2017 KTM Duke 390
The 2017 KTM Duke 390 has made its global
debut at the ongoing EICMA show. The
new generation is sharper not only in looks, but also in handling, reveals a
source from Bajaj Auto on the condition of anonymity.
Design of the 2017 KTM Duke 390 features a
bifurcated LED headlamp, new instrument
console, new fuel tank with sharper extensions emerging towards the headlight,
a new rear sub frame, a revised exhaust system, new rear seat, new location for
the ignition key, integrated passenger grab rail, etc.
Engine is tuned to be more responsive, while
features like ride-by-wire, slipper clutch will continue to be on offer with
the Duke 390. It is also believed that KTM has worked on the heating problem,
and the new generation Duke 390’s engine will be able to cool faster, thanks to
improved heat dissipation.
Engine of the new Duke 390 will be same 373 cc
single cylinder liquid cooled block, which will generate same power and torque
as before, which is 44 PS and 35 Nm. Like the existing variant, new gen 390
will continue with dual channel ABS, upside down forks in the front,
rear-monoshock at the rear as standard.
In addition to the existing features, it will also
get new features like riding modes, dual function forks, fully digital
instrument cluster with colour screen and smartphone integration.
Price of new Duke 390 might be increased
comparatively. By the time it is launched, new BMW G310R will be on sale in
India. It will be interesting to see how these two bike perform on the sales
chart.
