I have been a 1000cc naked bike rider since I started in my 40’s. I was always careful with the throttle and brakes. Had a few slow fall overs but nothing bad. I got this 2024 390 as a light second bike. It’s new, with warranty and gas and service is very inexpensive. It is a great beginner bike and a super fun bike for experienced riders. It is a pocket rocket. It gives you all the power you would need with little chance of you getting too much because your wrist twisted the throttle too much. You have to rev it good if you need pass someone, but it has the power. You can keep up with bigger bikes on the back roads and you can go 65-85 on the highway. I think after 85-105 mph, the power delivery slows down. But 0-85 mph I think it always has good torque and power. I would like to get the 2024 990 but I think this 390 will always be a bike I would love to grab
You can call this a beginner bike all you want but I'll tell you as a "veteran rider" with plenty of track time...this is no "beginners bike" This is a track eating machine!
Would a naked bike like this one actually be good for the track? I’m planning on getting my first bike soon and really can’t decide between the ninja 400 or the duke 390.
One thing about the 390 KTM is when twist the throttle and it goes like a jet it feels fast and the equipment are good like traction control it’s a great beginner bike
I am so glad i got the 2024 390 (this 3rd july) before getting any bigger bike. I HAVE had those moments when i gave it too much throttle in a bit muddy patch of road or while leaning and the rear started to spin but luckily all the safety features have saved me every single time and I am VERY glad to learn about those mistakes this way rather than falling or anything worse....
The 2024 Duke 390 is also my first motorcycle. I love the bike, have taken one 180 mile round trip (highway) on it and I would concur that it isn't gonna be as comfortable as a cruiser for long road trips - but that's not why I picked it. I chose this as a first bike because it's light, nimble, has a good range of suspension adjustment and tech. After this beauty, the bikes at MSF about had me in tears lol. As far as highway stuff, I'm not super used to dealing with wind at 70 yet. My riding is mostly in town, lots of time spent skill building in parking lots, and am venturing out to highway speed a bit more after the 620 mile service was completed. I've been riding this bike almost daily and am planning to do so year round, barring actual snow on the ground.
Nice review man, this month i'll buy one too as my first bike! Sometimes im hesitant though because what we call beginner bike in my country is 125-150cc but i want the new 390 so much
Up until now the reliability is an issue? those guys are not riding a KTM. It is easy for them to say it is not reliable 🤣 I got 2020 duke 200 as my daily bike and few of long rides. It has 37k+ meters driven and still working perfectly fine. Still giving the power and fun on twisties and in traffic if need to overtake 🤣 Proper maintenance is the key 🗝️ and don't be a s2pid on the road.
I own one of this love it. I have trust on ktm they are running in my country since decade. I am from india we have preety good Market of ktm then others. We manufacture ktm in india too we have partner ship with ktm so. They are preety cheap here too. Love the bike love their technology
Very nice video dude!! Got my license this week and during all this time I have appreciated a lot the small cc bikes. I was doing my lessons with a 649cc bike in my driving school but I was practicing my low speed maneuvers with an MT-03 in my free time. It was easier for me to learn how to ride a motorcycle on a low-cc bike. PLUS you gain a lot of confidence in these small rockets! Now I need to decide which motorcycle to buy. The MT-03 or the Duke 390. Both of them are amazing!
Have you tried out the new z500 to see how it compares ? I really want an mt07 but I probably should start with something smaller and the duke 390 seems similar to the mt07
The z500 is nice! Also very light and just slightly higher CCs than the duke. Can't go wrong with the kawazaki. MT07 is definitely a lot more powerful, id start with a lower cc if its your first bike but its up to you! MT03 is closet to the 390 duke.
