Top 5 things I love about the 2017 KTM 390 Duke
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- Top 5 things I love about the 2017 KTM 390 Duke
I've been riding the brilliant KTM Duke 390 for a few weeks now and am thoroughly enjoying my time with this naked single funster...in this video I pick out the top 5 features that I love best about the bike...
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I love this bike.. I've booked it after a test ride. I think even the fact that it's ride by wire throttle and switchable ABS to Supermoto mode makes it a class apart from everything in this range.
Yeah, its a real funster this one isn't it....
From riding 1000cc + metric style cruisers and a 81 XLH sportster as my first bike(which believe it or not handled equally as good as my 18 KTM Duke 390 if it not I'd be mostly likely dead) BUT this little 373cc is quite a little monster thanks to it's high compression ratio and overall engineering. Stunning bike in style and yes, attitude. The way it pulls. Loves high rpms. KTM brand is starting to grow on me. Still gotta respect and love Honda and Yamaha motorcycles.
Love these small bike reviews. Keep 'em coming.
+poisonmans Good stuff and will do!
Funny review of the nasty greenish car! LOL! 390 Duke review was interesting. I was hoping one would be in the comfort realm but I got this feeling that is probably gonna be on the Top 5 dislikes? Weight has driven my bike options quite a bit lately so am glad to hear the weight was a top love. And how can you not love a TFT screen, bright and bold! I'm not sold on the headlight but if it lights the road up brilliantly, I'll buy into your love of it easily. As much as I've enjoyed the T120, the beam of light that emits from it is useless at night. Nothing a replacement bulb can't fix or auxiliary lights couldn't fix. Nicely done as always TMF!
+Allan Brown Thank you Allan, I love the look of the light on this - and yes, it does work really well...stay tuned for more on this bike soon!
Great review as always Mr TMF! Here in NZ, once you've done your basic handling test you can ride one of these on your learner licence - what an amazing first bike that would be!
+Andrew Tunnicliffe Wouldn't it just! It's all the bike you need...
Such a cool little bike. One of my son's is saving up for one now. :)
Nice review, but if you can, would you make a review about the performance? I mean, many complain about the heating, about empties of power at low rpm, some say there is a resonance in the engine that wasn't there in the previous video. Sadly no dealer has demo bike here around, so I would love it from you.
As always, thank you!! 😊✌
Please keep the duke390 videos coming. I really want to like this bike and get it next year. Thank you for your review.
P.s. my last bike was an mt09/fz09.
+journeyman 85 more to come - stay tuned!
Yes, Nissan Figaro. Really expensive to buy secondhand, loads of common problems that are expensive to fix, but they have a cult following - go figure (o). Great vid - I've always said small bikes are the way forward.
Hey! Great job, love your videos! Are you planning to post more thought about 2017 Duke 690?
Thanks.....and nothing planned m'fraid...
Lovely! Great video as usual.
Would you do a comparison between the 207 Duke 390 anhd BMW G310R?
That would be helpful for a lot of people like me.
Thank you. Keep up the good work.
+Mon Dean Sadly I don't get to have both bikes at the same time so unlikely I'm afraid :0( Thanks for watching and for the kind words - TMF
Slowly moving up the ladder in terms of higher capacity bikes and I have owned this for 3 months now. 3000 kms and I absolutely love this thing. There are a few problems with the bike but they can be disregarded. This is just brilliant fun.
+ABHISHEK THAKUR Nice one :0)
TheMissendenFlyer .. and as usual, love your videos.
Good evening TMF thank you for the review a nice bike, Take Care.
+Wayne Compton You're welcome as ever Wayne...
Great video, very informative. Just curious why the motor didn’t make it on your list.
I also have a request. How would the little Duke compare with your Street Triple R for riding around town. I ask because I used to own a 12 model Street Triple R, my favourite of all my bikes. Brilliant throttle response and wonderful low end to mid range. I preferred to ride the low end torque curve as opposed to previous 4 cylinder Yamaha’s I used to prefer. I am really wondering if the KTM could be like having a lighter STR without a top end, ie lots of lower speed fun.
Yes that’s exactly what it’s like - would be a hoot for commuting!
I think the Z300 is the biggest competitor of the Duke, since they give you an Akrapovic and a couple more details for 500 extra only being 5.500 in total really makes it a game changer. (EUR)
Nice review although I 'd prefer a retro looking round headlight. Thought the MPG might be on the list too!
