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Q. Which is better KTM RC 390 or KTM 390 Duke
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Sarvesh | 5 years ago19 Reply@ Go | My bike is ktm rc 390 ...Why i choosed this model because first of all i think rc is looking more musculr than duke ...if we look at its specifications both rc and duke having the same except its handling and ride postureBefore rc i had r15/pulsar 220 both are more or less same on its riding posture and handlingIf we look at duke its a staright sitting naked bike And i test drived once at that time i felt its little hard to ride in traffic means to do very tricky to make a fast manoeuvre rest in highways it gives a good rodong posture with no back pain or shoulder painThen also why i choose rc my mainly because of its handling and look
There is no doubt in this tht KTM is highly reputed company but I want to share my experience, I have ktm rc390 and have done hardly 29000 km on it. You can check me service records, all services are before time.. but my bike has started leaving black smoke. It has just done 29000km and leaving black smoke. It's engine oil level decrease drastically.I have give my bike in ktm service station, total cost is above 50000 Rs. That too it l take month to get repaired. Once u have purchased this bike, there is no good support from KTM. Every one is just looting money from you. You can just imagine the quality of engine which starts burning engine oil just after 29000 km.
Go | 5 years ago6 ReplyMy bike is ktm rc 390 ...Why i choosed this model because first of all i think rc is looking more musculr than duke ...if we look at its specifications both rc and duke having the same except its handling and ride postureBefore rc i had r15/pulsar 220 both are more or less same on its riding posture and handlingIf we look at duke its a staright sitting naked bike And i test drived once at that time i felt its little hard to ride in traffic means to do very tricky to make a fast manoeuvre rest in highways it gives a good rodong posture with no back pain or shoulder painThen also why i choose rc my mainly because of its handling and look
Jo | 4 years ago3 ReplyBoth are powerful performance bikes...they are made to do drift or race..drift bi Duke 390 with supetmoto mode in which you can unlock rear abs for drifting lowers..can be used for short commute not touring..Rc 390 is a proper race track beast for leaning in the track..ultimate midrange..handling...which one is better? buy according to your needs...but Duke does all what rc does and more with supetmoto mode...
Farhan | 5 years ago19 ReplyIt totally depends on what you need, if you are on streets or into stunts, duke is a better option, it has more features, better console and is more comfortable. But if you a speed lover,track person or into cornering just like me, RC is a better option as it is faster ther than duke beacause of the aerodynamics and the riding position. RC gets more agressive as it has less wind blast. Both share the same 373cc engine but in a drag you might see RC leading. Where as on the other hand duke is much comfortable because of it's upright riding position, but remember you get more wind blast and it slows you down. Duke is better for long rides where in RC is not. Now you have to decide what you want, more aggressive power or comfort and features.
Cool | 4 years ago0 ReplyBased on your needs.... rc is sporty focused, duke is naked street king, both has its ups and downs in terms of seating position, but it all depends wholly on your interest. i got my RC, and maintained it so well, i use it for both commuting and touring, that much great it is. its a yoga bike basically, once you ride it, you can never ever find another bike that can satisfy you in this 300 cc class today
Anshul | 5 years ago3 ReplyTo be honest... If you ask which is a better vehicle in terms of performance, handling, controlling and stability with road grip... RC390 is much better than Duke 390.Now, if you are looking for latest features such as TFT display, Bluetooth connectivity which allows you to receive and decline calls from handlebar itself.. change songs.. increase & decrease volume etc. then Duke 390 is the best choice... also, it offers you the sitting posture which is both commited also and relaxed as well... whereas in RC390 its only commited riding position which May give you back pain and wrist pain if you are not used to riding sport bikes.
Bharat | 5 years ago0 ReplyDepends on your riding style and use. But generally the Duke is better for long rides where your stance is upright. The RC is designed for racing and is circuit oriented, therefore, as it is a completely lean forward posture, it is good only for short rides of a couple of hours or so.
Adi | 5 years ago0 ReplyIt depends upon where you’re going to use the bike. If you’re looking for a bike for daily commute, touring and long rides the duke 390 is perfect. If you’re looking for a bike with a full fairing, sporty ergonomics and sharp handling then the rc 390 is the one for you
Ankan | 4 years ago1 ReplyIt depend on your choice ...if you are a track biker and love cornering ,make races ..and you don't want comfort ..so go for rc 390 but if you ture places and also you want comfort ,cool display ..than go for rc...