Yo this is insane I just bought a ktm 2023 390 duke maybe 2 months ago and I love it. It was a brand new bike and it was cheaper than the 2024 so that’s why I got it but I’m getting the hang of riding finally and this bike it awesome. I bought a new slip on exhaust for it but that’s it and it actually sounds pretty good. It’s very likely that when I plan on getting a bigger bike for long commutes that I will still keep the 390 duke
The reason this bike is awesome is because it provides quality, technology at different levels, and the power needed to be comfortable at HIGH speeds...being up to 100 or so. I was somewhat surprised to see how quick he went from 50 to 70...seemed like 3 seconds or so. For a lighter rider like myself, I feel that bike would likely pull pretty well in 5th all the way up to well past highway speed then 6th gives that cruising gear that still gas the umph to pull in most situation without shifting down. They give a perfect cc size to power ratio as well. Would much rather this than say a honda 500 twin for sport riding. The cockpit on this bike is also VERY solid. Anyone know of any known issues or codes the bike gets? I read alot about newer bikes and electrical issues
Have one of these & like a fool put as much $$ in aftermarket parts as the new bike cost 😆. Perfect bike for the city. Out of the city on weekends-can take it on winding roads as well, this thing is one fun little ride. Enough power to put a smile on your face without getting in trouble. Going through all the gears is fun, instead of risking jail time in 3rd gear. A few bikes in the garage-for me this is a keeper. Great to lend out to friends starting out too. Have fun and start small
Excellent review especially for a returning rider like myself. How is the launch torque in the RAIN mode ??? How do you feel about vibrations in the bars, foot pegs, &/or seat ??? At what speeds regarding vibrations ??? Any choppiness in low speeds ??? Thanks for your response. Subscribed
Honestly so hard to decide - I am considering myself a beginner even tho I do have experience but here is why, learned years ago how to ride on some 125cc, after that I tried some bikes from friends like honda transalp, vstrom, Ninja, gsxr etc.. I even owned yamaha dragstar 650 (either bike is not for me or 650cc is too much for the beginner especially it being over 240kg in weight, and streets in my country aren't that good, I now think that bike is more for wide USA roads) I even had an accident on it as I didn't have experience, emergency happened and I only used my front brake and pushed it really hard, of course due to not having ABS I kissed the floor, I decided not to drive it anymore and get a brand new bike at some point that will fit the beginner more after 2-3 years (now) I decided to get one, tested many bikes at dealer shops, and naked is really something that I love, I feel really confident driving one, maybe cuz I was used to rly heavy bike and this feel like so much easier to control not sure, but due to everything mentioned I consider myself as a beginner as I didn't drive in a longer period, many people say it is a beginner bike but I see some people saying it is not, as despite looking small and having 46hp it really is aggressive, the second thing that is driving me away is that people are saying "ready to repair", not reliable engine etc, I kinda don't want to pay 6,6k euro just for engine to die in 2 years haha so not sure at all
I have the previous model in the UK, it's a great novice machine or for someone like me who is getting on a bit and don't need all the power of a bigger machine. I love the frontal stance of this bike. Shame they still haven't sorted the seat comfort out. Great review
I have this bike kind of in a different form. I have the 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 (here in the UK beginner bikes are limited to 125cc until you get your full licence). It is basically identical to this bike in the main chassis. The rear subframe and bodywork is different and it has Pirelli Scorpion tyres and I think the seat height is higher at 820mm but otherwise it's the same bike essentially. The Svartpilen does come with a quickshifter as standard though which is interesting. I don't use it much though as I am learning how to use a fully manual bike properly, but it can make shifting gears quickly easier, which is handy when you only have 15hp. I have yet to fully break the engine in and have the first service so I'm limited to below 7500rpm (it's what the manual says but it's not physically limited). Turn by turn navigation through the TFT display is pretty cool as well. In theory it can recieve phone calls, but I haven't got a helmet speaker set yet so haven't tried it out. Also you can remote control your phone using the left button cluster. It has been an excellent bike except for one strange thing that has happened to me a couple of times. If I get a false neutral (e.g. moving in slow moving traffic), it won't let me go down into first gear until I fully stop the bike, which can be somewhat dangerous if traffic behind you thinks you should be pulling off. I think it's part of the safety system, not letting you out of neutral except for specific conditions. Maybe it will let me up into second in that situation I'm not sure. Also the chain tension measurement is a bit vague in the manual. I think it says the bottom length of the chain should be between 7-10mm below the bottom of the swingarm (after the plastic chain slider) when you lift the chain up. I am guessing the chain tesion method is similar with all the 2024 bikes on this chassis. How did you set yours?
