Happy you didn't run out of gas and become chase on 2 feet. I love singles for round town but highway riding is... unsatisfying. I like the previous model's front end better but overall a good looking little bike. Thanks for the review
OC. Lots of people say they go with Ninja400 because of the aftermarket and the power difference. OBJECTIVELY, though, the RC390 is a complete package out of the box for beginners on the track. It has an IMU so its traction control and ABS are lean sensitive (for cornering). Front forks and rear shock are adjustable. It has a quick shifter (up and down), which is optional in some countries, and may feel clunky. You don't need to tinker with this bike before the track. It is ready to race.
@@Juuul89this. I own an RC390 GP edition and a ridding buddy of mine owns a 450ss, the 450 only goes 10 mph faster than the RC390, however because it is 2 cylinders it does a little bit better on the highway but the RC390 also does seriously good on the highways I don't have a problem with my bike!
I have the 2022 RC 390 (basicallly identical to the 2023) with almost 6k miles on the clock and i have no complaints with the brakes, more than enough for me but i dont have much experience when comparing it to other bikes. I do agree with your windshield opinion, doesnt feel like it offers enough wind protection for its size.
First thing I did off the dealer lot was make sure the brakes went through proper Break in I think the brakes are great you feel like you’re going to lift over the front of the bike if you grab too much and my uncle with a little bit more riding experience said the exact same thing when he rode my bike. I hardly ever use more than two fingers and with the amount of Engine breaking it has it slows down really fast
Cant wait for the new duke 390 for 2024. Have you checked it out on TH-cam? First one with entirely new engine with bigger displacement (399cc from 379)😂
I own one, I got it 7 weeks ago and have 2700 kms on it. The power gets better after the 1000k (600miles) and the brakes do get better after bedding in.
Was this before or after the break in period? The revs are limited until around 750 miles - Edit - I finished the video and realized there are only 50 miles on the bike. Once you pass the break in period the bike becomes much more alive. Brakes are also more than enough.
Very fun ride with a few tweaks really wakes up. I’d have to have spare cash to get one it would be an alternative ride for me. Back issues after decades makes this a “good back day” bike 🤷♂️
I don't have brand loyalties. The C8 is the first Corvette that has ever even registered for me. I think it's really the FIRST true Corvette but, that GT.... The only car I'd like to have more is the McLaren P1.
I don’t know what the problem is, I can climb to speed within seconds each time I hop on the highway. In fact I can easily see a century plus a dime whenever I want. Mines a 2017 390 Duke, just so everyone knows.
I went to the dealership to look at a Grom and ended up picking one of these beauties up and it's amazing how nimble it is. My other ride is a Honda Fury and I wanted something that was the polar opposite to expand my riding experience. It's a total blast. Packed with tech for what it is and funky, fun little machine.
Personally I own one of these 2023 RC390's and when you tune them WOW are they amazing! I've got a FuelxLite Autotuner as the stock bike runs lean a lot, a full DominatoR exhaust system, a DNA air filter lid cover and an R&G tail tidy, but the tune makes this bike WAY different. Also I did notice in this video that the bike was still in the break in mode, as the rev limiter was blinking at 7,000rpms. But after 600 miles and it's first service KTM removes that setting and the bike fully unlocks and it can handle the highways fine. And this isn't even getting into all the features on this motorcycle! Backlit controls, full TFT display, of course the ABS and TC, WP front forks and suspension that have customizable rebound/damping and compression and has an optional quick shifter up AND DOWN! This bike really is ready to race from factory!
My daily driver is an R3, and I love it, but I've had the chance to try the RC390 on track day, and wow I might even like it more there. It felt about 90% like the R3, but the single cylinder punished at low rpm and forced me to go faster and better, and it was so light. I drove my fastest laps on it. Makes me want to get my own for the track :D Though I guess this very thing makes the R3 more comfortable in the street, it has very even performance, and handles traffic jams quite well (better than I do, I much prefer taking diversions on the motorway to spending 20 minutes holding the clutch in 2nd gear).
