Late 40s and retired, riding bikes for fun.....living the dream my friend. 👌

The best review of the duke so far in KZfaq. Thanks!

The loud fan is a result of KTM giving the fan cover a shroud to direct the hot air downwards and away from the rider. The initial design did not have the shroud or the accompanying sound and offered better heat dissipation but it cooked your nether regions. I've experienced both fans on my RC 390.

I have owned my duke 2018 since new. I've had many bikes in my life since I've been riding from the 1980s. This is by far the funnest most economical motorcycle I have ever had. I really appreciate your thoughts and they mirror my own and I am so glad you didn't keep repeating or even stating it's a great starter bike, it's a girls bike, it's a learner bike. When I hear that I just cringe. You'll die just the same on any bike. So thank you for not saying that.

68 yo here back on a bike after a 30 year break, thanks to your review of the 390 duke I picked up a new one last week, its every bit as good as you said, I do love your reviews... from Sydney aust

Such a thorough review! Thank you

I love these longer review videos, these quickly put together 5 minute videos that tell you barely anything about the bike except the stats that anyone can look up and finish it off with "yeah it's a good bike, thanks for watching" you always go into great depth with these reviews and point out things I think I could safely say no other reviewers do. Great stuff as always sir!

Thank you, this is one of the best explanatory videos on KZfaq. I own one since 1 year and would like to add the following points: ECU failure @ 500 KM - software update and issue vanished. Fan always on and never turn off, this motorcycle not suitable for city driving, engine high temp. radiator always require filling - dealer changed some o-rings but issue is still there. Faulty Oil pressure sensor - low oil pressure @ 2000 KM. dealer replaced it for free. the more i drive the more i discover...

Mate, your microphone is so good I could indeed hear the fan coming on with the high pitch

My son just bought the 2019 390 Duke as his first bike yesterday. He loves it! After riding it...now i want one.

Hi Andy just have to say thanks had mines for several month's now after taking your recommendations on this and still smile from ear to ear everything I'm out on it once again thanks and keep up the good work on the reviews 👍

Never stop doing these reviews mate! Very comprehensive and to the point. I get weary of the usual first ride reviews from popular journalists. Usually very biased or not adequate. It’s the kind of complete review you do that everyone looking at buying these bikes needs. Thanks from the USA!

I may be changing work locations so one of these would be perfect for the 30 mile round journey each day. This review has been very helpful.

so glad you make these, helps out a first buyer Alot

I know this is a year and a half old but your videos have been such a huge help for me as someone who wants to get into motorcycling. Thank you so much, keep up the good work man.

One of the best motorcycle reviews I've seen on KZfaq. Well laid out and comprehensive with no fluff.

I not only gave him a thumbs up but I also subscribed and rang the bell for all his reviews. Why? Honestly, he gave the best review I have ever seen done on a bike review. touched on all the points that are relevant to what we want to know. Great job.

A little tip for your night tests, film in 30 frames per second as it lets more light in, that if you don't already.

Hey mate, love your reviews, always a joy to watch! Just discovered the Thailand series too and can't tell you how much it is cheering me up whilst being on lockdown without being able to ride. Lovely channel, all the best, thank you so much!

YES! Such a great review. Honest opinions, technical review of how the bike is regarding build quality, range, etc. This video had everything I've been looking for. I wanted a duke 390 as a beginner but couldn't find a detailed video describing it from drawn out personal experience and testing (an hour ride would not allow for a thorough review imo, not even a day ride). This just furthers my resolve to get one. Glad im subbed.

One of the most detailed and informative reviews i have seen 👍

Any problems with the engine cutting out? My engine was always cutting out at the lights, and was often slow to start. This could leave me in difficult/dangerous situations in traffic. My dealer said there was nothing wrong with the engine.

Amazing video! Really loved the way you presented the points. Loved to see your passion about motorcycles and making videos about them! I don‘t comment on videos that often but in your case I felt the need to leave my opinion! Great job!

Thank you for making this review, very tempted now 👍🏼

A week ago I went to dealer a bit skeptical (coming from sm990 and enduro 690), then took the 390 for a quick test drive..pretty amazing....I´m picking a 390 today mainly for city work comuting

I own a 2018 Duke 390 and love it. I have had 161 bikes and this is one of my favorite. Small but very capable. I installed a bunch of performance parts, but quickly went back to stock. Stock performance is very good, and reliable.

