Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024 vs. KTM 390 Duke 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024 vs KTM 390 Duke 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024 compared to KTM 390 Duke 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	83 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	68.2 HP	Engine power	44 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	65.7 Nm	Torque	35 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.8	Compression Ratio	12.6
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	373.2 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	125 mm	Travel	142 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	150 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	65 degree

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	230 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,367 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.4 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 650 40th Anniversary 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 390 Duke 2021

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.

Typical Duke ergonomics that are also suitable for taller riders

Extremely agile handling thanks to flyweight and narrow waist

Sporty engine with great handling

Modern TFT display with smartphone connectivity

Supermoto mode is a pleasure

Quickshifter (optional) works perfectly

Adjustable hand levers

Top price-performance ratio for A2 motorbike.

Chassis tuned a little too soft

pressure point of the brakes a little spongy