This Custom KTM 390 Duke Is Ready To Race!
Rajputana Custom’s latest work of art sheds the Austrian naked’s modern appeal for a retro-themed racer
Rajputana Custom’s latest work of art sheds the Austrian naked’s modern appeal for a retro-themed racer
When you think of KTM, you seldom think of smooth lines and retro vibes (they have that covered with the Husqvarnas). From the 1290 Super Duke R to the RC 125, it is fair to say that the brand’s design language is far from conventional. But in the hands of Jaipur-based Rajputana Customs, the 390 Duke has been transformed into a retro-looking machine ready to clock serious lap times.
Christened the Kush, this Duke leaves almost no trace of its life as the orange crotch rocket it once was. The bike features a new fascia, tank, a stubbier subframe, wire-spoked rims and a custom exhaust system. That’s isn’t all--once a naked, the bike now gets clip-on handlebars and racing slicks. And though it might seem weird, Rajputana isn’t new to building retro-themed track machines (remember the Vigilante?). It should be a hoot to ride around the track, especially with KTM’s cracker of an engine and the precise chassis coupled with the weight loss in the transformation.
The bike gets twin LED bars in place of the headlight and a pair of auxiliary lights mounted onto the frame. The subframe gets a unique tail light with four LED bars stacked horizontally. However, the bike doesn’t seem to sport indicators, mirrors, front fender and sports slicks, making its street legality questionable.
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Rajputana has given a slight update to the braking as well. Replacing the stock front brake system is the new master cylinder and lever from Brembo. However, the disc as well as the caliper seem to be stock.
Mechanically, the Kush hasn’t been tinkered with. It continues to be powered by the 373cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine belting 43.5PS and 37Nm. The engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox which is paired with a slip and assist clutch as well as a bi-directional quickshifter (2020 model onwards).
Though Rajputana Customs hasn’t disclosed the pricing of this project, going by the exquisite paint job and the extensive list of updates, it looks like one expensive mod job.
KTM 390 Duke (2017-2023) User Reviews
This is very powerful bike. I would not recommend to any beginner. The acceleration is very strong you can ride smoothly from this on the road that is the most loved thing i like riding this bike. Overall is very exciting machine to ride daily as it is very easy to maintain and ride. Enjoy your ride with this.
I choosed duke 390 because of its raw power and it's stylish, look and it has good features at this price point. And it looks way better than other bikes and back in 2021.There was no such bike as this so I chose this bike This bike goes crazy. It has crazy power and the suspension on it also is a stiff you can adjust it so it's good and the breaking on the bike is very good till now I love it. and the quick shifter also is really very good. I would recommend this bike to every guy who wants raw power and good features at this price point because ktm is really very good bike but if you're a beginner, then I think you should get a duke250 cause. This bike goes crazy you can crash . .But it's in your hands if you can handle it or no.
Basically duke 390 is a worthy of money & it's designated style. I'm happy to have it. Sometimes it's service may be charged some exceptional bt btw duke 390 always on peak. So i suggest that everyone should try this and experience what's in it. I love my duke 390 so much.. So guys when u have guts to overcome something then just do it.
Not good looking but still this is value for buyer because this cast is too low and worth for every rupees anybody want to this bike please try this one and it is worth for your money to buy and you will some extra money to change the bike is beautiful looking and very grateful ride experience for every buyer
Duke is my dream bike and his frechere are very good And his design are gorgeous his modifications are means not can to tell