Fantastic review love the Q&A style. Thanks.

Great work as usual, Mr Flyer ! Thumbs up.

Thanks for the review! I went out and bought one after watching this and no regrets. Great fun and iv`e done 2000 miles on it already and had no problems. Looking forward to the rest of the Norway tour to se what you think of our roads :)

best review of the duke390, thanks for sharing it with us. would you be so kind to make one for the Z300?

Fantastic review, i am actually getting one next week, i have a cbr600rr 03 but its not a commuting bike, i will keep it for the track and this will be my new commuter, Thanks again m the review really helped.

I don't even know why I'm watching this but great review TMF! Your attention to detail is excellent. Love your videos. Keep up the good content!

Wish electronics were warranty covered here in the States, Just engine,frame and swingarm......That does it for me....

If I was going to buy a bike under 400cc this is the one

Great channel and great review format.

Great review many thanks for going into the bike in such detail.

I have about 1100 miles and I am getting 75 mpg on mine. Granted I don't thrash is as much as I should :). I love it though. As a mid 50s rider getting back into the sport after 20 years this is perfect. Just need a proper windscreen to become available.

my boyfriend is getting this bike in a few months n this was a super great review to give me a little extra info, great video

Amazing review! Helped a lot with me thinking about getting one

Hey man! I really enjoy your videos. I was wondering what your opinion is between the RC 390 and Duke 390. I intend on picking one up soon and since you've ridden both you have the most knowledge. Thanks and keep up the great content!

11:22 indeed the camera does a bad job, the light lits the hole street, from left to right.

Guy's I've owned this vehicle for a few months now. Pros: Looks amazing (Minus the stock mirrors) Very Zippy and handles well Cons: Radiator Fan turns on and stays on often after abit of time riding (Very Loud) TFT Display turns off randomly while riding ( hasn't happened in awhile ) Headlights would turn off randomly ( Software update fixed it ) Gearing feels horrible and very cheap ( Most parts of the bike is very cheaply made ) Gear indicator sometimes does not show (Turning bike off and on fixes it) Bike has a ride by wire throttle and has a very random bite point ( sometimes would stall even when clutch in ) If you guys don't mind the con's then it goes alright.

This has to be the best review of this bike i have yet came across. Absolutely great job....loved the crisp video quality. Keep it up!!!

Multiple detailed and important points made in this review. Good work. Your experience as a rider shows in highlighting the important bits.

Decent mate, wonder how the 2020 Model will turn out to be....!

Good review, that MPG is trash though. My MT09 Tracer gets 62mpg and 200 ish on a tank. Madness considering the differnce. A modern single 390 should be getting 70-80mpg.

I cant believe this video and channel doesnt have more viewers! Beautiful straightforward review! Thanks!

I’ve really been looking at these as a first bike and have watched many videos trying to make up my mind. This being 3 years old it’s still the most detailed video I’ve seen of the 390 Duke. U got a sub from me✌️

Pls do a review of 2017 Honda cbr 650f.. Haven't seen one English video of this on KZfaq

The Indian 390 Duke gets a little more.. I think its cause it's made here + the expectations are higher.

Loved your review. Echoing others by saying your review is by far best I've seen on KZfaq. I've had a 2005 640 Duke 2 for some years and was looking for a second bike., something small and playful for my commute ( currently rebuilding the Duke 2) placed my order for the 390 yesterday and pick up between 2 to 3 weeks depending how quick they get it ready. Thanks again for such an indepth review. Saved me spending almost double for the 790. Cheers again.

That's a great way of making a review! One of the best in youtube.

