Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 vs KTM Duke 390

KTM Duke 390 Price starts at Rs. 3.13 Lakh which is Rs. 93,546 costlier than base model of Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 priced at Rs. 2.19 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is 31 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM Duke 390 is 28.9 kmpl. In technical specifications, Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is powered by 249.07 cc engine , while KTM Duke 390 is powered by 398.63 cc engine. Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is available in 1 different colours while KTM Duke 390 comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 vs KTM Duke 390 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Vitpilen 250 vs Duke 390

Key Highlights Vitpilen 250 Gen 2Duke 390 STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, SOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 31 PS @ 9500 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
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Vitpilen 250 vs Duke 390 Key Highlights

Basic Info Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Gen 2KTM Duke 390 STD
Rating
56 reviews
127 reviews
Brand Name Husqvarna KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.19 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 3.13 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, SOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 31 PS @ 9500 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Colors
KTM Duke 390 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,012 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 8,574 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,383 Vitpilen 250 Insurance Rs. 22,752 Duke 390 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, SOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
398.63 cc
Max Power
31 PS @ 9500 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7500 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
72 mm
89 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
64 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
...
12.71:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
31 kmpl
28.9 kmpl
Top Speed
...
167 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Peak Power
31 PS @ 9500 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
820 mm
820 mm
Wheelbase
1368 mm
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
177 mm
183 mm
Fuel Capacity
13.5 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
163.8 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
820 mm
820 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
240 mm

Additional Features
...
Ride-by-wire
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
...
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
New Steel-trellis fram and subframx
Split-Trellis frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cafe Racer Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
Display
5 LCD display
5 Inch, TFT
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
...
Digital
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
...
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM Duke 390
  • Improved performance means this is the quickest bike in its segment
  • brakes feel sharp and predictable
  • adjustable suspension handles bad road well even in its stock setting
  • lower seat height should make it more accessible to shorter riders
  • feels super light on its feet and agile when changing directions
  • you can barely feel any engine heat
  • even in bumper to bumper traffic and motor has become a lot smoother than before.
KTM Duke 390
  • Some of the panel gaps are a little too pronounced
  • H-rated Metzeler tyres feel a little squiggly when pushing the bike hard and the signature KTM orange colour option looks too garish in this model.

Is Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Better Than KTM Duke 390?

50% users have chosen Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 over KTM Duke 390 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 332 users have also rated Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 and KTM Duke 390 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But KTM Duke 390 is better on the grounds of comfort and maintenance. On the basis of mileage and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Duke 390 Vitpilen 250
Mileage 3.9 3.9
Performance 4.8 4.4
Comfort 4.3 4.6
Maintenance 4.0 4.2
Features 4.7 4.7
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Should I choose another bike other than Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 due to its ground clearance?
  • Definitely not get the Vitpilen it's a fun to drive
  • First of all the GC is around 135mm and not 145mm. Secondly, it's not a problem with the bike it's a problem with the Indian roads so changing is never going to solve your problem. Better get your desired bike and drive little smart. I gave these issues in the beginning but later on learned to avoid these high breakers by some simple manuevers like side crossing and slowing down before bumps
  • Yes, If good ground is your preference and you also intrested in occasional off roading.
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Q. How comfortable Is Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250 for pillion?
  • To be Honest, it's not so comfortable
Q. Why I would choose Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 instead of KTM Duke 390? it's price is with in 2.5 lakh.
  • 1) Appealing looks 2) Top notch low range torque3) Attention grabber4) Powerful machine5) Swedish background with tons of motocross and dirt bike rally achievementsYou can't resist the urge to look at the bike once you see it, Duke is too mainstream.
  • Go with husqvarna because ktm engine . Good mileage because its a 250 cc. Its a Head turner. I own duke 390 so i kn maintaining it is a hard task.
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Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Vs KTM Duke 390 FAQs

Which bike is best between Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 vs KTM Duke 390?
As per the users experiences Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But KTM Duke 390 is better on the grounds of comfort and maintenance. On the basis of mileage and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 vs KTM Duke 390?
The Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is cheaper than KTM Duke 390 by Rs. 93,546.
Which bike offers better performance Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 vs KTM Duke 390?
For the Gen 2 version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of Vitpilen 250 produces 31 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of Duke 390 produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 has better performance.

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