+Slack ...actually I didn't find the MPG thaaat good - more on that in my long term review coming soon!
I think you would like the husqvarna svartpilen 401. has the same 373cc engine and is similar to the duke, main difference is appearance and suspension
Great update... looking forward to hearing the 5 things you hate about it... betting the fan appears somewhere on the list... would also like a comparison with the BMW G310R... and your thoughts about the upcoming G310GS and 390 Adventure...
+Ian Henderson Yes looking forward to trying the new smaller bikes as soon as I can - thanks for watching - TMF
Nice video as always, perhaps you could of mentioned how much they cost in U.K. I like this bike, but wouldn't, get a new one, better to get a second hand one. Don't be too hard on the Nissan Figaro it was probably flat out, they are 998cc with a automatic gearbox 😳.
+Duncan Blanchard Standby for my long term review in a little while Duncan - I'll go over the details then...thanks for watching as ever - TMF
Hello from Texas. We all float down here.
Greezy_Chef Good luck and best wishes from the UK. Looks tough for some folks over there right now. Stay safe.
+Greezy_Chef I hope things aren't too terrible for you guys - as Sleeping Dragon said, all the best from the UK....
The engine deserves to be in your top five, it is a very strong engine, which stretches revolutions very well and to be a cylinder vibrates very little. You dissapointed me. Good video.
Sorry about that!
Wow....Mrs F on the drums again. How did you fit everything on the back? Pillion seat room should've been no.1 ;). Great vid though (as always) and you're entirely right about the bike. Great commuter, B-road scratcher & a good learner machine.
+Steve Inskip Cheers Steve....
I pick up my new white 390 Duke on Friday! :D
+Hippo-Drones Happy days! Always exciting waiting for a new bike....enjoy
Hey man, you satisfied? for me its between 390 duke and the bmw 310r..
Hi, great vid. Took the 390 Duke out for a test ride last week. My bike is a Ducati hyperstrada 821. I found the Duke incredibly light , nimble and I think the funnest bikes I've ever ridden. Also the best looking Duke in the KTM family, If only the Duke 690R was this striking. I thought the engine was a hoot too. You had a top 5, the engine for me would be at number 6. I did not get it to a motorway, so have no idea what it would be like on say a long tour.. Any thoughts?
+Huw Howells I think it would be Ok - seat might get a little hard after a while though.....
It seems like getting caught behind a Nissan Figaro is like getting caught behind any Subaru model car in Seattle: slow, bad drivers seem to love them, and they're all over the place.
Also the PT Cruiser, which shares the ugly retro factor AND the lousy drivers (and are strangely, all over the place out here). Sigh. ;-)
+Stephen Marseille Don't get me started on those PT cruisers - had one as a hire car in Canada once, hideous thing....
Does it make you ride flat out everywhere like the 690 does? Or is that just me? Great fun but knackering. Another great review.
+Paul Stredwick Yes it is a bit like that - a real hoot though. Thanks for watching - TMF
2 things i dont like on this motorcycle;
*no hazard switch
*exhaust pipe and catalytic converter are very near the rear mono shock.
glenn mark personally I wouldn’t say you’d need hazards as the LED is really visible when going through traffic
Nice Review- How about the new Ducati Cafe Racer-like to hear your thoughts.
+bvalex2112 Thank you - if I get the chance to ride one, I'll happily review it!
The hideous car is a Nissan Figaro which is a Japanese only market re-body of the Micra. They're a grey import and popular with the laydeez because of the pastel colour range and the retro looks. The KTM Duke on the other hand is a cracking looking bike in common with the rest of their range. :-)
+Chris Wright Thanks for putting me right Chris, for a grey import you don't half see a lot of them about....
Would you consider someone that is 6"2 to have problems riding this bike ( in regards to foot placement and overall posture on the bike)?
Thanks!
Nice review again loved the roads you .I hate those cars as well in future I will call them snot mobiles as well thanks tony
+Anthony Stanley :0)
Think i might purchase 1 of these for my commuter! Had the old shape 125 a lot of people moaning about reliability but mine never missed a beat.
Great bike ....
TheMissendenFlyer keep up the good work mate excellent reviews!
TheMissendenFlyer the other bike i was thinking for a commuter is the z250sl doesnt have abs or the bells n whistles but its stunning and at 3k new!!