People who are worried about 40hp and highways have nothing to fear. My cb500f makes 48hp, about the same hp/kg as this bike. I had no problem getting to 120kmh, and (it wasn't quick) no problem getting from 120-150-170kmh. No problem for the Autobahn
i own a 2023 RC 390 and it has run 6800km and i would say they are one of the best breaks i have ever experienced . from my side they bit really hard and stop were i want it to stop . the breaks have saved my life multiple times 😂😂😂
If Aprillia can beat cf-moto and it's front brembo and dash gismos, yes. If not it's gonna be tough, because the cbr500r (as much as Yammie hates it) is a really good bike, and one which will probably last forever. Would keep my 2018 500f if I didn't get the taste of the 650's 4cyl sound.
@@Daniel-dj7fh those inline 4s are so amazing! Fully considering the cb650r and zx4rr solely for sound. And they’re also great bikes! I just worry about the corporate feeling Honda provides. But I wouldn’t know because I haven’t ridden one
I'm also really considering exactly both bikes too also just because of sound lmaooo I've ridden the cb650r (the naked one) and it blasted my nuts off, was way more fun than the new hornet. And with the cb500f under my ass for the past 5years all I can complain is that the Honda dealers are abit pricey here in Frankfurt. Other than that everything is problem free.@@a3okan690
Yamaha is 1000cc rc 390 is offcourse 390cc. Ktm is complete package of pocket power with best of best technology which is missing in most of litre class bikes too. Show me bike with 400cc segment with technology as much as ktm
I would love to get a ktm either rc390 or duke 390 but it sucks we’re forced to stick with an almost all orange bike which I’m not into at all (dodgers fan)
Get the bike if you like it then first modification you can do is a wrap or paint it. I'm actually thinking about buying the rc 390 or a black yamaha R7 for my first bike and if I get this orange bike, the first thing I'm gonna do is to black out the bike with a matte black wrap. Also you can see a lot of people in India love this rc390 so much and there's a lot of really cool ktm that are modified and looks really good.
I have 790miles on my 2024 the brakes bite a little harder but I think they have plenty of stopping power,one thing I hope breaks in is the shift lever it's really hard to shift into neutral from first,I'm getting rid of the mirrors
That 2019 Rc 390 that you rode look a lot better to me in my opinion except for the 2016 duke 390 dash on it. Why they didn't upgrade the dash like they did for the 2017 duke390 ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
I understand how you feel about the wires and all that. It kinda reminds me of looks like a naked bike with a front race fairings on it. It's like it's trying to be both and that doesn't work for me. Either be naked or be a sport race bike. Choose 1, lol. ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
the headlights on this bike remind me of my old 1994 KTM DUke (gen1) Same orange too! These bikes will make you such a good rider if you take it to the track! Also, this IS NOT "Premium" KTM; this is KTM made in India by Bajaj. Still, though, Very good bike. my 390 Adv. was made there too,and was a SOLID bike! 890 Duke R IS already a fine track bike. So is the 2023 890 SMT (it has "touring" on the name, but... It is an amazing bike! I rode one, and want it more than this!. As for BEST low CC track bike, the old Aprilia 250 or RSV 250 was amazing, but right now, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR is pretty much the best track bike you can buy for this displacement. It was built as a bike track. THough I would still consider this as a bike I may also ride around town more than the ZX-4RR; I have a Honda CB1000R black edition, and I do love that bike, while the 890 DUke R and new 1390 Super Duke R EVO are a big temptation for me (I'm trying hard to resist) if I were to buy a second bike, I'm not sure I could justify an 890 DUke, and I'd have to get rid of the Honda before I got the Super DUke (I had a 1290 Super DUke R and Loved it!). this price on the RC390 and the flexibility that it could be a track bike, AND could be riden around town, would be what sells this for me over the ZX-4RR (I do think this is better than the R3, TONS better than CBR300, and even the Ninja 400 comes close, but I would choose the orange bike over them. ZX-4RR if I wanted somethign that is purely track only.)
performance wise, is there much you can do to squeeze out a little more hp? ive always rode mostly cruisers 650s and higher just a little skeptical on the lower cc if there was a mid entry bike besides the 8c i cannot find id go with that
Wow, a great bike but when you mention the cheap finishing I hope that the updates were not forced by the new Hero Karizma, they need to do their own thing.