I have a 2019 390 DUKE......I run 91 and 92 octane gasoline, and get 65-70 MPG @ 75 MPH......when I first got it, it had 203 Miles on it.....the guy traded it in, for a 690 DUKE...gas mileage was about 60 MPG, until the break-in period was over.....then, it got better....the seat is uncomfortable, and the rear brake, sucks....otherwise, it's damned fun to ride.....EATS 2-lane blacktops for b-fast, lunch, and dinner.....the bike is easy to ride, but the Honda CB300R, is much more comfy to ride......but not too hot for extended highway cruising....the 300R, likes 60-62 MPH......you can run it faster, but I wouldn't....the DUKE, likes 72-75 MPH.....will hold 72....or 75.....no issues....you can hang with big bikes, on the highway....the DUKE, is a good bike for a fella, or a gal, that ain't rode in a while....so is the Honda CB300R....but here's a layman's view, of both bikes, since I have ridden both.....the Honda CB300R....is an 1/8 mile bike....the DUKE....is a 1/4 mile bike.....ten seconds, and you're done.....but it's fun getting there.....the 300R, is a good bike, so don't get me wrong....kinda like climbing on a stick of butter....it feels great.....rides damned easy.....but I think the 300R, is more of a in-town, and brief highway stints....would be great for large city commuting....like DFW, OKC, etcetera.....or if ya live off a two-lane blacktop.....both the DUKE, and the 300R, are great bikes...but I think the KTM wins, as far as price, and feel....the Honda is much more comfortable to ride.....but like the salesman said at the bike shop......almost not enough.....but it's an awesome bike to just play with, if you haven't rode bikes in 15-20 years....like me....my big 1100 Sabre Cruiser, is broke, and it's in the shop....so I bought the duke, after a 14 mile test ride......I think the seat and the rear brake, could be better.....but it's a damned fun bike to ride.....even though it's kinda uncomfortable to ride, it's FUN....on two wheels.....the feel of an old Muscle Car, but not stupid fast.....both bikes carve up 2-lane roads very well....in some respects, the Honda kinda wins here....but the ability to change the ride, on the DUKE, is a plus....Insurance, in the states, is higher than a tree, on them DUKE's.....the Honda is waaaay cheaper to insure....a stiffer ride, on the duke, and a smooth ride on the 300R....both good bikes, but the DUKE, wins, Overall for me.....if KTM, could makes these bikes a bit more comfy.....they would sell better, I think....but I ain't got much to complain about....except the seat, and the rear brake.....the Honda is much better here, and feels easier to ride....I don't need an R6, or an R1.....my old 1100ES with a turbo, was plenty, 25-30 years ago....if ya wanna get back into ridin' bikes, give the DUKE a shot......I did....and bought the damned thing.....and don't regret it....

Excellent review, 97 people hate bikes

I think this is the bike that I want after seeing your review TMF. Brilliant. Keep up the good work.

Nice Test contence, cant wait for the KTM490 Review, thanks mate, stay safe !😊

56.7 miles in a gallon is approx 24.6 km in a litre..which is quite acceptable from a 390cc engine

Doesn't this have a one touch starter? You don't need to keep the button pressed, just one press and the Engine keeps cranking until it starts or 10 seconds. Please clearify.

Great job on the review Sir! Detailed enough and pleasant to watch.

thanks for all your videos, super clear in what you are saying and very informative, keep on doing them

please add a section where u hop on the bike and explain ergo and side view showing peg positions. bad hips and so hard to find a bike review showing legs

I own one of these here in India. Surprised to see all that is missing on the motorcycle as opposed to what you get in the India. Out of the factory i have got the hand guards, rear suspension mudflaps, grab rails and rear tire hugger. Knick-knacks really, but they do make the bike look much more premium and total than what it already is! Btw i noticed you have been cranking the bike by holding the start switch, it has the one touch feature. Habit?

Great review as always thanks again

Extremely helpful video. So thorough. You've got yourself a nice niche here if you repeat the process on more bikes (and hopefully scooters).

The fan noise is a deal breaker for me.

Nice bike, colours are a bit fisher price for me though, Also heard some head gasket horror stories, research before you buy!!!!

Thanks for the great review. Useful information for sure. Great detail. I'm purchasing the 390 Duke in spring of 2018 for city commuting

Thanks TMF! Great review, especially the wet weather and night riding. Great job 🤩👊

Got a bmw rs thinking about a ktm 690r .just got to convince the boss i need 2 bikes. lol

7:30 it sounded like the bike laughed at your joke :)

Thanks for the review, I'm getting back on bikes after years off. I love the looks and your review has cemented my decision to go for a 390 as a starter bike.