I also got the 2024 Svart 125 this summer as my 1st bike and enjoying it so far, although I would love the 401 without the hassle of getting the license… With regards to the 1st and neutral problem, I had the same and the solution is indeed get into 2nd to get out of it since you’re moving already give it some revs before letting go off the clutch if needed and off you go in 2nd!
@@bortx20 I have had more experience with false neutrals on the move now, I think I was just not pushing down hard enough to get into first. You have to really step on it to clunk it into 1st. I'm getting better at avoiding false neutrals (going up and down) now by being firmer, but they still happen occasionally. I have done almost 1500 miles on it now and getting comfortable with it commuting every day. The only issue I encountered recently was the indicators being faulty then stopped working. Turned out to be corrosion on the contacts in the indicator switch (takes a while to take the handlebar assembly apart to get to it). The really heavy rain we had on Monday-Tuesday managed to get past the switch seals I think. Some contact cleaner and careful cleaning fixed it though. I'm doing my full licence training currently, so a 401 is on the cards potentially as my next bike. Enjoy your ride!
@@Bordpie BTW how's your experience with the quickshifter? Before the 1000km oil change it was better than after. I find it clunkier now, specially in the 4-5 and 5-6 change. I took it to the workshop, they said the did something with the software and good to go. Feels exactly the same... and that didn't happen in the first 1000km. Perhaps something to do with the mechanical adjustment of the cluth itself?
@@bortx20 I basically don't ever use the quickshifter, except by accident lol. Since I'm learning for my full licence, and my training bikes don't have quickshifters I'm keeping it fully manual for now. The couple of times I have used it, it seemed to be ok. I will test it next week to see how it goes.
Good bike congrats , I bought rc390 as my first, and traded in after 1000miles because very light and not much power if you going on highway for 10-15 min , but city very cool weapon
I’m about half way through the video and barely pushing 50mph on the highway is insane. Where I’m at in pa most of the traffic goes at least 80mph. Some go faster some go slower but average is about 80mph lmao
I’ll tell you my story. Started in 2007. 955 speed triple, 675 Daytona, ktm 990 super duke. Latest bike the 2024 ktm 390 duke, in orange. Very impressed, love the bike. I prefer a bigger bike on the freeway but the 390 can hang! On the back roads and twistys it is the most fun. I actually improve my skills on this 390 duke. Just got the quickshifter…… very cool
just bought a barely used 200 duke with 1,400 miles on it, just having alot of trouble getting the hang of the clutch that's the only scary thing for me (it's my first bike btw)
Ive had some problems with my bike, i own the same 390 but just in Orange blinkers flooded with water and oil consuming at highway travels, has someone same problems?
Nice! Im thinking about hondas new nx500 for my first bike. If you like the seating angle on the Duke, you should try the cb500x which is pretty much the nx500.
First of all, the new 390 is made in the Philippines, I'm not sure about the US, but in China we get the new 390 from the Philippines. So it's ok if u mind about made in China. Secondly, drop the shit abt Chinese product sucks blablabla. Pretty sure u used a phone/laptop/ipad made in china to view this video, so stop being brainwashed and ignorant thx.
