2024 KTM 390 Duke Launched in Nepal at Rs 8.99 Lakh

Hansraj Hulaschand & Co., the authorized distributor of KTM bikes in Nepal, has officially launched the 2024 KTM 390 Duke in Nepal. Priced at Rs 8.99 Lakh, the third-gen 390 Duke gets an all-new design, new equipment and a larger capacity engine.

In terms of design, the 2024 KTM 390 Duke features a new split-style headlamp along with tank shrouds that look larger and more muscular than the previous model. The motorcycle also gets a new split seat setup with an exposed rear subframe and will come with a T-shaped taillamp. The design of the fuel tank has also been revised. The new 390 Duke will be available in two colors - Electronic Orange and Atlantic Blue.The new Duke also gets a larger 399cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled motor and makes 46 bhp at 8,000rpm and 39 Nm at 6,500rpm. It gets a six-speed gearbox and benefits from a slipper clutch and quick-shifter. KTM claims the new engine has more power and is smoother.  It also features an improved gearbox, a larger airbox and a new aluminium swingarm.Aside from this, the new 390 Duke gets more riding aids from KTM. It now comes with launch control, ride modes (Street, Rain and Track) and a five-inch TFT to monitor all the settings. Other features like smartphone connectivity, call and music control will also be available.In terms of hardware, the 2024 KTM 390 Duke will feature a new powder-coated steel trellis frame with a 43 mm WP Apex front fork with compression and rebound adjustability (150 mm travel) and a rear monoshock with five-step rebound and preload adjustability (150 mm wheel travel).Braking duties will be handled by a new 320 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc with dual-channel, cornering and supermoto ABS. The bike gets a seat height of 820mm which can be reduced to 800mm.