2017 KTM 390 Duke - First Ride and Review

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7 жыл бұрын

Who said small bikes aren’t fun! Thanks our friends at JD Racing in Saltash we took out the KTM 390 DUKE, and it didn’t disappoint! So much fun packed in such a small bike!
And it's A2 Licence friendly too!
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Пікірлер: 93

@mrsimon2304 3 жыл бұрын

Great review that helped me make my decision on what bike to buy. have just ordered a KTM 390 Duke and now wiating for it to be delivered! Havent ridden a bike for 20 years. Cant wait to get back on the road on two wheels.

@Daedalus1632 7 жыл бұрын

The tail plate holder is that long because of laws in some countries that require it to extend behind the rear wheel

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Daedalus1632 cool. Thanks for the info matey. That makes sense, just doesn't look that good :)

@rhovemleiraldpacaldo1882 6 жыл бұрын

I love your review about KTM Duke 390, I'm planning to have this bike this year.

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words mate. You’ll love the 390. It’s awesome fun ;)

@TheDervMan 7 жыл бұрын

Those KTM dashes are excellent. Good review team RCTV. 👍🏻

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+DervMan agreed. Thanks for the kind words :)

@kevinwoodburn1 7 жыл бұрын

I took delivery of one of these last week. I was worried as I did my test on a 600 this might bore me, but im delighted I went for this. Cant wait till after the first service to rev it properly. If ur looking for a 1st bike its spot on.

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Bohemoth excellent. I certainly loved riding this one and like you thought it would be boring but it was the total opposite. Loved it :)

@Jisei13 6 жыл бұрын

Starting my lessons next week, was wondering how a 300 would fee after a 600 as the 390 seems like the bike ill be going for as a first bike

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

Hey mate. Great that your starting your lessons :) The 300 May seem underpowered compared to the 600 you mentioned but I’d certainly try it out as it’s an ideal first bike and is great fun too. Good luck with your lessons and test and ride safe :)

@MisterTriple596 7 жыл бұрын

Nice review! I just got mine last thursday. So beautifull and fun bike!

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+MisterKatoche excellent. It's certainly a great bike. Have fun and ride safe :)

@rahuldasyam9070 6 жыл бұрын

Great review!!!...I hope I'll buy it someday....keep up the good work

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words mate. Glad you enjoyed the vid :)

@samarthdobhal9217 7 жыл бұрын

hey man great review it was, can you please review the Rc 390 2017 also.

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+samarth dobhal might be able to soon :) Thanks for the kinds words

@rui_bras 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video and nice bike. I'm waiting for your G310GS review but I think I'm already decided. That GS must be a lot more fun and comfortable.

@PhantomRides 7 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing bike for sure mate

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Phantom Rides I loved it :)

@999silverhk 6 жыл бұрын

Decent review! Well done

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

+999silverhk thanks matey :)

@Neontrifle 5 жыл бұрын

Hi RiderCam TV, I'm looking for a bit of advice. I'm wondering if the KTM 390 would suit me. I am 55 and have not been on a bike for over 5 years due to a broken Humerus which ultimately ruined my shoulder. The good news is I have had a shoulder replacement 2 weeks ago and already it seems to function well with no pain. I asked my surgeon if I could get back on a bike he said that I could in about 6 weeks but I should get a lighter bike with easy handling. I've had many bikes over the years right up to the big ones but obviously I would not be able to push them around ect....so I fancy a KTM 390. It looks ideal but there is non local to me for a look at and sit on. Is the bike easy to push around, I have to go down a car width drive in between 2 houses, so have do a 5 point turn to get it facing forward when coming out the garage. I'm 6 foot and 80kg. What do you think? does it feel well balanced and have light handling, or a good alternative? Thanks for your great reviews.

@advythoh 6 жыл бұрын

ABS defaults on road mode (both wheels), also can be switched off completely and the TFT warns about illegality ;) , but try the supermoto mode (Front wheel ABS whilst rear is on manual and nicely progressive). Oh and Duke 390 TFT has bluetooth.

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

+Vykier cool, thanks for the info :)

@RobBread1 6 жыл бұрын

I like the Duke 390 as well. However there is one I am not quite sure if KTM intended to leave out is the windscreen. Perhaps it will be something available in their power parts offering. But for now I'm curious why they leave those out. They are very functional part.

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

+Robert P I totally agree with you mate. A windscreen I think is almost essential for rider comfort. No clue why they leave things out, perhaps to raise more money? :(

@Ypuh 6 жыл бұрын

Great review! Complete and not talking like a salesman. I've been looking to buy this bike in the near future and only sat on it at the dealer so far. I'm about 6'1" / 186cm and do fit well, but it did seem the pegs are rather high and there's not a lot of moving space on the seat compared to the 690. I'd probably get used to it, but plan on keeping the bike a while (3-4 years with the extended warranty) and ride it frequently (decent weather commutes and some weekend trips). As I'm just 27 and a cyclist too, comfort is unknown to me (what you never had, you won't miss). You seem about the same height, what was your experience riding it?

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

Hey mate, great choice of bike! You can get adjusters from KTM for the pegs so would make it more comfortable for you. Im about 5'11" and found it comfortable, and this little bike ( i say little as the engine is little - but it certainly handles well and goes well) is a joy to ride and was so much fun. Economical, fun, small, comfortable and for commuting would be a great asset. I enjoyed riding it and found it lively, fun, yet light and agile.... a great little allrounder!