@RoadscoreFirst of all, the new 390 is made in the Philippines, I'm not sure about the US, but in China we get the new 390 from the Philippines. So it's ok if u mind about made in China. Secondly, drop the shit abt made in China sucks blablabla. Stop being ignorant😅
Id suggest you do a test ride first just to be safe. Personally after a long drive my knees are a little achey and im only 5'8. All depends on how long your legs are. You being on the taller side could likely be a bit uncomfortable for you but you wont know until you try
. I'm about to buy this bike based on your suggestion and others and I'm also getting a sweet deal at the dealer for the same brand 2024. .What helmet are u rocking?
great video overall, thanks a lot! Just curious if you tried the Yamaha mt-03 and if you have any comparison between the two.. i'm looked at a lot of options for me and i shortlisted these two. i was riding a 120cc before and i took a long break then now i settled in Europe and want to ignite that fire again . thanks again for the thoughts and the honest review
The MT series from Yamaha are great, from the mt03 to the mt10. Obviously the mt03 and mt07 are more beginner friendly. The older models dont have as much technology as other bikes but when it comes to reliably naked bikes, theyre as good as they come. The 2024 models have a very nice updated interface.
5:40 i'll love a bike which sounds good. That's why i've been Considering getting an MT07 with an akropovic exhaust as my first bike. The bike sounds like a v8
I have driven 125 cc Hondas for 15 years now I switched to 390 Duke. I am generally happy but only in low speeds and low rpm , 390 is very rattley and engine shakes . Thats my only problem with my 390 😢 looks like it’s happy only when it’s driving hard 🤷🏻♂️
It will likely feel small, I suggest you go to the dealer and try it out! There is also an Adventure Version of the 390 duke, this one is taller. You might want to consider that one
I started the video by saying I was a beginner and these are my thoughts as an inexperienced rider. If you dont like it, then fuck off. I do whatever the fuck I want to do
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I have been a 1000cc naked bike rider since I started in my 40’s. I was always careful with the throttle and brakes. Had a few slow fall overs but nothing bad. I got this 2024 390 as a light second bike. It’s new, with warranty and gas and service is very inexpensive. It is a great beginner bike and a super fun bike for experienced riders. It is a pocket rocket. It gives you all the power you would need with little chance of you getting too much because your wrist twisted the throttle too much. You have to rev it good if you need pass someone, but it has the power. You can keep up with bigger bikes on the back roads and you can go 65-85 on the highway. I think after 85-105 mph, the power delivery slows down. But 0-85 mph I think it always has good torque and power. I would like to get the 2024 990 but I think this 390 will always be a bike I would love to grab
You can call this a beginner bike all you want but I'll tell you as a "veteran rider" with plenty of track time...this is no "beginners bike" This is a track eating machine!
44hp is a lot
Would a naked bike like this one actually be good for the track?
I’m planning on getting my first bike soon and really can’t decide between the ninja 400 or the duke 390.
@@Enzo-el6vy ABSOLUTELY!
@@Enzo-el6vy I actually had a 2024 duke 390, rode it 1000 miles and ended up getting the gsx8s to replace it. So happy I did.
@@jeremyhouse129 i agree but the prod is that this bike lets you get that growth potential or else you will be scared when you hop on a 600 deadass.
In my country this is like a big dream, sort of a Superbike for us.
Which country?
@@Shhdhe525 india
Sahi baat. 100 kmph average se jyada idhar koi highways pe bhi nahi karta.
To is se jyada ki zarurat bhi nahi.
A super bike? Is the gravity different where you are? It’s a small beginner bike everywhere unless you live in a densely populated city
@@rees1785 beginner bikes are 100-150 cc that don't cost a fortune for eveyone.
One thing about the 390 KTM is when twist the throttle and it goes like a jet it feels fast and the equipment are good like traction control it’s a great beginner bike
I am so glad i got the 2024 390 (this 3rd july) before getting any bigger bike. I HAVE had those moments when i gave it too much throttle in a bit muddy patch of road or while leaning and the rear started to spin but luckily all the safety features have saved me every single time and I am VERY glad to learn about those mistakes this way rather than falling or anything worse....
