2026 KTM 390 Duke

2026 KTM 390 Duke

The KTM 390 DUKE turns the world around you into a gymkhana that's all your own. This middle-weight bruiser brings exceptional agility, light handling, and punchy performance to the street, and it's prepared to tackle any twists or turns. With state-of-the-art rider aids, an all-new frame, adjustable suspension - plus an aggressive new look - the KTM 390 DUKE holds the crown for slicing up asphalt.

Features may include:

• ADJUSTABILITY

The KTM 390 DUKE's 43 mm WP APEX open cartridge fork, adjustable for compression and rebound, makes it easy to dial in that perfect balance as you charge down your favorite piece of tarmac or slide through tight corners marked out by cones. Out back, the WP APEX Separate piston shock absorber also offers rebound and preload settings for striking the ideal blend of comfort and traction.

• ENGINE

The KTM 390 DUKE gets the newest generation of LC4c engines, bulking up with 399 cc of displacement, more power, smoother acceleration, and less overall weight compared with the previous generation. Building on years of experience with small engines, the KTM 390 DUKE now also gets an improved gearbox and an optimized cylinder head, and it's prepared to adopt EURO5+ emission standards. And did we mention it's also READY TO RACE?

• FOOTPEGS

Thanks to lightweight forged aluminum footpeg hangers and grippy footpegs, riders are ensured unbroken grip as they bang through the gears, and high-end CNC-machined footpegs can be found in the KTM PowerParts catalog.

• FRAME

Built in 2 pieces, the frame pairs a steel trellis main frame with a pressure die-cast aluminum subframe. Mounting the rear shock absorber off-center allows a larger airbox and lowers the seat height, while it also contributes to the DUKE's aggressive stance. The design isn't just about looks: its primary goal is to enhance vehicle dynamics through increased torsional rigidity, improved agility, and enhanced feedback from the chassis.