@prasanthreddy9616 7 жыл бұрын

i bought one this week.. in india we get hand guards,,mud guard,,rear suspension cover as standard.. bike is great by the way..

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+PRASHANTH wish they did that over here in the U.K. Great bike my friend. Ride safe :)

@zaifanadi67 7 жыл бұрын

PRASHANTH also a saree guard 😅

@user-sw2lv3zp6o 3 жыл бұрын

@@RiderCamTV You wouldn't want the crap they have to have on their bikes in India if you knew what he was talking about.

@OntarioAndrews415 7 жыл бұрын

Good video!

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Ontario Andrews thanks matey. Glad you enjoyed it :)

@Daniel-dj7fh 6 жыл бұрын

i think the numberplate holder looks faboulous in comparison to many other bikes. and the short holders aren't that nice iether

@mateo991.2 6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Schlegel its hideous

@Daniel-dj7fh 6 жыл бұрын

oysty_ compare it to the old one and say that again

@lovetolearn5929 6 жыл бұрын

Plez make a video on proper gear shift of 390. Plez.

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

We will see what we can don;)

@lovetolearn5929 6 жыл бұрын

Thnax

@lovetolearn5929 6 жыл бұрын

When I shift gear .sometimes it's make dhak like sound. Is it create any harmful effect on my bike.

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t sound that great, if it has a quick shifter on it sometimes it will clunk but I would get it checked to make sure it’s ok

@lovetolearn5929 6 жыл бұрын

RiderCamTV ok

@josemariedelapaz3717 6 жыл бұрын

I'm about 5'5". I'm afraid this would be too tall for me. What do you think?

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

+Jose Marie dela Paz I recon it would be ok. It's not that tall at all.

@brothersoulshine 6 жыл бұрын

Touchscreen on a motorbike sounds like one of the dippiest ideas I can think of.

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

+brothersoulshine it will come I'm sure, rather than pressing buttons it would be easier and like a huge sat nav screen hahha

@NgaihteaSailo 7 жыл бұрын

How much it cost out there?

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Ngaihtea Sailo about £4,500 a £5,000

@Daniel-dj7fh 6 жыл бұрын

how tall are you and do you sit well on it?

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

About 5’10 ish and yeah seating position is fine :)

@Daniel-dj7fh 6 жыл бұрын

thanks, recon someone who's 6' could sit good on it?

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’m sure you’d be fine. Might have to lower the foot pegs perhaps but KTM do adjustable pegs and fitments to help :)

@Daniel-dj7fh 6 жыл бұрын

a taller seat might also help haha

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

That’s very true

@Clungedoctor 6 жыл бұрын

How tall are you?

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

Both about 5’10” ish :)

@nandagopalvr7508 7 жыл бұрын

What's the fuel economy

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Nanda Gopaal I think it was saying about 60+

@nandagopalvr7508 7 жыл бұрын

RiderCamTV is that 60 miles per galon

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Nanda Gopaal yep :)

@samuraipizzacat2171 7 жыл бұрын

they legally have to have the number plate protruding like that.

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Angus Irving oh cool. Every days a learning day. Thanks for the info :)

@Duke-px2kk 7 жыл бұрын

The 2016 model is 10kg lighter and has more character. Try it you like it. 😊

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Duke 390 not tried the 2016 model but if this one was anything to go by it's awesome

@Ypuh 6 жыл бұрын

It's also a lot smaller in my experience. The engine seems to be a bit more refined and I love the new design and dash, so it'll definitely be the '17 model for me (since I'm 6'1" tall with long legs).

@user-sw2lv3zp6o 3 жыл бұрын

The new model is a big improvement.

@TriNguyen-ls7sy 6 жыл бұрын

Hi everyone, my weight is 50 kg and my height is 170cm, can i ride this bike? I love Duke 390 so much!

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

+Trí Nguyễn hey mate. Yeah I'm a little taller than you but had no problems. Don't think it would be too big for you :)

@TriNguyen-ls7sy 6 жыл бұрын

Ok thank you so much! :D

@RiderCamTV 6 жыл бұрын

+Trí Nguyễn anytime :)

@royalmilser 7 жыл бұрын

isch des a englender oda a inda? xD

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

@royalmilser 7 жыл бұрын

RiderCamTV it was just a Joke bro! I cann't understand it... but the video was nice! like

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Der Rozlat lol :)

@markholroyd5365 7 жыл бұрын

Why are all the big boys making such cool small bikes?

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Mark Holroyd dunno, but so glad they are making them ;)

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Geoff Garvis I can see why. They are fab!

@ravoid36 7 жыл бұрын

cash mate

@valtteri1520 7 жыл бұрын

A2 and A1 riders.

@tomsgorky3617 7 жыл бұрын

Too tall for 165cm rider like me. Any suggestions?

@joeyg7188 7 жыл бұрын

Riders Height?

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Joey G I take it your asking what my height is? 5'10

@joeyg7188 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm looking forward to trying one out at my local KTM dealership. The 2016 model is way too small for taller riders. I'm 5' 11" and used to big bikes such as the R1 so this is a big change for me.

@RiderCamTV 7 жыл бұрын

+Joey G you'll love it I'm sure. Ride safe :)