The 2024 Duke 390 is also my first motorcycle. I love the bike, have taken one 180 mile round trip (highway) on it and I would concur that it isn't gonna be as comfortable as a cruiser for long road trips - but that's not why I picked it. I chose this as a first bike because it's light, nimble, has a good range of suspension adjustment and tech. After this beauty, the bikes at MSF about had me in tears lol. As far as highway stuff, I'm not super used to dealing with wind at 70 yet. My riding is mostly in town, lots of time spent skill building in parking lots, and am venturing out to highway speed a bit more after the 620 mile service was completed. I've been riding this bike almost daily and am planning to do so year round, barring actual snow on the ground.
Nice review man, this month i'll buy one too as my first bike! Sometimes im hesitant though because what we call beginner bike in my country is 125-150cc but i want the new 390 so much
Same 🤣
Up until now the reliability is an issue? those guys are not riding a KTM. It is easy for them to say it is not reliable 🤣
I got 2020 duke 200 as my daily bike and few of long rides. It has 37k+ meters driven and still working perfectly fine. Still giving the power and fun on twisties and in traffic if need to overtake 🤣
Proper maintenance is the key 🗝️ and don't be a s2pid on the road.
I own one of this love it. I have trust on ktm they are running in my country since decade. I am from india we have preety good Market of ktm then others. We manufacture ktm in india too we have partner ship with ktm so. They are preety cheap here too. Love the bike love their technology
Very nice video dude!! Got my license this week and during all this time I have appreciated a lot the small cc bikes. I was doing my lessons with a 649cc bike in my driving school but I was practicing my low speed maneuvers with an MT-03 in my free time. It was easier for me to learn how to ride a motorcycle on a low-cc bike. PLUS you gain a lot of confidence in these small rockets! Now I need to decide which motorcycle to buy. The MT-03 or the Duke 390. Both of them are amazing!
Thanks man! You cant go wrong with either one!
Also consider the Honda CB300R.....if its available there.
Have you tried out the new z500 to see how it compares ? I really want an mt07 but I probably should start with something smaller and the duke 390 seems similar to the mt07
The z500 is nice! Also very light and just slightly higher CCs than the duke. Can't go wrong with the kawazaki. MT07 is definitely a lot more powerful, id start with a lower cc if its your first bike but its up to you! MT03 is closet to the 390 duke.
The kawi is the perfect choice
@@kikojonesfrank4076why? Im new to bikes
Kawasaki Z400 / Ninja 400 is the closest comparison to the Duke 390. The MT 03 is a 300cc, much like a CBR 300 or Ninja 300.
Awesome video brought up all of my concerns and articulated every point perfectly!
Yo this is insane I just bought a ktm 2023 390 duke maybe 2 months ago and I love it. It was a brand new bike and it was cheaper than the 2024 so that’s why I got it but I’m getting the hang of riding finally and this bike it awesome. I bought a new slip on exhaust for it but that’s it and it actually sounds pretty good. It’s very likely that when I plan on getting a bigger bike for long commutes that I will still keep the 390 duke
I'm about to buy a 2023 too mad deal on the 23' model
I'm looking at these models for the same reason ! Have you been happy with it ?
The reason this bike is awesome is because it provides quality, technology at different levels, and the power needed to be comfortable at HIGH speeds...being up to 100 or so. I was somewhat surprised to see how quick he went from 50 to 70...seemed like 3 seconds or so. For a lighter rider like myself, I feel that bike would likely pull pretty well in 5th all the way up to well past highway speed then 6th gives that cruising gear that still gas the umph to pull in most situation without shifting down. They give a perfect cc size to power ratio as well. Would much rather this than say a honda 500 twin for sport riding. The cockpit on this bike is also VERY solid. Anyone know of any known issues or codes the bike gets? I read alot about newer bikes and electrical issues
Have one of these & like a fool put as much $$ in aftermarket parts as the new bike cost 😆. Perfect bike for the city. Out of the city on weekends-can take it on winding roads as well, this thing is one fun little ride. Enough power to put a smile on your face without getting in trouble. Going through all the gears is fun, instead of risking jail time in 3rd gear. A few bikes in the garage-for me this is a keeper. Great to lend out to friends starting out too. Have fun and start small
Excellent review especially for a returning rider like myself.
