Quick Comparison: KTM 390 Duke vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

KTM 390 Duke vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 (Quick Comparison): KTM 390 Duke serves as the base for Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 as both the bikes are using a powerful 373cc motor with several additions and subtractions based on the body type. KTM 390 Duke uses a streetfighter body style with sharp LED headlight, extended tank panels and raised rear seat that complements the front design. On the other hand, Husqvarna Vitpilen comes with cafe racer body style with spoke wheels, chopped rear section with a flat seat and all-black frame for an elegant presence. The headlight seen on Vitpilen is round and futuristic while exhaust is also different on the Husqvarna models.

KTM 390 Duke is priced at INR 2,43,955 while Husqvarna is expected to be priced around INR 2.75 lakh (ex-showroom). The premium placement of Vitpilen will help the brand save KTM sales or otherwise both the products will affect the sales of each other in India. Also, the launch of Husqvarna in India will result in local production for the country and improved exports from the Bajaj’s factory in Chakan. The difference in both the models can be seen in terms of weight as Husqvarna Vitpilen weighs 6 kg less in comparison to the already decent Duke 390. As per the latest details available, Bajaj will launch the Husqvarna bikes in India in 2020.

KTM 390 Duke vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

Engine & Gearbox

390 Duke

• Displacement: 373cc
• Cooling Type: Liquid-Cooled
• Max. Power: 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
• Max. Torque: 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
• Gearbox: 6-Speed
• Fuel System: Fuel Injection

Vitpilen 401

• Displacement: 373cc
• Cooling Type: Liquid-Cooled
• Max. Power: 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
• Max. Torque: 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
• Gearbox: 6-Speed
• Fuel System: Fuel Injection

Brakes & Suspension

390 Duke

• Front Brake: 320mm Single Disc
• Rear Brake: 230mm Single Disc
• Bosch 9.1MB 2-Channel ABS
• Front Suspension: WP USD Forks
• Rear Suspension: WP Monoshock

Vitpilen 401

• Front Brake: 320mm Single Disc
• Rear Brake: 230mm Single Disc
• Bosch 9.1MB 2-Channel ABS
• Front Suspension: WP USD Forks
• Rear Suspension: WP Monoshock

Dimensions & Weight

KTM 390 Duke vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

390 Duke

• Ground Clearance – 185 mm
• Seat Height – 830 mm
• Dry Weight – 155 kg
• Wet Weight – 163 kg
• Wheelbase – 1357 mm
• Fuel Tank Capacity – 13.5 litres

Vitpilen 401

• Ground Clearance – 170 mm
• Seat Height – 835 mm
• Dry Weight – 148 kg
• Wet Weight – 157 kg
• Wheelbase – 1357 mm
• Fuel Tank Capacity – 9.5 litres

Tyres & Frame

390 Duke

• Front Tyre – 110/70-17
• Rear Tyre – 150/60-17
• Frame – Trellis Frame

Vitpilen 401

• Front Tyre – 110/70-17
• Rear Tyre – 150/60-17
• Frame – Trellis Frame

Ex-Showroom Price

• KTM 390 Duke: INR 2.44 Lakh
• Vitpilen 401: INR 2.75 Lakh (Expected)