Mahendra | 5 years ago0 ReplyAs it really matters btw both machines are equivalent, and are twins one smooth like flash while other hulk like design it might sound odd but yes that's what I think. Now if you are track based person then you can go for RC 390 or love something comfortable then duke. But personally I've always been RC lover but it doesn't means that I'm against duke but still do not like it.
AqibYaqoob | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke 390 and RC 390 have same engine i.e 390CC but Duke 390 has more loaded technology compared to RC 390..The difference between them is RC is track bike and meant for racing and track purpose with its areodynamic design.While as Duke is completely Naked and for city and touring purpose.You can also use Duke for racing with no issues as both bikes have Metzler tyres.
Tru | 4 years ago0 ReplyNot sure but I heard the rc have a bite more power n speed but their the same bike to me from what understand .it just one havw that naked bike look n the n the one just has that street sport look
Danish | 5 years ago0 ReplyIf you're looking for a bike regarding touring purposes then go for Duke, and if you are looking for a more track focused and balanced bike with full of precision then go for the RC
Farhan | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 would be a better option, as RC is more track focused bike, and duke is meant to be a street monster. Due to RC's riding position you may not like it for city or day to day rides. But duke has a upright position which makes it more comfortable and efficient om streets.
Bhavani | 5 years ago0 ReplyChoose Anything but RC. You will regret later on spending money to put your body through pain and additional general doctor visiting charges. Looks can be deceiving. People around you will surely give a stare at the bike but only you know your pain
Welson | 3 years ago0 ReplyShow off people's goes with Rc and self care people's goes with the Duke_Dude yu people buy car enjoy and get marry soon_it's time to Drive a car not to ride a bike. Prefer horse at home for evening ride without filling chutiya's yellow susu.
Arun | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke 390 is fun to ride for long distance whilw rc 390 is not for long distance because our whole body pressure is on hands and hands get pain.duke 390 is very good bike easy to handling .rc 390 is very hard to ride in market.
Pranav | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke 390 it is.....RC is a very track focused bike and cannot be suggested for daily use. Duke is a very easy handler and you can carry luggage if planning for a tour. Duke has low maintenance costs as well compared to RC...
Ajith | 4 years ago0 ReplyIt is purely depends on u.....if you want erconomic look and sharp design and track purpose go the RC ....want to enjoy the street go for Duke ...
Pranav | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 is the world's best city commuter in its range... RC is not a city bike, so it is not at all comfortable to ride in city. In the city, you can utilize the power that the Duke 390 offers rather than RC390.
AnubhavNirwal | 5 years ago1 ReplyDepends on your taste.Go for rc 390 if you are not a daily rider and want to flaunt some style or wish to go to track on open track days.otherwise for daily ride and long rides, duke 390 is a better option.
Vamsy | 5 years ago1 ReplyDepends on your riding style. If you want something with aggressive posture and sporty, go for RC 390. something which is stylish and with comfortable riding ergonomics go for Naked street bike Duke 390
Bhavani | 5 years ago3 ReplyDon't ever buy rc. You will regret forever after using it for some time. Duke is anyday better, trust me. Rc only looks cool but not comfortable at all. Your legs also stay getting heated in long run.
Badonbor | 5 years ago0 ReplyThey both have the same engine. Only looks and seating position are different and of course the price. In the long run you will find the duke is more comfortable in terms of riding position.
Benson | 5 years ago1 ReplyIf you want to race in track then I prefer RC390 but there is problem in RC 390 if you have your GF when she sits back she would be unconscious when you corner hills so be careful
Mahendra | 5 years ago0 ReplySee if you are track based person and looking for track bike then go for rc, but if looking for both then choose duke. If i would suggest from my heart then rc is ultimate.
Prince | 5 years ago1 ReplyYou have low budget then go for dominar its best budget bike but if you need high performance bike then go for duke its most powerful bike in 400cc and under 3lakh segment
Life | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 as rc 390 is an proper track bike n will give a lot of pain in ur wrist n back. Also uh can't take it for long rides without opting for duke 390 handel bar.
Padmanaban | 5 years ago0 ReplyPersonally I like sporty bike than naked .. my preference is Rc 390
MayankPancholi | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke 390 is better because RC 390 is made for racing and the sitting posture is not good for long rides or touring Duke 390 is perfect for every condition.
Devid | 5 years ago1 ReplyRC 390 is better than Duke 390 but RC 390's Price is very high.
Shashi | 5 years ago0 ReplyIf u use the bike very often then go for RC390 or else if u use for daily commute go for Duke 390 obviously the Duke 390 is the pocket rocket naked bike
Prince | 5 years ago0 ReplyI think duke 390 more then faster but top speed i think rc 390 better because it have windshield advantage.i like duke 390 specially tft smart display.