How is the launch torque in the RAIN mode ???
How do you feel about vibrations in the bars, foot pegs, &/or seat ???
At what speeds regarding vibrations ???
Any choppiness in low speeds ???
Thanks for your response. Subscribed
Honestly, I just want to know what kind of jacket zips from the top down?
Honestly so hard to decide - I am considering myself a beginner even tho I do have experience but here is why, learned years ago how to ride on some 125cc, after that I tried some bikes from friends like honda transalp, vstrom, Ninja, gsxr etc.. I even owned yamaha dragstar 650 (either bike is not for me or 650cc is too much for the beginner especially it being over 240kg in weight, and streets in my country aren't that good, I now think that bike is more for wide USA roads) I even had an accident on it as I didn't have experience, emergency happened and I only used my front brake and pushed it really hard, of course due to not having ABS I kissed the floor, I decided not to drive it anymore and get a brand new bike at some point that will fit the beginner more after 2-3 years (now) I decided to get one, tested many bikes at dealer shops, and naked is really something that I love, I feel really confident driving one, maybe cuz I was used to rly heavy bike and this feel like so much easier to control not sure, but due to everything mentioned I consider myself as a beginner as I didn't drive in a longer period, many people say it is a beginner bike but I see some people saying it is not, as despite looking small and having 46hp it really is aggressive, the second thing that is driving me away is that people are saying "ready to repair", not reliable engine etc, I kinda don't want to pay 6,6k euro just for engine to die in 2 years haha so not sure at all
One thing to improve the seat is buy a pair of Rippl motorcycle shorts you wear under your trousers/pants
i started with the 250 duke in Peru, very enjoyable. Hope to upgrade to the 390 next year
I have the previous model in the UK, it's a great novice machine or for someone like me who is getting on a bit and don't need all the power of a bigger machine. I love the frontal stance of this bike. Shame they still haven't sorted the seat comfort out. Great review
About to pick up the Atlantic blue today!!
Congrats and enjoy! Be safe!
@@motorcyclifter thanks brother !! You also be safe
I have this bike kind of in a different form. I have the 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 (here in the UK beginner bikes are limited to 125cc until you get your full licence). It is basically identical to this bike in the main chassis. The rear subframe and bodywork is different and it has Pirelli Scorpion tyres and I think the seat height is higher at 820mm but otherwise it's the same bike essentially.
The Svartpilen does come with a quickshifter as standard though which is interesting. I don't use it much though as I am learning how to use a fully manual bike properly, but it can make shifting gears quickly easier, which is handy when you only have 15hp. I have yet to fully break the engine in and have the first service so I'm limited to below 7500rpm (it's what the manual says but it's not physically limited). Turn by turn navigation through the TFT display is pretty cool as well. In theory it can recieve phone calls, but I haven't got a helmet speaker set yet so haven't tried it out. Also you can remote control your phone using the left button cluster.
It has been an excellent bike except for one strange thing that has happened to me a couple of times. If I get a false neutral (e.g. moving in slow moving traffic), it won't let me go down into first gear until I fully stop the bike, which can be somewhat dangerous if traffic behind you thinks you should be pulling off. I think it's part of the safety system, not letting you out of neutral except for specific conditions. Maybe it will let me up into second in that situation I'm not sure.
Also the chain tension measurement is a bit vague in the manual. I think it says the bottom length of the chain should be between 7-10mm below the bottom of the swingarm (after the plastic chain slider) when you lift the chain up. I am guessing the chain tesion method is similar with all the 2024 bikes on this chassis. How did you set yours?
