KTM 390 Duke 2022 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

KTM 390 Duke 2022

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023
Overview - KTM 390 Duke 2022 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

KTM 390 Duke 2022

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023
Technical Specifications KTM 390 Duke 2022 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 390 Duke 2022

The KTM 390 Duke is a "real" Duke. The trademark: Extremely agile handling that makes for powerful riding fun. The flyweight 390 can be precisely controlled with its narrow waist and wide handlebars and feels most at home in tight corners. Especially with the Supermoto mode, it is a fun machine without equal. Unfortunately, only the brakes and suspension of the 390 cannot maintain the same, very high performance level as on the 125 Duke or 890 Duke. They feel a bit spongy and not optimally tuned, especially when the rider weighs in a bit more. The equipment is otherwise tip-top, especially when you consider the price of the 390 Duke. In terms of riding pleasure/euros, it outperforms most, including its Duke sisters.
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.