Prince | 5 years ago0 ReplyYes ofcourse for comfort duke 390 better then rc 390 but for more comfortably you can also try dominar 400 talk about to Power its similar to duke 390
Lalkrishna | 5 years ago3 ReplyGo for duke 390....duke 390 have very good riding position and rc390 have a commited riding position and its is not safe for city traffic problems
Ps | 5 years ago1 ReplyFrom my opinion rc is best because it have better looks
Rocky | 4 years ago0 ReplyKTM Rc 390 is a stylish bike and KTM Duke is a performance bike
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Boom | 4 years ago0 ReplyThat doesn't make sense both are simply awsomeeee
Gaurav | 5 years ago0 ReplyIf you want a relaxes riding position then Duke should be the best. if you want sporty forward lean position then you should go for RC
Ali | 5 years ago1 ReplyIf i would be you, then i would go for duke 390 because duke is more comfortable than RC. IN RC your back might hurt for long rides.
Zishan | 4 years ago0 ReplyRC 390 IS FOR TRACK AND DUKE IS FOR TRAVEL AND CITY USE
Pranav | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke is designed for commuting... RC is a dedicated track bike... Duke is comfortable and convenient for rides at any place...
Anjan | 5 years ago1 ReplyFor comfort you have to choose duke
Prafful | 4 years ago0 ReplyDuke390 it's better than RC390
Gaurav | 5 years ago0 ReplyBoth the bikes have almost similar performance. but if you are city traveler then duke 390 should be perfect for you
Ajay | 4 years ago0 ReplyComfortable Duke 390reassing rc39
Gaurav | 5 years ago0 ReplyBoth the bikes are built for different use. if you are more into city riding then duke 390 should be perfect
Aadarsh | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke is more comfortable for long ride and city but RC has aerodynamic body it will go fast and very agressive
Maruthi N Virupakshappa | 4 years ago0 Reply390 Duke is Better
Gaurav | 5 years ago0 ReplyBoth are different category vehicle, my personal choice will be duke 390 because of better riding position
Oru | 5 years ago0 ReplyIt's your choice those are good...if you like supersport go for RC and if you like naked one for duke
MayankPancholi | 5 years ago1 ReplyKTM 390 DUKE is better because its made for every purpose but RC is specially designed for racing.
Prallove | 5 years ago0 ReplyKtm rc 390
Oommen | 5 years ago0 ReplyDUKE IS BEETER THAN RC BECAUSE OF RIDING POSITION.FOR BACK PAIN PLEASE TAKE NECESSARY EXCERCISES.
Life | 5 years ago0 ReplyNope opt for dominar. Or if uh want ktm bike opt for duke 390 as its slightly better than rc390
Adam | 5 years ago3 ReplyDuke 390 is an all rounder, RC 390 is a pure track machine it dosen't suits for daily commuting
Barun | 5 years ago0 ReplyTc 390
Ashutosh | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc 390
Dau | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc390
Barun | 5 years ago1 ReplyRc390
Gaurav | 5 years ago0 ReplyYes it is comfortable as the riding position is upright there should not be any problem
Dilkush | 4 years ago0 ReplyKTM RC 390
Rahul | 5 years ago1 ReplyDepends whether you love super sports or nakeds. Both have their own pros & cons.
Jack | 4 years ago1 ReplyRc 390
Tyzon | 4 years ago1 ReplyRC 390
Tru | 4 years ago0 ReplyRc 390
Abijith | 4 years ago1 ReplyRc390
Sayan | 4 years ago0 ReplyRC390
Sasankk | 5 years ago0 Reply390 duke is best.. coz u can handle it very well.. and RC is best for tracks..
Srichandan | 5 years ago0 ReplyMillage around 27kmpl. And for maintenance you should follow the user manual.
Noor | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 is perfect. Seet comfortable long ride.best look .superb speed. Abs.
Ragavan | 3 years ago0 ReplyKtm rc290
Vansh | 4 years ago0 ReplyRC 390
Rohit | 3 years ago0 ReplyOhk
Jai | 5 years ago0 ReplyIf u want for daily use take duke if u r great fan of biking take rc
Lakshay | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke is best for tours as it's sitting problem is much better than rc
Studio.C | 5 years ago0 ReplyI personally feel that Acceleration of Duke is more amazing than Rc.