I also got the 2024 Svart 125 this summer as my 1st bike and enjoying it so far, although I would love the 401 without the hassle of getting the license… With regards to the 1st and neutral problem, I had the same and the solution is indeed get into 2nd to get out of it since you’re moving already give it some revs before letting go off the clutch if needed and off you go in 2nd!
@@bortx20 I have had more experience with false neutrals on the move now, I think I was just not pushing down hard enough to get into first. You have to really step on it to clunk it into 1st. I'm getting better at avoiding false neutrals (going up and down) now by being firmer, but they still happen occasionally.
I have done almost 1500 miles on it now and getting comfortable with it commuting every day. The only issue I encountered recently was the indicators being faulty then stopped working. Turned out to be corrosion on the contacts in the indicator switch (takes a while to take the handlebar assembly apart to get to it). The really heavy rain we had on Monday-Tuesday managed to get past the switch seals I think. Some contact cleaner and careful cleaning fixed it though.
I'm doing my full licence training currently, so a 401 is on the cards potentially as my next bike. Enjoy your ride!
@@Bordpie BTW how's your experience with the quickshifter? Before the 1000km oil change it was better than after. I find it clunkier now, specially in the 4-5 and 5-6 change. I took it to the workshop, they said the did something with the software and good to go. Feels exactly the same... and that didn't happen in the first 1000km. Perhaps something to do with the mechanical adjustment of the cluth itself?
@@bortx20 I basically don't ever use the quickshifter, except by accident lol. Since I'm learning for my full licence, and my training bikes don't have quickshifters I'm keeping it fully manual for now.
The couple of times I have used it, it seemed to be ok. I will test it next week to see how it goes.
First KTM 390 Duke, then 690 SMC R, then 990 Duke, then 1290 Super Duke.
That's the best bike chosing route for your life.
In india 390 s got huge craze
A lot of mix feelings and reviews about the new 390 I still don’t know how I feel about them I sure did love my old 2021 tho
Good bike congrats , I bought rc390 as my first, and traded in after 1000miles because very light and not much power if you going on highway for 10-15 min , but city very cool weapon
Good breakdown brother. Looking to get my license this year. This is the bike I'm probably going to get.
I’m about half way through the video and barely pushing 50mph on the highway is insane. Where I’m at in pa most of the traffic goes at least 80mph. Some go faster some go slower but average is about 80mph lmao
It's loud enough you just gotta be one gear lower if you're lane splitting
I’ll tell you my story. Started in 2007. 955 speed triple, 675 Daytona, ktm 990 super duke. Latest bike the 2024 ktm 390 duke, in orange. Very impressed, love the bike. I prefer a bigger bike on the freeway but the 390 can hang! On the back roads and twistys it is the most fun. I actually improve my skills on this 390 duke. Just got the quickshifter…… very cool
That is awesome to hear! Thank you for sharing
Qué tal es la duke 390 para gente alta ? Es mi preocupación . Mido 1,88 y no sé si iré incomodo .
@@cascarification I’m 6 feet and it fits me good. If you’re taller you should test ride it to make sure it works for you.
just bought a barely used 200 duke with 1,400 miles on it, just having alot of trouble getting the hang of the clutch that's the only scary thing for me (it's my first bike btw)
Congrats! I have a video on clutch control tips, check it out!
Ive had some problems with my bike, i own the same 390 but just in Orange blinkers flooded with water and oil consuming at highway travels, has someone same problems?
Thank you.
I am thinking of buying a Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, for a long distance travelling.
I’m found the only thing it needed was a cat delete pipe. Get rid of the fat pos and get a bit more sound out of it without making it obnoxious
Nice! Im thinking about hondas new nx500 for my first bike. If you like the seating angle on the Duke, you should try the cb500x which is pretty much the nx500.
@Roadscore thanks for the advice!
@Roadscore Thanks!!!
First of all, the new 390 is made in the Philippines, I'm not sure about the US, but in China we get the new 390 from the Philippines. So it's ok if u mind about made in China. Secondly, drop the shit abt Chinese product sucks blablabla. Pretty sure u used a phone/laptop/ipad made in china to view this video, so stop being brainwashed and ignorant thx.
