KTM Duke 390: specifications and reviews. How much is a cross bike

KTM Duke 390 was released very recently, in 2013. It belongs to the class of Neykedov - stylish city motorcycles with the least amount of plastic. KTM is an Austrian company, but the motorcycle assembly is carried out in India.

Appearance

At first glance, this motorcycle makes a vivid impression. It immediately attracts everyone's attention. Its appearance is very sporty and similar to the more serious machines in the KTM line. Designers worked on the exterior perfectly. Usually all the chic gets to only the oversized devices, but in this case a small model is clearly not left out. The swiftness further emphasizes the combination of the brand colors of the model: black and orange.

KTM Duke 390 is assembled in India at the Bajaj plant. He also owns a controlling stake in KTM. Initially, the device was conceived as a model specifically for the domestic market of the country, in which motorcycles are very common. But even so, the design decided not to save and developed it with a modern appearance of the European model.

General specifications

The working volume of the device is 373 cubic centimeters, which corresponds to a real sports motorcycle. However, for local residents in India, the standard is a volume of one hundred and twenty-five to two hundred cubic centimeters, so the initial modification set the volume of 125 cubes. But already in this version it was decided not to save on large pipes and aluminum casts. The running gear has sufficient strength and rigidity. Without additional modifications, a two-piece engine, as well as a working volume of three hundred and seventy-three cubic centimeters, can be mounted in it. Therefore, the chassis is the same for both the base version and the advanced one. There is one more interesting and useful feature in the model KTM 390 Duke: ABS-system.

Suspension

The standard suspension for KTM is WP. In KTM Duke 390 is installed just such a kind of it. Despite the fact that the only adjustment here is the spring compression of the rear shock absorber, when driving it feels that the quality in this part does not fail. Although the size and small, but the suspension White Power - not the most simple. It is felt that it functions smoothly and athletic together with an aluminum pendulum and a rigid chrome-molybdenum frame.

Tires

Excellent tires Mertzeller also demonstrate an uneconomical approach to the KTM Duke 390. Their characteristics, unlike the Chinese and Korean versions, promise absolute and unshakable power, even if the motorcycle invests in bends. Given the small power, you can be sure that they will not be erased already in the first half of the semi-season.

Engine and gearbox

But the greatest praise deserves, of course, the engine. Many manufacturers of similar motorcycles make them soft and docile, using two-cylinder power units. Of course, they try to compensate for the missing traction in various ways. However, this is clearly not the way of the company KTM. This model is designed for the coolest boys and girls.

Its indicators are as follows:

• The size of the motor is 89 * 60 millimeters;
• The compression ratio is 12.6 / 1;
• Torque - 35.3 Newtons per meter and 7000 rpm;
• Power - 44 horsepower and 9000 rpm.

Such data, considering a single-cylinder unit, indicate the seriousness of the apparatus.

Tremendously light weight of the engine is achieved thanks to the forged piston and cylinders made of aluminum, coated with nickasil, with which excellent heat transfer is obtained.

High-performance oil pump regularly supplies oil wherever it is needed. This allows you to pass a scheduled technical inspection once in seven and a half thousand kilometers, which is quite a lot for this class of motorcycles. By the way, if you need to replace the original, it is quite suitable spare parts for Chinese motorcycles.

In order to cope with the gearbox, it takes a little effort. With it you need to learn how to work without unnecessary movements, clearly and decisively, which will save you from inconsistencies and other misunderstandings that may manifest, especially at the initial stage of operation.

Behavior on the road

Those who tried the device on the road say that all the performance of the car dynamically realizes itself in practice. Even there is no shortage of "bottoms". Of course, he will not be able to move from a place without gas or move at idle. But it can be easily maneuvered in a traffic jam, adding a bit of gas and working with the clutch. Motorcycle owners say that it should be borne in mind - to handle the engine must be neat, but in gratitude he will present a real drive when riding at high speed.

Due to its short-circuiting the engine spins up quickly, and already on the first third of the indicator of the tachometer there will be a good pick-up. A small motor will require a respectful attitude. Incorrect reset of the gears or an error in their selection leads to a loss of dynamism. But having learned how to work properly with such an engine and feel your car, a motorcyclist will gradually be able to prepare for a large device, this is noted by all who have experience in driving KTM.

Ergonomics

The ergonomics of the motorcycle also notices that the device was designed specifically for driving, rather than the usual movement in space. In the presence of assembled landing, high raised and carried slightly back footrests, as well as a steering wheel with a slight slope, not allowing slouching. Long trips on it will be too tiring, and a hard seat while still for a long time will remind you of yourself. But this position allows you to perfectly control the motorcycle and actively manage it.

For the passenger seat is provided, but passenger footsteps are unlikely to anyone like, except perhaps that the girl who for the first time in her life will ride a motorcycle.

All of the aforesaid has certainly prompted the desire to purchase this vehicle. How much is a cross bike? For the period of the end of 2015 the cost of KTM Duke 390 is about 310 000 rubles.

Conclusion

As a result, we can conclude that, despite its dimensions, the car is quite adult. It is not suitable for a half-awake ride from home to work and back. With the same goals on it you can only "fly". KTM Duke 390 teaches its owner to control itself: work with the engine and gearbox, find the right trajectory for turning and so on. Therefore, the device is perfectly instructive for those who decided to change the subcompact for a more powerful model. Having received from him all that is possible, the motorcyclist will gain invaluable experience. But this does not mean that for him it will be only a small transitional stage of KTM 390 Duke. Reviews say something else. This model often becomes a reliable friend for a long time. After all, she has everything in order to move around the city, and along the country road. In addition, those who wish to use it successfully on the sports track. But wherever this device is used, one thing remains certain: to its owner he will give great pleasure.