KTM 390 Duke vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Should you buy KTM 390 Duke or Husqvarna Motorcycles Vitpilen 250 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. KTM 390 Duke price in is Rs 2,84,116 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Husqvarna Motorcycles Vitpilen 250 price in is Rs 2,27,111 (ex-showroom). The engine in the 390 Duke makes 41.5 PS and 33.5 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Vitpilen 250 stand at 31 PS and 25 Nm respectively. KTM offers the 390 Duke in 3 colours whereas the Husqvarna Motorcycles Vitpilen 250 comes in 1 colours. Out of 46 user reviews, Vitpilen 250 scores 4.1 whereas the KTM 390 Duke tallies 4.2 out of 5 based on 2 user reviews..

390 Duke vs Vitpilen 250

Key Highlights	390 Duke	Vitpilen 250
Mileage	-	31 kmpl
Max Power	41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm	31 PS @ 9500 rpm
Body Type	Sports Naked Bikes	Cafe Racer Bikes
Engine Type	4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine	Liquid Cooled, SOHC

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Basic Information	KTM 390 Duke	Husqvarna Vitpilen 250
On-Road Price	Rs.3,20,313* Onwards	Rs.2,57,788* Onwards
Mileage	-	31 kmpl
Max Power	41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm	31 PS @ 9500 rpm
User Rating	4.2 Based on KTM 390 Duke Reviews	4.1 Based on Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Naked Bikes	Cafe Racer Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 9,262 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 7,051 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.13,468 390 Duke Insurance	Rs.12,509 Vitpilen 250 Insurance
Colours	Liquid CarbonAtlantic BlueGun Metal GreyView All Colours	WhiteView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Brochure not available

Basic Information

KTM 390 Duke

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

On-Road Price

Rs.3,20,313* Onwards

Rs.2,57,788* Onwards

Mileage

31 kmpl

Max Power

41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm

31 PS @ 9500 rpm

User Rating

4.2

Based on KTM 390 Duke Reviews

4.1

Based on Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Naked Bikes

Cafe Racer Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 9,262

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 7,051

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.13,468
390 Duke Insurance

Rs.12,509
Vitpilen 250 Insurance

Colours

Liquid CarbonAtlantic BlueGun Metal GreyView All Colours

WhiteView All Colours

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine	Liquid Cooled, SOHC
Displacement	349.32 cc	249.07 cc
Number Of Cylinders	1	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	4	4
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	-	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Gearbox	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	89 mm	72 mm
Stroke	56.15 mm	61.1 mm
Compression Ratio	12.68:1	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm	25 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine

Liquid Cooled, SOHC

Displacement

349.32 cc

249.07 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	Yes	Yes
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Navigation	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold	No	-
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Split	Single
Body Graphics	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	-
Distance To Empty	Yes	Yes
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Features and Safety
Switchable ABS	Yes	-
Service Due Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Street	Rain,Street
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Launch Control	Yes	-
Quickshifter	Yes	Yes
Additional Features/Information	Cornering ABS, SuperMoto ABS, Track Screen, Ride-by-Wire	-
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	-
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Features and Safety

Switchable ABS

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Rain,Street

Performance
Overall Mileage	-	31 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	-	150 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

31 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

150 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	15 L	13.5 L
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	-	2.7 L
Ground Clearance	183 mm	177 mm
Wheelbase	1354 mm	1368 mm
Kerb Weight	168.3 kg	163.8 kg
Seat height	800 mm	820 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

15 L

13.5 L

Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity

2.7 L

Ground Clearance

183 mm

177 mm

Wheelbase

1354 mm

1368 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	-
Alternator	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	320 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Size	240 mm	230 mm
Tyre Brand	Apollo	-

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

320 mm

Rear Brake Size

240 mm

230 mm

Tyre Brand

Apollo

Underpinnings
Frame	Split-Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Rear Frame	New Steel-trellis fram and subframx

Underpinnings

Frame

Split-Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Rear Frame

New Steel-trellis fram and subframx

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

KTM 390 Duke
- Much more affordable than the 390 Duke R
- Feature-loaded to the gills
- Adjustable suspension available as standard
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250
- Strong brake bite.
- KISKA styling is eye-catching.
- Powerful and refined motor.