Nice bike and video
+nao mikael Thanks...
Hey i like your reviews. Would you suggest waiting for BMW G310R which is yet to launch in India. Or to go with D390. Would you be able give views on to be launched TVS Apache RR310S? Appreciate your response in advance.
+Rahul Dhawan We don't have the TVS apache here so I can't do that one.....and I'd take the Duke :0)
I am so glad to own one here in Bangalore India...Big bang for my bucks compared to BMW g310R which GOD know when it will be released in India and R3 which is discontinued since April this year
+Javed Aslam Nice one :0)
I know you've done the odd riding gear review in the past , any chance of a mention or review about the jeans you wear as I'm in the market for a pair of Kevlar reinforced ones. Or do you just wear ordinary ones.
+poisonmans I always wear proper biking jeans - I use Draggin ones which are brilliant and I will do a review soon as a number of people have asked - cheers - TMF
Hey mr flyer a Nissan figaro that's the car ou flew past .....great videos
+Grant Muir Thanks Grant - had no idea they were Nissans....!
Have u faced ecu shut off problems?the fan is always i think,i guess it doesnt hav rawness of the old 390 which had a slightly snatchy throttle. Do try to do a comparo with the older gen duke 390...Please also check the CB/CBR 500r which has a similar engne characteristic of Low to midrange power.
Yes I'd love a crack on the CBR500 - will see what I can do....and no I haven't noticed any issues with ecu shut off????
Its a issue i read on the ownership experiences here in india, like the TFT display shutting off.
Lovely short top 5 vid Sir. :)
I've got a small query about this bike.
Sir, do you think the alloy wheels are pretty sturdy to handle a bit of off roading? (Considering the new BMW 310 GS, the Kawasaki Versys 650 & other smaller displacement dual sport bikes are coming with alloy wheels rather than the spoked ones in the bigger Adv bikes).
In the Himalayan ranges (especially Leh Ladakh) where we (Indians & some foreigners too these days) generally face snow, gravels, small river crossings, muddy trails quite often. That's why the query Sir. I've heard from previous Duke 390 (2015 & before) owners that they've had issues of cracked alloys in the Himalayan ranges. I really do pray the KTM guys have beefed up their alloys, since the 390 Duke is their flagship offering in India. 😊
Sir, would you weigh the Kawasaki Versys X 300 more than this 2017 KTM Duke 390 for the above mentioned terrains? If possible, please do a long review on the X300 too.
Thanks in advance.
+Dr. S Chakraborty Sadly I don't yet have access to Kawasaki bikes so can't help you there! ...and I wouldn't think the KTM wheels would be great off road....sorry about that. Thanks for watching - TMF
TheMissendenFlyer thanks for the reply.. Take care.. Ride safe mate! :)
Should I go for 1st hand duke 390 2018 or a used cbr250r ...
The cbr costs 1/3 rd of the 390...
Aaaaaaaaaaa the dilemma
390....
You're reminding me of episodes from Mr. Bean when he always gets stuck behind that three wheeler thingy. Btw, my girlfriend loves that car for it's retro looks.
+stephen spiteri Really!? Must be a girl thing....
+stephen spiteri Really!? Must be a girl thing....
Hello. Could you talk about overheating? Is that too hot during riding?
Fine to ride but the fan does come on a lot...and that’s in a cold country...
The "hideous" little car is the Nissan Figaro, a faux 50s style pocket sized coupé never officially imported to the UK but a few 2nd hand Japanese market were brought in by specialist firms.
That would be Mr. Bean in the green car. But seriously, I tested the 390 and absolutely loved it. They should implement a navigation system in the TFT. However, the fan was very annoying. He came on often, nearly immediately after stopping at a traffic light and is very loud. What's your experience?
+LuchsLater Well I didn't find it as bad as the RC390 but it was still noticeable....
Only really hear it if you're pootling along.. and that's probably also the only time when it comes on. Haven't noticed it at normal speed at all this summer.
The fan buzz would be a deal breaker for me... 😞
Ducati's fry your balls.. there's always something to nitpick.
Renzsu --> Yup... no bike is perfect... ✔
perhaps you can make a video of all the bikes in affordable segment? like $5000-$7000 range? currently trying to decide bet. KTM 390 & BMW G310R. any other option to consider?
