KTM has achieved something remarkable with the 390 Duke. As an Asian-built bike, this represents a mid-sized motorcycle in those markets, and as such, it has many of the features that you might find on a much larger motorcycle. Therefore, as a new rider, you can experience many of the perks of an advanced bike in a scaled-down package, making this a great gateway motorcycle for beginners or a well-equipped nippy number for the city commuter.
The 390 Duke is a naked street bike that covers most bases without being overly complicated. Dubbed “The Corner Rocket” by KTM itself, it is nimble without being overpowered, has six gears, a balanced riding position, and an affordable price tag of $5,899. For this, you are treated to lightweight upside-down forks, LED lights, rider assists that include ABS as standard and a “Supermoto” braking mode, and plenty of onboard technology.
Information is relayed to the rider via a colorful TFT display, which is uncommon in a motorcycle within this price range. This adapts to various lighting conditions to eliminate glare, is programmable via a four-way handlebar-mounted menu switch, and presents a gear indicator, speedometer, tachometer, fuel level, and various trip data via its smart interface.
The KTM Duke 390 leaves little to be desired and even looks great with its brand-typical bright-orange frame poking through a modern, aggressively-styled faring. It ticks most of the boxes that a new rider will require and even throws in a few bonus features, leaving you no doubt as to why this is considered one of the best beginner motorcycles.
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