KTM 390 Duke
- Misses out on the raw KTM performance
- Polarising design isn’t to everyone’s liking
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250
- 842mm seat height is difficult to access for short riders.
- Tiny pillion seat.
- Small 9.5-litre fuel tank and low fuel efficiency limits range.
- Committed riding position won’t please all.

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Husqvarna Vitpilen 250
Rs.2,27,111^* Onwards
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Rs.2,27,111^* Onwards
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Rs.2,27,111^* Onwards
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Rs.1,82,174^* Onwards
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Rs.2,27,111^* Onwards
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User Reviews of Comparison

390 Duke
Vitpilen 250

M
mrinmoy on May 01, 2026
4.3
Awesome Product by KTM, this time they understand the Indian market very well.
If you are buying this motorcycle directly and have not driven a 390cc before, then this 350cc engine will give you the best performance. All the features are the same. Only the engine has a little less power, but that 4-5 bhp is not noticeable. However, the torque is a little noticeable, but as I said, if you have not driven a 390, you will not be able to understand the difference.
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M
maaz on Apr 25, 2026
4.2
Power rocket
To be honest, I was confused between this and the the Triumph speed 400 but the 390 is just a different vibe. It's got an aggressive look that stands out in the college parking, plus in mumbai u need that instant power to gap vehicles. Nothing in this budget gives you this much performance , power , feel and technology its a beast!!.The acceleration is very unreal , but the enginge gets quite hot when you're stuck at a signal for too long. Suspension is a bit stiff, so you'll feel the mumbai potholes , but on highsway its very stable. Handling is very light yess but keep in mind its not a family bike. its for people who love speed and beginners pls stay away cuz power delivery is very sharppp. Best 400cc . Best for long rides and joyriding. Crazy beast for real
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5 10
KTM 390 Duke Reviews

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G
gunavarshith on Aug 16, 2025
2.8
Concerns over seating ,mileage and maintainence
I have concerns over seating posture of this bike i am 6 feet and it feels like my whole upper body weight falls on the handle and it feels like u are riding a heavy vehicle but not bike ,coming to mileage they said it gives 31 kmpl but it only gives 23-25 kmpl which is very less for a 250cc and high maintainence cost
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1 6
V
vipul on Apr 18, 2025
5.0
Really Awesome.
It's A really Good And Powerfull Machine. 155+ Sppwd n 31klm mailage. I hope this is a best 250cc bike in the segment. Nice and powerful machin.i am using last 1 years but it's steel awesome. With the power 31ps n the Torq it's really powerfull. And best looking bike. I love this machin really nice
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3
M
manideep on Feb 02, 2025
4.0
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Review: A Stylish Café Race
The Vitpilen 250 is a great urban motorcycle with striking looks and strong performance, but it’s best suited for solo riders who prioritize style and agility over comfort and practicality. If you’re okay with a slightly aggressive riding position and stiffer suspension, it’s a fantastic machine to own and enjoy.
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2
P
pranav on Dec 02, 2024
4.3
Ownership experience of Husqvarna svartpilen
I own the Husqvarna svartpilen 250 the bike has an excellent punch of performance and is even slick to use in city roads. It's seat height might be a problem for some and it's ground clearance is an issue while driving with a pillion on board. Overall i loved the looks and perforce of the bike and stands out of the crowd.
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A
amit on Oct 24, 2024
4.2
VITPILEN 250 is quite fancy
The appearance of Husqvarna VITPILEN 250 is quite fancy. The bike is very strong and is equipped with a 250CC engine. It roars to life with an astonishing sound. I love the classic aspect of it. Retro style with a very unique powerful 250 cc engine in the market today. This bike rules the road.
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FAQs on KTM 390 Duke and Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Q) Which bike is better KTM 390 Duke or Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?

A) As per our average user rating, KTM 390 Duke has a score of 4.2/5 while Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 has rate of 4.1 /5.

Q) Which bike among KTM 390 Duke and Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is cheaper?

A) KTM 390 Duke price starts at Rs 2,84,116 & Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 price starts at Rs 2,27,111 in Delhi . Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is cheaper between these.

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