Ninja 400, Yamaha R3, Svartpilen 401,Vitpilen 401, z650, SV650,mt07, so many choices in that range
@@steve-wu7jp .i want city commuter tho, not heavily focused racing bike
Ktm 390 perfect as a commuting bike
Yes Nissan Figaro - based on a Micra with a 1.0 turbo. It was my mum you were following and she is now crying you big beastie.
+kram namwen Oops sorry!
lol.. only jokin'
I'm thinking of buying this bike, I just need a bike for fun.
The car is made by Nissan
thank you love everything you do in the biking world
Cheers Wayne!
hello mate am from india as i am a bike curious, my place dont have tracks and straight so, i am in a difficult situation where i have a dilemma of choosing rc 390 or duke 390 both 2017, ill be using for going to jobs and weekend ride thts all so pls help pe pick the right ktm for me mate ty. and by the way a very comprehensive review ty.!!!
+Vanlalawmpuia varte Duke wins every time!
This or the RC390? or Wait for 2018 and see if the RC gets the TFT for the '18MY?
+Mako_FN7 Easy - this one over the RC390 any day!
I have questioned myself for months now, if I should buy the Duke 390 or the Yamaha R3. Please help me at this very hard question.
Easy...Duke!
That LED headlight would be useful in that lay by at night 😁
+Mister borntodrill I can't imagine why....
You could check out a couple of you tube channels like 'Toms turbo garage' and ' mighty car mods' they have both had episodes involving figaros. Not my thing but they do have a following.
+Chris 2008 FZ6 Hmmm, might give that a miss...but thanks anyway.
It's a Nissan figaro originally marketed in Japan 1991 then sold in the uk in limited numbers thank god
+Martin Botterill Thank god indeed!
A constant POV video can get a bit boring. You should try switching from POV to third person from time to time to keep the viewer hooked. Also should try focusing the video on the actual bike showing us little details on it.
But great video anyways mate! 👍🏻
+Shreyas Joshi Thanks for the advice mate!
Ive got to get one of these MF. I've seen all the reviews and I haven't seen a bad one yet.
What is this bike like size wise? I'm just over 6 foot was wandering how it would be?
It is quite small - you might struggle a bit on this one...
Nice review, waiting the top 5 things you hate about the 390.
+wdoncare Cheers!
What sort of mileage do you get out of a tank of fuel on this? Always a bit wary of off road styled bikes because they usually have piddly little tanks.
+zork Oops I didn't make a note....didn't seem bad though, reckon you're looking at the 150 mark, maybe someone else will be able to confirm??
TheMissendenFlyer should get more than 394kms fuel wise
I like your review with the duke390, simple and straight forward. Dont mind the hideous car. LoL
I wish that snot mobile would have pulled up next to you in that dogging spot. Where was that btw?
+Grumpy Garry you seem unhealthily interested Grumpy?
Help me choose between RC390 or DUKE390. I am upgrading from Yamaha R15
Duke - easy question!
Does this give a 35kw mt07 a run for its money? Or are they not comparable?
+Chicken Soup for the Loser Quite a different ride, the MT is quicker but the Duke lighter and arguably more fun...
01:29 Nissan Figaro - hateful things. Great vid as always, may very well be my next machine :)
Why? if you lived in Japan you'd understand why they exist.
+Brazyptian :0)
They look like a throwback to 1950's Italian cars
Uploaded on my fifteenth birthday! Only one year until I can get a bike - even if it is only a crappy 50cc one. Did you ever ride a 50cc bike/moped and if you did would you recommend getting one or waiting another year to get a 125cc?
Funky Penguin I know this question wasn't directed at me but I would still get a 50cc to get used to riding on the road and so it's only one year and not two and it will get your insurance down a little little bit
I agree,, a 50cc is a great place to learn. There is nothing crappy about them! I am 49 years old and have a ZipRS in my garage.. Here is an example. www.gumtree.com/p/piaggio-motorbikes/piaggio-zip-rs-sp/1233224133 THESE ARE NOT SLOW :)
+Funky Penguin No I've not ridden a 50cc but I imagine they are great fun - go for it (but pick your roads!)...
ay happy bday mate, turned 19 today XD
if you're gonna get a 125 in a year i don't suggest getting the 50cc. unless you find one dirt cheap and your license doesn't cost much
Hmm one would think this might be a future purchase for TMF?
