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Yamaha R3 vs KTM 390 Duke

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R3 or KTM 390 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R3 and 390 Duke. Yamaha R3 Price starts at Rs.3.39 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and KTM 390 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R3 is 2 cylinder, 321 cc Engine can generate 41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm power whereas KTM 390 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 398 cc Engine can generate 45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of range, R3 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and 390 Duke has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R3 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas KTM 390 Duke is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

R3 vs 390 Duke

Key HighlightsYamaha R3KTM 390 Duke
PriceRs.3.39 LakhRs.2.97 Lakh
Engine Capacity321 cc398.63 cc
Power41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge35 kmpl
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Yamaha R3 STD bike
Yamaha R3
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Rs. 3.39 Lakh
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KTM 390 Duke STD bike
KTM 390 Duke
STD
Rs. 2.97 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.82 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.34 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.4
    4.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    321 cc
    398.63 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    298
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    29
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    29
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    32
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
    5-clicCompressioRebounadjustableOpeCartridgeWAPEUSforks43mdiameter
    Rear Suspension
    Swingarm
    Adjustable WP APEX MoNoshock& 5-step Rebound damping& 10-step preload adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    110/70 R17M/C 54H
    -

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or 30000 km
    2 Years or 30000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Diamond
    Split-Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    Electric
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    321 cc
    398.63 cc
    Engine Type
    4-stroke& 2-cylinder& Liquid-cooled& DOHC& 4-valves
    Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& FI Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.084 kwh
    -
    Top Speed
    -
    167 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    68 mm x 44.1 mm
    89 mm x 64 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    41.4 bhp @ 10750 rpm
    45.3 bhp @ 8500 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
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    3
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2090 mm
    -
    Width
    730 mm
    -
    Height
    1140 mm
    820 mm
    Wheelbase
    1380 mm
    1367 mm
    Ground Clearance
    160 mm
    183 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    -
    1.6 Litres
    Body Type
    -
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    780 mm
    -
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    169 kg
    168.3 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Engine performance is brilliant
    • Refined redline behaviour
    • Braking is very strong & spot-on
    • Suspension setup is perfectly tuned for road
    • Overall design & build quality is superb
    • A new engine with more power
    • More aggressive design
    • Adjustable WP APEX suspension
    • Loaded with tech such as cornering ABS & traction control
    Cons
    • Design is already aged in global markets
    • No modern features like the TFT console
    • Lack of safety features like slipper clutch
    • 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 Yamaha R3 and KTM 390 Duke

    Safety

    R3 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, 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.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Yamaha R3 has features like Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and KTM 390 Duke, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Yamaha R3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and 390 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Yamaha R3 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1140 mm seat height. KTM 390 Duke has 820 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Yamaha R3 and KTM 390 Duke Owner Reviews

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    • 390 Duke Review
      • DM
        Deepak Mangalore
        05 Oct 2025
        5.0
        It’s very comfortable to ride, and the design is also impressive. I really like the power, and Yamaha delivers great performance. I truly like this bike it’s a nice one.
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        Lucky N
        5 Month ago
        5.0
        Very excellent bike. Too much good better performance, good looking very much aura. Too comfortable and so much better and good cylinder. Prices are good. Available in colors too good and much best bike.
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      • Hd
        Hitesh dangar
        2 Year ago
        4.4
        The bike offers competitive mileage within its category, making it an attractive option for users looking for a sporty yet efficient motorcycle.
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      • S
        Sdff
        2 Year ago
        4.4
        It features a lightweight and agile chassis that offers excellent handling characteristics. Its diamond-type steel frame provides rigidity while keeping the overall weight low.
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      • Rl
        Revaram lodhi
        2 Year ago
        4.4
        The design of the bike reflects a blend of sportiness, modernity, and functionality, making it an attractive option for users looking for a visually appealing and performance-oriented motorcycle.
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