SPIED: India-spec 2023 KTM 390 Duke In All Its Glory

Come on KTM, launch it already!

(Update: KTM has launched the 2024 390 Duke and 250 Duke at really competitive prices)

Shortly after breaking the news on its console, an uncovered spy shot of the India-spec 2023 KTM 390 Duke has been leaked. This has provided a clearer idea of the bike's appearance.

The overall posture has become considerably more menacing, and that's definitely a positive. However, upon closer inspection, one can't help but notice that the LED headlight, which looked futuristic on the previous model, now sports an awkward shape on the 2023 version. The once sleek LED indicators now protrude a bit, and the noticeable gap between the console and the headlight looks rather peculiar.

Putting aside its quirky aesthetics, what lies beneath is what truly matters. KTM is likely to equip the next-gen 390 Duke with a retuned engine offering even more performance, along with improved refinement and tractability. The bike also boasts a new cast aluminum subframe, reminiscent of the one found on the 890 Duke, and bionic wheels akin to the updated RC lineup.

Similar to the new-gen RC 390, the 390 Duke is expected to be priced higher than the current model’s Rs 2.97 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) sticker. We estimate that the upcoming 390 Duke could carry an ex-showroom price of around Rs 3.20 lakh, and might be introduced later this year.