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All Bikes/Compare/Ktm 390 Duke vs Suzuki Gixxer 250

Ktm 390 Duke vs Suzuki Gixxer 250

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Ktm 390 Duke vs Suzuki Gixxer 250. Ktm 390 Duke: 44 hp @ 9,000 rpm (2023+ model; earlier models ~43 hp) hp, 171 kg (wet/curb weight – 2023 model; earlier models approx. 169 kg) weight, top speed 167 km/h (est. – note: varies slightly by year/market), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Suzuki Gixxer 250: Approximately 26 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated based on available data) hp, Approximately 166–169 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed Approximately 145–155 km/h (estimated, varies by conditions), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Ktm 390 Duke Suzuki Gixxer 250
Horsepower (hp)
44 hp
26 hp
Torque (Nm)
39 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
167 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
171 kg
166 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
44 hp @ 9,000 rpm (2023+ model; earlier models ~43 hp)
Approximately 26 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated based on available data)
Torque
39 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Approximately 22 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (estimated based on available data)
Top Speed
167 km/h (est. – note: varies slightly by year/market)
Approximately 145–155 km/h (estimated, varies by conditions)
Weight
171 kg (wet/curb weight – 2023 model; earlier models approx. 169 kg)
Approximately 166–169 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5–4.5 L/100km (approx. 22–28 km/L, real-world average)
Approximately 3.2–3.8 L/100km (26–31 km/L, real-world estimate)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Ktm 390 Duke
Ktm 390 Duke
8.0/10

"Brilliant urban weapon when bought carefully from a responsible previous owner."

Pros
+Savage power-to-weight ratio
+Excellent Bosch cornering ABS
+Sharp, adjustable WP suspension
Cons
Fragile subframe cracks easily
Vibration gets tiring long-distance
Hard seat punishes after 45min
Suzuki Gixxer 250
Suzuki Gixxer 250
7.5/10

"A sharp, unpretentious used buy that rewards careful inspection."

Pros
+Punchy single-cylinder engine
+Excellent fuel economy
+Confidence-inspiring neutral handling
Cons
Seat foam degrades quickly
Fairing panels feel flimsy
Vibes above 7,000rpm

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MC Front Rear Brake Pads for KTM Duke 125 200 250 390 Brakes 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 Duke 390/250/200/125 FA213 FA606 MC0560
Brake Pads
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NICHE Gold 520 X-Ring Chain 118 Links with Connecting Master Link
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NICHE Gold 520 X-Ring Chain 118 Links with Connecting Master Link
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KTM/Motorex Oil Change kit for 250/390 engines
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