KTM Duke - quality?

[Schnellmann]

Considering buying a KTM Duke 390

Any thoughts on the bike (particularly the quality)?

[Schnellmann]

Thanks for the comments. Too very contrasting experiences!

[Schnellmann]

I think I will go for it. Doesn't seem like there is much else on the market that fits my needs: everything else either bigger, heavier and more powerful or too weedy (prefer something that doesn't struggle to keep up with traffic but don't want or need something too fast).

[Schnellmann]

I've bought one. Will have to see how it works out. Would have liked to have more options but it seems to be in a class by itself.

[Schnellmann]

HertsBiker said:

Well done, they are great to ride despite my misgivings. Do yourself a huge favour and buy the comfort seat. If I'd taken mine off I'd have let you have it for free.


They really are a fun thing. Careful when cleaning the instruments, they scratch super easy. The factory fit engine bars are good, but you have to hack saw the bobbins off or they hit your shins. I cut mine off and laquered the bars. You can also unbolt the pillion pegs which looks way better. And welcome to stoppy town....! The front brake isn't much cop over 80, but at 20, squeeze it as hard as you can for a wonderful reverse wheelie.

Have fun, and I hope the problems that I had don't affect you.

Thanks for the tips

You just answered a question I had - whether you can do a stoppie with ABS