2017 KTM Duke 390 spotted on test in India

So here it is! Spotted for the first time on Indian soil, the upcoming 2017 KTM Duke 390. The spy shots clearly reveal most of what has changed on the Duke and further confirm previous scoops. And yes, the entire Duke range - 125, 200, 250, 390 - will most likely feature these updates.

Starting with the cosmetics, the new spy shots confirm that the upcoming Duke hosts major visual changes including a reshaped fuel tank and side panels, and updated seat unit, large instrument cluster and a reworked subframe. The side panels, a new addition, look considerably lengthy and keep the edgy styling of the motorcycle intact. The previous scoop also revealed the new headlight, which could be a unit similar to the one on the latest spy shots of the Bajaj Pulsar VS400.

Furthermore, the motorcycle seems to have lost its mid-panel to reveal more of the naked trellis frame and the new subframe. The rear, as seen in the last set of spy shots has been completely redesigned with it now featuring a sharper rake and an integrated taillight.

Beneath the mini-Superduke styling, reports suggest there’s also a host of engine updates to the 390 model to meet new Euro-4 regulations. The single-cylinder engine has been reworked to give a more stable combustion and more efficient fuel delivery with the latest engine management systems not only giving more power but also increased fuel economy.

We will likely see this completely reworked Duke hit the market sometime in 2017. Also expect this mini-Superduke to be priced marginally higher than the outgoing model.

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