2+ User votes help you to compare Honda CB300R and KTM 390 Duke.
Honda has entered the ever-growing 300cc segment with the CB300R and for Rs 2.41 lakh (ex-showroom), it doesn’t come cheap. In this segment, you have intense competition brewing between brands like Bajaj, TVS and now Honda is the latest to put itself in the ring. Well, we do know that the KTM Duke 390 is the most frantic single-cylinder bike in its segment currently. Honda is long known for not making any attempts to update the CBR250R all this while but seems like it is all going to change soon with the launch of the CB300R. The CB300R comes to India as a CKD unit which defines that the component quality is going to be second to none. Honda’s are always known to perform better than what is on paper, the CBR250R is a prime example. Considering it is a CKD Honda, maintenance should be hassle-free and one could expect this motorcycle to be extremely reliable. We’ll give you all the details in this comparison to make the decision making easier.
Bike Name | Top Speed | Ex-showroom GST Price, New Delhi |
Honda CB300R | 160 kmph | ₹ 2,41,000 |
KTM 390 Duke | 148 kmph | ₹ 2,43,955 |
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Let’s Take a Look at the Table for Honda CB300R and KTM 390 Duke Specifications:
Specifications |
Honda CB300R |
KTM 390 Duke |
|
Engine |
Engine Type |
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, SI Engine |
1-Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine |
Displacement |
286 cc |
373.2 cc |
|
Power |
30.45 PS @ 8000 rpm |
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm |
|
Torque |
27.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
37 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
|
Bore Value |
76 mm |
89 mm |
|
Stroke Value |
63 mm |
60 mm |
|
No. of Cylinders |
1 |
1 |
|
Valves (per cylinder) |
4 |
4 |
|
Compression Ratio |
10.7:1 |
12.6:1 |
|
Ignition Value |
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Drive Type |
Chain Drive |
Chain Drive |
|
Start System |
Electric Start |
Self Start |
|
Top Speed |
160 kmph |
148 kmph |
|
Fuel Zone |
Fuel Type |
Petrol |
Petrol |
Fuel Capacity |
10.0-litres |
13.4-litres |
|
Mileage |
31 kmpl |
35 kmpl |
|
Transmission |
Type |
Manual |
Manual |
No. Of Gears |
6 |
6 |
|
Gear Shift Pattern |
1-Down 5-UP |
1-Down 5-UP |
|
Clutch Value |
Multiplate Wet Clutch |
PASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated |
|
Measurements |
Kerb Weight |
147 kg |
149 kg |
LengthxWidthxHeight |
2082x888x1053 |
2145x760x800 |
|
Wheelbase |
1344 mm |
1357 mm |
|
Ground Clearance |
151 mm |
185 mm |
|
Safety |
Front Brakes |
296mm Disc |
320mm Disc |
Rear Brakes |
220mm Disc |
230mm Disc |
|
Front Suspension |
USD Telescopic Fork |
WP upside-down Ø 43 mm |
|
Rear Suspension |
Monoshock |
WP Monoshock |
|
Tyres |
Tyre Type |
Tubeless |
Tubeless |
Tyre Size (Front) |
110/70 R17 M/C (54H) |
110/70 X 17 |
|
Tyre Size (Rear) |
150/60 R17 M/C (66H) |
150/60 X 17 |
|
Wheels Type |
Alloy |
Alloy |
|
Wheel Size |
Front :-17 inch, Rear :-17 inch |
Front :-17 inch, Rear :-17 inch |
|
Electricals |
Battery |
12V-7AH |
12V |
Head Lamp |
LED |
LED Head Lamp |
|
Others |
Colors |
|
|
Price After GST |
Ex-Showroom New Delhi |
₹ 2,41,000 |
₹ 2,43,955 |
Verdict:- In terms of both these naked bikes, if you’re looking for power, Duke 390 is your bike, for basic riding needs, the Honda CB300R can easily fit in. The KTM Duke 390 clearly has an advantage over the Honda CB300R in almost every aspect. But here are few reasons why we think the CB300R is a good alternative. After sales service and spares availability is the key for Honda and this motorcycle has the potential to grab some market share.