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BSA Gold Star 650 vs KTM 390 Duke

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BSA Gold Star 650 or KTM 390 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Gold Star 650 and 390 Duke. BSA Gold Star 650 Price starts at Rs.3.13 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD Insignia Red-Highland Green and KTM 390 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. BSA Gold Star 650 is 4 cylinder, 652 cc Engine can generate 45hp @6500rp power whereas KTM 390 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 398 cc Engine can generate 45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of range, Gold Star 650 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and 390 Duke has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). BSA Gold Star 650 is available in 5 colours & 4 variants whereas KTM 390 Duke is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Gold Star 650 vs 390 Duke

Key HighlightsBSA Gold Star 650KTM 390 Duke
PriceRs.3.13 LakhRs.2.97 Lakh
Engine Capacity652 cc398.63 cc
Power45hp @6500rp45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge35 kmpl
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BSA Gold Star 650 STD Insignia Red-Highland Green bike
BSA Gold Star 650
STD Insignia Red-Highland Green
Rs. 3.13 Lakh
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KTM 390 Duke
STD
Rs. 2.97 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.53 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.34 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    2.2
    4.0
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    652 cc
    398.63 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    320 mm
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    29
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    29
    Front Wheel Size
    18 x 2.5
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    32
    Rear Wheel Size
    17 X 4.25",Alloy"
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    41mm telescopic forks
    5-clicCompressioRebounadjustableOpeCartridgeWAPEUSforks43mdiameter
    Rear Suspension
    Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
    Adjustable WP APEX MoNoshock& 5-step Rebound damping& 10-step preload adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90-18
    -

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    -
    check
    Gear Indicator
    -
    check
    Tachometer
    -
    Digital
    Speedometer
    -
    Digital
    Odometer
    -
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    check
    LED headlight
    -
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    -
    2 Years or 30000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    -
    Split-Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    -
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    -
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    -
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    652 cc
    398.63 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid-cooled& single- cylinder& DOHC& 4 valves& twin spark plugs
    Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& FI Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    4
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    -
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    -
    167 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    -
    89 mm x 64 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    -
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    -
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    45hp @6500rp
    45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm
    Max Torque
    55Nm @4000rpm
    39 Nm @ 6500 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    check
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    -
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    3
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    check
    Console Type
    Semi-Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    -
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    -
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    Pass Light
    -
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    -
    check
    Turn Signal
    -
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    -
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    -
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    -
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2206 mm
    -
    Width
    817 mm
    -
    Height
    1093 mm
    820 mm
    Wheelbase
    1425 mm
    1367 mm
    Ground Clearance
    -
    183 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    -
    1.6 Litres
    Body Type
    -
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    780 mm
    -
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    201 kg
    168.3 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Modern-retro design looks good on the motorcycle
    • Biggest single-cylinder 652cc engine
    • Torque motor with 55 Nm of peak torque
    • Thumpy exhaust note
    • More affordable and powerful than its primary rival
    • Equipped with Brebmo brakes and Pirelli Phantom tyres
    • A new engine with more power
    • More aggressive design
    • Adjustable WP APEX suspension
    • Loaded with tech such as cornering ABS & traction control
    Cons
    • Misses on modern features like digital cluster, bluetooth connectivity and more
    • The 5-speed transmission may disappoint some riders
    • The chrome on the motorcycle is difficult to maintain
    • Given that BSA is a new brand in the country, the number of sales and service centers is relatively limited
    • The price is a bit high
    • Peculiar color options
    • Looks similar to its smaller siblings such as the Duke 250
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    Detailed Comparison of BSA Gold Star 650 and KTM 390 Duke

    Safety

    Gold Star 650 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system . 390 Duke has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

    Transmission

    BSA Gold Star 650 comes with 5 Manual transmission and 390 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    BSA Gold Star 650 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1093 mm seat height. KTM 390 Duke has 820 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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