@RoadscoreFirst of all, the new 390 is made in the Philippines, I'm not sure about the US, but in China we get the new 390 from the Philippines. So it's ok if u mind about made in China. Secondly, drop the shit abt made in China sucks blablabla. Stop being ignorant😅
Loud bikes are a cop magnet
That’s not true
@@JLondono86Cops def hate loud bikes, they cause attention, especially if you’re speeding
What is your take on this bike for tall ridersIn terms of comfort? I’m 6’2” and im considering to buy this one.
Id suggest you do a test ride first just to be safe. Personally after a long drive my knees are a little achey and im only 5'8. All depends on how long your legs are. You being on the taller side could likely be a bit uncomfortable for you but you wont know until you try
@@motorcyclifter Will take a test ride, thanks
Get a powerparts comfortable seat and all issues solved.
Will I get a hunchback from getting rear ended?
Yo awesome video thanks
Which go pro ?
loved your review!
. I'm about to buy this bike based on your suggestion and others and I'm also getting a sweet deal at the dealer for the same brand 2024. .What helmet are u rocking?
Nice, congrats! I have a Shoei 1400 helmet equipped with a bluetooth cardo, highly recommend
@motorcyclifter thank you, will definitely take a look at it ..
great video overall, thanks a lot!
Just curious if you tried the Yamaha mt-03 and if you have any comparison between the two.. i'm looked at a lot of options for me and i shortlisted these two. i was riding a 120cc before and i took a long break then now i settled in Europe and want to ignite that fire again .
thanks again for the thoughts and the honest review
The MT series from Yamaha are great, from the mt03 to the mt10. Obviously the mt03 and mt07 are more beginner friendly. The older models dont have as much technology as other bikes but when it comes to reliably naked bikes, theyre as good as they come. The 2024 models have a very nice updated interface.
5:40 i'll love a bike which sounds good. That's why i've been Considering getting an MT07 with an akropovic exhaust as my first bike.
The bike sounds like a v8
The MT's have outstanding sound.
Does it have a quick shifter?
Yes it has a bi directional quickshifter means both up and down gear shifts
The most fun bike i ever had😁
I have driven 125 cc Hondas for 15 years now I switched to 390 Duke.
I am generally happy but only in low speeds and low rpm , 390 is very rattley and engine shakes . Thats my only problem with my 390 😢 looks like it’s happy only when it’s driving hard 🤷🏻♂️
Drive it harder
The 390 has launch control? That’s wild lol
I'm 6ft2. Do you think this would be too small for me?
It will likely feel small, I suggest you go to the dealer and try it out! There is also an Adventure Version of the 390 duke, this one is taller. You might want to consider that one
Its uncomfortable, I went to but it I sat on it at the dealership ,, walked out afterwards
The Husqvarna Svartpilen/Vitpilen 401 looks better. Other than that, mostly same bike.
Esa es mi duda , no sé cuál es mas cómodo de Vitpilen 401 2024 o la duke 390 2024 . Me gustaría ver una comparativa . Pero nadie la hizo .😢
Apparently the riding experience on both are different from their Duke counterparts. Less aggressive
Try a Honda cb300r, even easier for beginners.
It's an easy low cc bike but the seat angle on the 390 is still more comfortable.
Bike looks good
168kg wet or 370 pounds
Beautiful
Nope. I disagree. Having owned one (390 3rd gen), the construction quality and choice of materials used is bad...in the name of making it lighter.
Before talking to others about bikes make adjustments on your mirrors brackets and brake and clutch lever position,kinda ugly to watch!
I started the video by saying I was a beginner and these are my thoughts as an inexperienced rider. If you dont like it, then fuck off. I do whatever the fuck I want to do
It's a KTM so no. You can't base it off of 3months of ownership lol.
Do you own a KTM?