After approx 25 years off a bike I was looking for a re-introduction to biking. I was unsure about which bike to buy but after watching a couple of vids on KZfaq including this one by TMF, I bought a 2019 model 390 Duke a couple of months ago. Needless to say I’m really pleased with the bike; performance, handling, cornering, etc. And the brakes actually stop you, much different to my early days! Just needs a tail tidy and K&N for easy aesthetic and performance improvements. Keep up the KZfaq videos TMF, really enjoy them!

i really like this bike, but i also think that the honda cb500f for a bit more money is a good competitor

Awful warranty and it’s reputation for being unreliable keeps so many away. I sold mine due to endless issues. It’s a shame Ktm doesn’t even stand behind the whole bike under its warranty. That should let you know everything you need to know about ownership.... Not even they trust these things

Thanks for the good informational video my dude 👌. Posted 3 years ago but still helped me out

soooooo good review I am thinking about getting one and this was the best review I've watch

For anyone interested in this bike, KTM have pre-registered all their remaining 2017 stock and are selling them at £3099. Unbelievable bargain, I've just put a deposit down on mine!

Is there a temperature at which the fan kicks in?

Good morning TMF thank you for another super video and review, Take Care.

Best Duke 390 review in youtube. Thank you!!! You have helped me decide!

I bought Duke 390 so happy

Just curious why its bad form to fuel up whilst seated ? makes perfect sense to a lazy sod like me!

Thank you for this review and more power to you!

Have watched almost every video on youtube on this bike, this is the best review yet. Thank you sir.

TMF: the KTM of reviewers, top notch!

“...it could be woman handling of course.” 😂 My young son said, “ Don’t worry mom, I won’t break it, I’m woman handling it.”

Hi fella, so late to this party. Took me forever to scroll to the end of all your followers comments. Really proves your own comments in this review are so spot on, fantastic job! I am 53, living in Chiang Mai (Thailand) just took delivery of a 2019 Duke 390 (showroom bike) almost like new. Loving it so far, speed, feel & handling are great. Only glitch is the heat from that exhaust (wearing shorts) in Tropical Climate, hot fan blowing! Also quite grabby, snatchy in low revs revs in heavy traffic! Going to purchase Powertronic Fuelx Pro to try & remedy this problem. Also may try placing some heat wrap around nearside exhaust to try and stop a little heat from transferring to my left leg. Although still has that blower transferring hot air back to my legs. Other than the mentioned, finding the bike perfect for fun riding, especially the twisty mountains over here and commuting (in not so heavy traffic) keep up the great reviews, I've subscribed, look after yourself, buddy!

Very well presented. A pleasure to watch. N a big relief that you, having access to all models, appreciated this particular bike and that it is made in India. Thanks. I'm subscribed.

6:36 148kg is very light...

How much does it cost to buy?

I really appreciate the style of review you have done here. Not blind enthusiasm for a bike that has clearly earned it's fans, but measured reasoned praise for the good, and some well considered criticism for drawbacks and design quirks. Well done! I'm still waiting for a side by side review of the duke and the BMW 310R given how much they have in common, and perhaps adding in the versys 300 too. Maybe next year!

I Needed THIS video so much ! week ago I sold my ktm 200 cc , was riding it for a year. I want to move to higher CC and Im going to buy duke 390 and I was searching for videos and this popped up in recommendations . Thanks. Have Safe Rides Always ~ Good luckk !

Wow, I would agree, a 390 with only 50mpg.....Honda NC700 gets 70mpg. Great vid as usual, but this bike is a little stinker. Tons of these bikes second hand with only 200-400 miles. People buy them believing the hype, then see they are a revy little lawn mower engine. I would go straight to the MT09 if you like this style....or even MT07/BMW850.

Hi folks?? We are kids!!

awesome review ! Thank you ! also like the tool set in the background ( long drill ) :D . its always best to ride few bikes before buying

Quality video, thanks. With regard to the Bluetooth ,and listening to your music, not sure it's the best thing for a new rider. Your attention to what's going on around you is crucial whilst riding a motorbike, especially round town, and part of that is hearing what's happening. Having said that, we all love a gadget!! Ride safe.

TMF reviews are first class -simple! Honest, fair, considered and full of content. Hence sticking with a 20+ min review.... Top bloke and easy on the ear...

I'm writing from Turkey; thanks for the video, it's very helpful and has simple explanation almost everthing about duke 390.

Super solid review, buddy! I'm sold on it haha

You do a great review thank you I have bought 2 bikes in the last year with your help, great channel