I’ve tracked my 22 RC and it’s fantastic on a tight track. It has clipons from the factory. The weight savings from the wheels and brakes is not talked about enough. It feels Much lighter than other bikes in this class turning in. The tires are the only fault from the factory but I mean it’s being sold for the road so as road rubber they are great but if you do track you gotta swap them out. The brakes are great, still running stock fluid and no issues so far. Once you figure out your momentum into and out of corners this bike is a rocket ship ! On track it could easily be right up on bigger bikes. Very impressive I must say. I hear a tune and modifying the engine these does wonders, so I’m excited to see if that is true. I had a gen1 RC390 as well and riding them back to back the old one feels very ridged and the new one feels like a feather. Not huge difference in weight but just going down the road the gen1 felt sturdy and solid. Where the new on felt very light and flickable.
Very nice review as always! Would like to ask if you were to compare this to cf moto 450 ss what whould you choose and why? Appreciate your opinion, thanks in advance.
KTM’s are amazing austrian machines. CFMOTO from what i’ve seen had a lot of welding issues and they’re still relatively new even though they’ve made parts before. remember they’re gonna cut corners somewhere
@@Daniel-dj7fh as a scooter and mini bike rider anything around and below the 400cc range inconsiser small bore. I have no interest in liter bikes or anything bigger than 400ish ccs. Just a personal choice 🤷🏻♂️
Happy you didn't run out of gas and become chase on 2 feet.
I love singles for round town but highway riding is... unsatisfying. I like the previous model's front end better but overall a good looking little bike. Thanks for the review
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OC. Lots of people say they go with Ninja400 because of the aftermarket and the power difference. OBJECTIVELY, though, the RC390 is a complete package out of the box for beginners on the track. It has an IMU so its traction control and ABS are lean sensitive (for cornering). Front forks and rear shock are adjustable. It has a quick shifter (up and down), which is optional in some countries, and may feel clunky. You don't need to tinker with this bike before the track. It is ready to race.
Make it 2 cylinder
@@dev1ce888 it would be good if they decide to use the cfmoto 450cc engines in the coming years, right?
They´re both right up to the A2 license power limit so they basically have identical power
I find the ninja more comfortable
@@Juuul89this. I own an RC390 GP edition and a ridding buddy of mine owns a 450ss, the 450 only goes 10 mph faster than the RC390, however because it is 2 cylinders it does a little bit better on the highway but the RC390 also does seriously good on the highways I don't have a problem with my bike!
I have the 2022 RC 390 (basicallly identical to the 2023) with almost 6k miles on the clock and i have no complaints with the brakes, more than enough for me but i dont have much experience when comparing it to other bikes. I do agree with your windshield opinion, doesnt feel like it offers enough wind protection for its size.
The best part of Ktm is these bikes look amazing which will make beginners ride more i love my duke
First thing I did off the dealer lot was make sure the brakes went through proper Break in I think the brakes are great you feel like you’re going to lift over the front of the bike if you grab too much and my uncle with a little bit more riding experience said the exact same thing when he rode my bike. I hardly ever use more than two fingers and with the amount of Engine breaking it has it slows down really fast
Cant wait for the new duke 390 for 2024. Have you checked it out on TH-cam? First one with entirely new engine with bigger displacement (399cc from 379)😂
I must say the sideview of the 390 didn't really make it look like a small bike
I own one, I got it 7 weeks ago and have 2700 kms on it. The power gets better after the 1000k (600miles) and the brakes do get better after bedding in.
Was this before or after the break in period? The revs are limited until around 750 miles - Edit - I finished the video and realized there are only 50 miles on the bike. Once you pass the break in period the bike becomes much more alive. Brakes are also more than enough.
Very fun ride with a few tweaks really wakes up. I’d have to have spare cash to get one it would be an alternative ride for me. Back issues after decades makes this a “good back day” bike 🤷♂️
When are we doing a ZX-4RR test ride Chase?
His place doesn't do Kawasakis... only used bikes get reviewed...😢
Great vid, How tall are you?
hes 5 10
OC Looking for a entry level track bike for my teen. Very interested in this, R3 or maybe Kawi 400.
