Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 Vs KTM Duke 390: Which One To Choose? – Bike news

Royal Enfield generated a healthy buzz on the internet when the company launched the Guerilla 450 last week. Based on the Himalayan 450, the roadster competes with a wide segment of motorcycles in the 400-500cc segment. One of the Guerilla’s main competitors is the KTM 390 Duke.

Let’s take a detailed analysis of how the Guerilla 450 fares against the Duke 390 in terms of specifications, features and pricing. We will find out which of the two is the better buy.

Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 Vs KTM Duke 390: Dimensions

The Guerilla 450 is heavier than the KTM Duke 390 and also sits lower than the latter at 169mm. The Guerilla also offers a more accessible seat height of 780mm. However, we don’t have details on the Duke’s length, width, height and wheelbase.

Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 Vs KTM Duke 390: Engine Specs

Both motorcycles are powered by a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed gearbox. The Guerrilla 450 uses the same 452cc single-cylinder Sherpa engine as the Himalayan, while the KTM Duke 390 uses the new-generation 399cc single-cylinder unit. The KTM Duke 390 makes more power than the Guerrilla 450, but the torque values ​​are identical. Both bikes get a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper and assist clutch.

Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 Vs KTM Duke 390: Hardware

KTM is also big in the hardware department, offering several premium components, especially the suspension setup. The Austrian brand offers a fully adjustable suspension setup both front and rear. The Guerilla 450 is based on a double steel tubular frame, while the new generation Duke is based on a more modern steel trellis frame. The rest of the Guerilla’s components are on par with the KTM Duke 390.

Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 Vs KTM Duke 390: Features

The KTM Duke 390 boasts a superior feature set with full LED lights, a five-inch TFT display, adjustable suspension and advanced electronics like traction control and quick shifting. The Guerrilla 450 offers LED lights, riding modes and a feature-rich 4.0-inch TFT instrument cluster with Google Maps integration, riding modes and ride-by-wire throttle, but lacks the extensive electronic aids of its rival .

Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 Vs KTM Duke 390: Price

The Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 is available in three variants priced between Rs 2.39 lakh and Rs 2.54 lakh, while the Duke 390 is available in a single variant priced at Rs 3.11 lakh (all with prices ex-showroom).