KTM have revealed details on their updated for 2017 390 Duke, with a raft of changes to the engine, chassis, suspension, brakes and electronics. No doubt motivated by needing to meet Euro4 requirements, KTM has gone all out.

Full details aren’t yet available, but here’s what we do know:

The 2017 390 Duke has been restyled to more closely resemble its larger sibling – the Super Duke R, with new bodywork, a 13.4L steel tank and LED headlight.

2017 KTM 390 Duke, Image courtesy of KTM by R. Schedl

2017 KTM 390 Duke, Image courtesy of KTM by R. Schedl

A Ride-by-Wire system has also been adopted for the powerful single-cylinder four stroke DOHC engine, with a three-way catalytic converter and balancer shaft. Another addition is also the slipper clutch further pushing the 390 Duke’s sporting claims.

Power from the updated donk is claimed at 32kW or 44hp @ 9000rpm, while a dry weight of 149kg is also boasted.

The frame has been updated with a new trellis frame, bolt-on rear sub-frame and lightweight die-cast aluminium swingarm.

Suspension has also been revamped with a set of WP Suspension 43mm open-cartridge forks promising impressive performance.

The single front disc brake remains, now with the Brembo caliper mated to a larger 320mm rotor for improved braking performance, and backed up as standard by ABS. Levers are also adjustable.

Other changes include the inclusion of a TFT multi-function display, with redesigned rider and pillion seats and a new side-mounted single exhaust muffler.

2017 KTM 390 Duke

2017 KTM 390 Duke

2017 KTM 390 Duke new features:

  • Single-cylinder 373.2cc four-stroke, EFI, balancer shaft, slipper clutch, RbW, DLC coated cam followers
  • 32kW (44hp) @9000rpm power output
  • Ultralight trellis frame
  • Bolt-on sub-frame
  • Lightweight die-cast aluminium swingarm
  • 43mm open-cartridge WP Suspension forks
  • Brembo single disc front brake, 320mm rotor
  • LED headlight
  • Multifunction TFT display
  • Adjustable levers
  • Larger 13.4L steel tank
  • New bodywork
  • Revised rider and pillion seats
  • Side-mounted exhaust system
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