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KTM Duke 390 ABS Unveiled EDIT: Caught testing near Pune. Pics on page#57

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  • splus
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    Originally posted by kochumvk View Post
    160-170 as expected ?

    So that means, new fastest indian will match N300 in performance? With an added fairing and taller gearing, p375 may do a 180 and add another 10-15 error!!!
    For pure euphoria D390, For Tourers with tight budget P375 and for the track beginners N300, all with similar performance (or comparable) and possibly considerably different in pricing!
    is that enough to kill the CB400/500 trio before the birth in India?
    Hehe... Jokes about P375's speedo aside, I think P375 will be an excellent touring option because of fairing, twin projectors and good top speed. And most importantly price...

    But we all know the word fun sticks to orange colour much more than any other.
    Considering a better than expected performance of Duke 375 and much better price I already feel sorry for that new Honda trio... No reason to go for CB500 unless you're a Honda fan.

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  • mohitahuja
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    Guys! Check out the ktm India Facebook page...duke 390 pic is shown as a teaser and yes it has orange wheels!! Seems like they heard me!

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  • kochumvk
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    160-170 as expected ?

    So that means, new fastest indian will match N300 in performance? With an added fairing and taller gearing, p375 may do a 180 and add another 10-15 error!!!
    For pure euphoria D390, For Tourers with tight budget P375 and for the track beginners N300, all with similar performance (or comparable) and possibly considerably different in pricing!
    is that enough to kill the CB400/500 trio before the birth in India?

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  • somen1984
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    I am eager to see the tyre performance at such power and speed! It would have been nice if they could have added bit more broader tyre!

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  • splus
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    Originally posted by sidhusmart View Post
    Testbericht: KTM 390 Duke - 1000ps.at

    And here's the first review also from the same guys. How come none of the other mags are posting anything and no Indian media outlets were invited?
    A reminder that Duke 390 is KTM's bike, and KTM is an Austrian company?

    Originally posted by sidhusmart View Post
    Edit: Found a whole bunch of European reviews, sorry for the overload. Very excited at the moment! Top Speed of 171 km/hr, Excellent fuel consumption, Slightly poor response in the lower revs.

    Italian - KTM 390 Duke test: facile come una 125 (ma anabolizzata) - Motociclismo

    German -
    Great find!

    - So, Duke 390 goes easily to 160 kmh, and tops at 171 kmh.
    - Seat is at 80cm, which is 1cm lower than Duke 200; peak power at 9500 rpm; peak torque at 7250 rpm; rev limiter is at 10,500 rpm; a high compression ratio of 12.9:1.
    - Bigger windshield is an extra power part and is recommended for longer runs.
    - ABS doesn't kick in easily, esp for the front disc which locks less than the rear one.
    - 30 kmpl on average
    - The compromise between comfort and stability is impressive.

    Google translate of the conclusion of the 1000ps.at review says:
    "The KTM 390 Duke is a really good good compromise between sportiness, reason, ride comfort, fun and value. The best part: It feels not at all to compromise on! Quite clear recommendation of the editorial 1000hp!"

    Sounds like it's going to be a best seller!
    Last edited by splus; 04-12-2013, 03:28 AM.

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  • sidhusmart
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    Testbericht: KTM 390 Duke - 1000ps.at

    And here's the first review also from the same guys. How come none of the other mags are posting anything and no Indian media outlets were invited?

    Edit: Found a whole bunch of European reviews, sorry for the overload. Very excited at the moment! Top Speed of 171 km/hr, Excellent fuel consumption, Slightly poor response in the lower revs.

    Italian - http://www.motociclismo.it/ktm-390-d...medium=twitter

    German - http://de.auto.de/magazin/showarticl...medium=twitter
    Last edited by sidhusmart; 04-11-2013, 11:56 PM.

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  • sidhusmart
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    Originally posted by Praful View Post
    Anyone proficient in German ?

    The actual sound of the 390 is clearly heard at the end of the video.
    If only there was Google Video Translate/Subtitle

    Originally posted by antz.bin View Post
    Press was not allowed, I somehow sneaked this pic in . The event later was *I guess* for dealers only. The scene had turned distinctly Orange by the time MG and I left.
    This confirms what someone posted earlier about standard handguards and tyres etc. So a May end availability schedule looks to be accurate.

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  • antz.bin
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    Originally posted by Praful View Post
    The Kawasaki background got removed

    So KTM launch followed after this ? Or is that today/tomorrow?

    Same venue two launches
    Press was not allowed, I somehow sneaked this pic in . The event later was *I guess* for dealers only. The scene had turned distinctly Orange by the time MG and I left.

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  • Praful
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    The Kawasaki background got removed

    So KTM launch followed after this ? Or is that today/tomorrow?

    Same venue two launches

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  • antz.bin
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    Originally posted by sasnoopy22 View Post
    The Duke 390 was unveiled today to only dealers alongside the Ninja 300 in Pune today.

    It will come with ABS, Handguards and Metzeler tyres as standard fitment.

    It will be launched officially in May.

    Display bikes will reach showrooms in May with deleviries commencing late May or early June.

    Price was not revealed.

    Photos etc were not allowed during the event.
    Immediately after the Ninja 300 Launch Press conference ended, as they were taking the bikes away, this is what the scene looked like...

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  • Praful
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    Originally posted by sidhusmart View Post
    First-Test | KTM 390 Duke 2013 | Action-Sound-Onboard - YouTube

    Another video From the same link that praful posted earlier. clearly there has been a press event somewhere but i cant find more details!
    Anyone proficient in German ?

    The actual sound of the 390 is clearly heard at the end of the video.

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  • pcgamer
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    Wow. The acceleration is brutal. This one will eat Ninja 300 alive till 120. That's for sure.

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  • sidhusmart
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    First-Test | KTM 390 Duke 2013 | Action-Sound-Onboard - YouTube

    Another video From the same link that praful posted earlier. clearly there has been a press event somewhere but i cant find more details!

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  • R-series
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    Originally posted by sasnoopy22 View Post
    The Duke 390 was unveiled today to only dealers alongside the Ninja 300 in Pune today.

    It will come with ABS, Handguards and Metzeler tyres as standard fitment.

    It will be launched officially in May.

    Display bikes will reach showrooms in May with deleviries commencing late May or early June.

    Price was not revealed.

    Photos etc were not allowed during the event.
    Nice I always wanted the ABS handgaurd and the Metzeler tyres.
    The only thing I'm concerned with is the price.. :P

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  • dishayu
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    Originally posted by sasnoopy22 View Post
    The Duke 390 was unveiled today to only dealers alongside the Ninja 300 in Pune today.

    It will come with ABS, Handguards and Metzeler tyres as standard fitment.

    It will be launched officially in May.

    Display bikes will reach showrooms in May with deleviries commencing late May or early June.

    Price was not revealed.

    Photos etc were not allowed during the event.
    hand guards? wtf? :S

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