what come flying your way.. I personally experienced a dog cross the road like a cheetah when I was around 130 kmph on my NS shit that was scary I was thinking of two three letter words GOD and ABS[emoji15]

**VaibhavPisal** · 06-03-2017, 11:14 PM

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by Javed Basheer View Post

NEED HELP / FEEDBACK / SUGGESTION BETWEEN 2017 DUKE 390 OR R3 (Whenever it launches Next)
************************************************** ***************************

Currently Riding 200 NS since 2013 so its has been good 4 year and clocked 34,000 kms of which most of it is in Bangalore city (Daily commute to Office of 30 kms minimum daily running) I have done few long rides to places like Hoserly Hills and Ananantpur (longest trip of 400 kms plus)

After the last experience of Anantapur I realized that NS200 looses steam after continuous cursing for more than 2 to 3 hours.. once the engine gets too hot it does not pull in 6th gear at all...I had to red line in 5th gear and struggled to maintain 115 to 120 kmph

I recently changed my stock tyres to Michellin Pilot Street 110 (Front) and 130 (Rear) and i am loving it

although the bike feels heavy and there is slight drop in mileage but inspires confidence in cornering and feels planted

So here's the thing

While I love my NS 200 in city

I realized i either need an upgrade or a 2nd bike for my weekend highway runs which will evolve into touring some day

2017 DUKE 390 (What I think although I dont own one yet )
PROS
1. Total value for money package
2. Urgent initial pickup and torque
3. Decent mileage depending on the way we ride (hard / smooth) from 20 to 30+ kmpl
4. Excellent grip with Metzelers
5. Gorgeous looking TFT screen with lot of functionality
6. Drop dead looking LED head lamp unit with decent spread ( Although I feel R3 will be better here due to twin setup)
7. Comfortable seat compared to previous generation
8. Best in class ground clearance at 185 mm
9. Easy and cheap spares and multiple mods in after market l

CONS
1. Heat from engine and that loud radiator fan kicking in within minute of idling..(expected as this is BIG single with HIGH compression So can't complain

Actually i had posted an link in my earlier post where they showed the single radiator fan being replaced by a twin unit, not sure how helpful that is ?

I have to REALLY THINK HARD to find any other flaws unless i spend more time with the Bike in flesh

Also has one tried using the below ECU after market unit from POWERTRONICS ? Does this void warranty ?

[ATTACH]230365[/ATTACH]

YAMAHA R3
PROS
1. Better everyday rideability
2. Higher top speed than Duke 390 thanks to twin cylinders
3. Excellent Stock Headlamp spread in the night
4. Reasonably cheaper spares and servicing cost compared to Ninja 300
5. Better wind protection compared to Duke 390 thanks to Stock visor

CONS
1. High initial cost of ownership
2. MRFs dont do justice which need upgrade to Michellin / Perellis if we need to realize the true potential of R3
3. Lacks equipment compared to Duke 390 (ABS, Slipper Clutch. TFT , Ride by Wire...list is long)
4. Bad pillion comfort compared to Duke 390
5. Rear view mirrors are not great, hardly does the job

So all said and done I have couple of choice currently

1. Buy a brand new 2017 Duke 390
2. Buy a used R3 or wait for 2017 launch which I doubt will come with ABS..may be new graphics

Feel free to share your experience and feedback which will help me decide

having ridden r3 and old gen duke, answer is clear cut. r3 if you can afford it. duke if you cant.

doing 130 for extended periods is trouble on our road unless you have brembo monoblocs or something. abs will boost your confidence but can only do so much if breaks are not good enough for speeds angways.

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