Get RC 390 next and cannot wait
I kind of went a little bold I bought my first and it’s a Honda fury
I still have my 2015 rc390.
Oc maybe the duke but the rc looks nice in person
Finally after days of asking
I don't have brand loyalties. The C8 is the first Corvette that has ever even registered for me. I think it's really the FIRST true Corvette but, that GT....
The only car I'd like to have more is the McLaren P1.
rofl at the Taycan. I still want to buy this bike.
Do a Ktm rc390 vs cfmoto 450ss
Ow cool bike
I don’t know what the problem is, I can climb to speed within seconds each time I hop on the highway.
In fact I can easily see a century plus a dime whenever I want.
Mines a 2017 390 Duke, just so everyone knows.
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Video quality is crap
Fails the sound check. I'll pass
I went to the dealership to look at a Grom and ended up picking one of these beauties up and it's amazing how nimble it is. My other ride is a Honda Fury and I wanted something that was the polar opposite to expand my riding experience. It's a total blast. Packed with tech for what it is and funky, fun little machine.
Personally I own one of these 2023 RC390's and when you tune them WOW are they amazing! I've got a FuelxLite Autotuner as the stock bike runs lean a lot, a full DominatoR exhaust system, a DNA air filter lid cover and an R&G tail tidy, but the tune makes this bike WAY different. Also I did notice in this video that the bike was still in the break in mode, as the rev limiter was blinking at 7,000rpms. But after 600 miles and it's first service KTM removes that setting and the bike fully unlocks and it can handle the highways fine. And this isn't even getting into all the features on this motorcycle! Backlit controls, full TFT display, of course the ABS and TC, WP front forks and suspension that have customizable rebound/damping and compression and has an optional quick shifter up AND DOWN! This bike really is ready to race from factory!
Are you in America??
@@jklucy yes I am
Did you know how much hp it added with the tunes?
@@moosestanggang no as I haven't went to a dyno or looked up hp numbers for my parts
In what way exactly did the fuelx tuner change the bike?@@justultrra3568
My daily driver is an R3, and I love it, but I've had the chance to try the RC390 on track day, and wow I might even like it more there. It felt about 90% like the R3, but the single cylinder punished at low rpm and forced me to go faster and better, and it was so light. I drove my fastest laps on it. Makes me want to get my own for the track :D Though I guess this very thing makes the R3 more comfortable in the street, it has very even performance, and handles traffic jams quite well (better than I do, I much prefer taking diversions on the motorway to spending 20 minutes holding the clutch in 2nd gear).
People who are worried about 40hp and highways have nothing to fear.
My cb500f makes 48hp, about the same hp/kg as this bike. I had no problem getting to 120kmh, and (it wasn't quick) no problem getting from 120-150-170kmh.
No problem for the Autobahn
I have one. The power is fine for the highway. I don't know if I'm just a scaredy cat but it doesn't feel very stable in the crosswinds
That's normal on a light bike/ vehicle. @@brianbelcher7279
I appreciate the regular quality content, man!
i own a 2023 RC 390 and it has run 6800km and i would say they are one of the best breaks i have ever experienced . from my side they bit really hard and stop were i want it to stop . the breaks have saved my life multiple times 😂😂😂
Seeing they’re about to release the r457 from Aprilia? I think that thing is gonna kill the competition! Can’t wait to see first rides for that bike!
If Aprillia can beat cf-moto and it's front brembo and dash gismos, yes.
If not it's gonna be tough, because the cbr500r (as much as Yammie hates it) is a really good bike, and one which will probably last forever.
Would keep my 2018 500f if I didn't get the taste of the 650's 4cyl sound.
@@Daniel-dj7fh those inline 4s are so amazing! Fully considering the cb650r and zx4rr solely for sound. And they’re also great bikes! I just worry about the corporate feeling Honda provides. But I wouldn’t know because I haven’t ridden one
I'm also really considering exactly both bikes too also just because of sound lmaooo
I've ridden the cb650r (the naked one) and it blasted my nuts off, was way more fun than the new hornet. And with the cb500f under my ass for the past 5years all I can complain is that the Honda dealers are abit pricey here in Frankfurt. Other than that everything is problem free.@@a3okan690
They just did
Just picked this bike up love how light it is over my previous bikes and the low hp keeps me out over trouble 😊
Indians: Did he just say small displacement?