Aman | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 smooth accelerationBut rc 390 also have smooth acceleration
Himanshu | 5 years ago1 ReplyFor racing concept rc390 is best .But for sports duke 390 is best.
KUMAR | 5 years ago0 ReplyBoth give the same performance but rc 390 gives u more than that
Mohammed | 5 years ago1 ReplyNo,it is a sports bike and so it will increase your back pain
FAIZ RATHOD | 4 years ago0 ReplyKTM 390
Badonbor | 5 years ago0 ReplyI love to race so RC 390 but if you love to ride then Duke
KUMAR | 5 years ago0 ReplyAll say Duke but I say rc390 u have looks and performance
Nasim | 5 years ago0 ReplyIf you're buy long purpose to buy Duke 390 best for u bro
Hristo | 4 years ago0 ReplyKTM 390 Duke
Gaurav | 5 years ago0 ReplyAs per my personal experience, duke 390 is much better
Ali | 5 years ago1 ReplyRemember guys duke is always more comfortable than RC.
KUMAR | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc looks and performance duke naked squid ur option
Bala | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 is good for better stunding and good driving
Studio.C | 5 years ago0 ReplyPlease mention for which purpose you are buying bike?
Nasim | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke is the best for u daily rides and long touring
Oru | 5 years ago0 ReplyIts about the way you like the position on the bike
Bhavani | 5 years ago0 ReplyForget the RC series. Duke is better for daily use
AqibYaqoob | 5 years ago0 ReplyDefinately Duke 390 is best as compared to RC 390.
Mahendra | 5 years ago0 ReplyI guess duke is more comfortable compared to rc.
Badonbor | 5 years ago0 ReplySame engine different style n positioning
One | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke is naked bike and rc is race bike
Jagadeesh | 5 years ago0 ReplyNo opinion. But height not a problem.
Studio.C | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke is better than rc in my view.
Nasim | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 best is front off rc 390
Hk | 5 years ago1 Reply390 Duke is best im using also...
Dhanush | 5 years ago0 ReplyBoth are good in its own aspects
Nihal | 5 years ago8 ReplyBro rc is much better than Duke
Studio.C | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke is perfect for daily use.
Roopesh | 5 years ago1 ReplyDefanetly its the duck 390
Gopal | 5 years ago1 ReplyI'm selling my rc 390
Kangkan | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 sahi option 🤘
Nirbhay | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc 390 as i ride it
Mr | 5 years ago1 Reply390Duke...is best ...
Shivam | 5 years ago0 ReplyGo for Duke 390 dude
Roopesh | 5 years ago0 ReplyI thing its duke 390
Ankan | 5 years ago0 ReplyFor me its 390 duke
AqibYaqoob | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390 ofcourse.
Satyam | 5 years ago0 ReplyBest performance
Ankan | 5 years ago0 ReplyGo for 390 duke
Studio.C | 5 years ago0 ReplyOfcourse it's.
Studio.C | 5 years ago0 ReplyI prefer Duke.
Oommen | 5 years ago0 Reply390 eyes shut.
Nikhil | 5 years ago3 ReplyDuke 390
Satyam | 5 years ago0 ReplyGood look KTM
KUMAR | 5 years ago0 ReplyI think both
Sarita | 5 years ago0 ReplyKtm rc 390
The | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc 399
Sk | 5 years ago0 ReplyKtm rc390
Satyanarayan | 5 years ago0 ReplyKtm rc390
Imvaibhavv | 5 years ago0 ReplyDefinitely
Oommen | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390.
Ssn | 5 years ago1 ReplyKtm 390
Life | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
Bala | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
Bilal | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
Prince | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
Vinay | 5 years ago0 Reply390 duke
Vinay | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
Amir | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
Oommen | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
Akash | 5 years ago0 Reply390 Duke
Gaurav | 5 years ago3 ReplyDUKE 390
AqibYaqoob | 5 years ago1 ReplyDuke 390
Melwyn | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke 390
SomnathPatel | 5 years ago0 ReplyRC 390
Oommen | 5 years ago0 ReplyKTM 390
Dinesh | 5 years ago0 ReplyKTM 390
Tarun | 5 years ago0 ReplyRC 390
Sumit | 5 years ago2 ReplyRc 390
Vik | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke
Akshai | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc390
Savitha | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc390
Badonbor | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke
Nasim | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke
Bilal | 5 years ago0 ReplyDuke
Dhanush | 5 years ago0 ReplyYes
Mayank | 5 years ago0 ReplyRc
Manav | 5 years ago2 ReplyRc
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