+Asthall Adventurer Hmm one would would one?
lol, well yes one would. Looks a fund piece of kit. A good looking bike and something that would be good to blast around the country lanes of the Cotswolds, or even the Charlbury roads you features on a previous video. There about 10 mins from the house.
Much prefer the "hi folks" welcome over the patronising sounding "hey kids". Hope it continues. 🤗
+Sam I am You know what they say, you can please some of the people some of the time.... :0)
TheMissendenFlyer lol 😉 Keep up the great work!
Old one is faster and gives you a beautiful punch of Acceleration
Which you will never feel in this one 😉
+MotoBiker_Sap Fair enough...
Has this 390 the stock exhaust?
+TheJeku12 Yep
Will you stop popping up on my CZcams , I'm trying to buy a new bike and after each watch I can't decide what I want anymore!! ;)
Nissan Figaro, a loathsome Japanese market grey import from the early nineties
+Graham Stewart :0)
TheMissendenFlyer Nissan Micra in fancy dress, essentially.
The retro styling is nice. Its a nice car.
Coming soon to a channel near you The 5 things the The Missenden Flyer
'Loves' about the "Figaro car"
...that aint never gonna happen....well depending on who's driving it of course...
Я влюблен в этот мотоцикл.
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hey Brother how you setup the camera......I loved your camera angle please tell me n reply as soon as possi........
Stuck it on my helmet in the usual manner....
How would you rate benelli 300 against this bike?
I've not ridden the Benelli, but if the MCN review was anything to go by, stick with the KTM!
thanks for the quick reply . I am contemplating between D390 and TNT300, just not able to decide.. I love styling and features of D390 and comfort ability and sound of T300. I have been thinking for the past one year. Just could not be able to decide :-(
UK price?
+Be like Water See my long term video coming up soon! Stay tuned....
I want one
+Mushroom Head Me too!
TheMissendenFlyer um, you appear have access to one!
Looks great
The annoying car is a Nissan Figaro - a Japan-only model
Luckily fairly rare on the UK roads!
Nissan Figaro based on Nissan Micra. Japanese import auto and turbo charged! Useless bit of info i know
+John Heaney Turbo eh? That makes it vaguely more acceptable I suppose!
That was the sarah jane smith car
Indeed it was....
KTM is torturing me making me wait for the 7XX Duke middleweight naked king and Z/FZ/MT killer
+Akathe Squid Yes I'm looking forward to that too! Thanks for watching - TMF
That car was driven by Mr. bean
How dare you insult the mini like that 😂
Everyone seems they just have to hate something. Saying you love something that does not even have a heart beat is stupid to me.
Well I love sausage rolls, and they used to have a heart beat (I suppose)....
Nissan vigara for the car XD I asked myself the same question the other day!
I'm sorry you didn't like the colour of my car. It's not so quick I know.
Don't worry, back in the work van this week.
Kidding! ;))
Nissan Figaro bro
+Rakesh Arcot Hmmm...
Nissan Ugly almost as bad as the KTM headlight (sorry not for me)! but do like it side on, just that ugly headlight
+vince halls What! I love that headlight!!
Just as well, we are all different.
Its got 44hp not 40
Oops sorry, my bad then....
Your anger towards that 'woman's' car really fucking made me laugh!!! Yes! I also hate them!!
Glad it's not just me.....
Nissan Figaro
+Chris ODonoghue And there was me thinking it was something Italian!
"Hi folks"? Eh? Am I on the right channel?? No mention of "kids"??? I feel old all of a sudden... :)
+Dave Clarke I do like to drop it from time to time to see if anyone notices....well done for spotting it! I get a lot of hate for "hey kids"....
At one time you could only get a Nissan Figaro in the UK if the owners club approved it. Useless factoid or what!
+Rufus What!? Another reason to hate it....
Get a crash guard bro
Them cars are literally terrible. I spent about 5 years preparing them to go on UK roads. There a tiny 998cc turbocharged Nissan micra engine. So damm slow
This bike and many others are going to go away real quick and real soon now that EVERYONE is bringing out incredible Electric bikes that can smoke all gas powered bikes, even the Kawasaki H2!
Got a thumbs down from me because of the comment about women drivers. Uncalled for and unnecessary. I generally like your stuff on CZcams but not that.