Yeah man, its like middle class superbike in here, the hell with its small. Just got the gen 3 duke 390. Man the attention i get apart from fun😂😂
Let me guess... it's not as good as the Yamaha R1
Yamaha is 1000cc rc 390 is offcourse 390cc. Ktm is complete package of pocket power with best of best technology which is missing in most of litre class bikes too. Show me bike with 400cc segment with technology as much as ktm
What kind of fuel would this take cause I plan on getting one in a month
I got the Duke 250, but I sure do have a massive crush on the RC 390! It is superb.
I would love to get a ktm either rc390 or duke 390 but it sucks we’re forced to stick with an almost all orange bike which I’m not into at all (dodgers fan)
Get the bike if you like it then first modification you can do is a wrap or paint it. I'm actually thinking about buying the rc 390 or a black yamaha R7 for my first bike and if I get this orange bike, the first thing I'm gonna do is to black out the bike with a matte black wrap. Also you can see a lot of people in India love this rc390 so much and there's a lot of really cool ktm that are modified and looks really good.
I want to see you on Aprilia rs 457
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My son is 17. He loves the looks of this bike. Big problem is hes ridden higher power bikes and now he doesn't want something with 45hp.
Get him this.
I own one myself. It's an amazing bike for canyon fun and track days!
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I have 790miles on my 2024 the brakes bite a little harder but I think they have plenty of stopping power,one thing I hope breaks in is the shift lever it's really hard to shift into neutral from first,I'm getting rid of the mirrors
That 2019 Rc 390 that you rode look a lot better to me in my opinion except for the 2016 duke 390 dash on it. Why they didn't upgrade the dash like they did for the 2017 duke390 ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
My brakes on my 2023 isn’t the best lol
Same model here ❤
What a amazing machine brother ❤️
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I understand how you feel about the wires and all that. It kinda reminds me of looks like a naked bike with a front race fairings on it. It's like it's trying to be both and that doesn't work for me. Either be naked or be a sport race bike. Choose 1, lol. ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
Did you have any issues with the quick shifter? I heard it’s really awful.
If you hold wide open throttle while shifting up its fine. If you give it have throttle or even worse off throttle it gets choppy
I thoroughly enjoyed your review. You now have my sub.
I got a duke 390 love it
the headlights on this bike remind me of my old 1994 KTM DUke (gen1) Same orange too!
These bikes will make you such a good rider if you take it to the track!
Also, this IS NOT "Premium" KTM; this is KTM made in India by Bajaj. Still, though, Very good bike. my 390 Adv. was made there too,and was a SOLID bike!
890 Duke R IS already a fine track bike. So is the 2023 890 SMT (it has "touring" on the name, but... It is an amazing bike! I rode one, and want it more than this!.
As for BEST low CC track bike, the old Aprilia 250 or RSV 250 was amazing, but right now, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR is pretty much the best track bike you can buy for this displacement. It was built as a bike track. THough I would still consider this as a bike I may also ride around town more than the ZX-4RR; I have a Honda CB1000R black edition, and I do love that bike, while the 890 DUke R and new 1390 Super Duke R EVO are a big temptation for me (I'm trying hard to resist) if I were to buy a second bike, I'm not sure I could justify an 890 DUke, and I'd have to get rid of the Honda before I got the Super DUke (I had a 1290 Super DUke R and Loved it!). this price on the RC390 and the flexibility that it could be a track bike, AND could be riden around town, would be what sells this for me over the ZX-4RR (I do think this is better than the R3, TONS better than CBR300, and even the Ninja 400 comes close, but I would choose the orange bike over them. ZX-4RR if I wanted somethign that is purely track only.)
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What would be a good first bike for tall people . I’m 6’6 230lb never ridden a motorcycle before.
This is a great bike bro .but for me the only ugly thing in this bike is the headlight. Just my opinion.. the power and tech is good..
performance wise, is there much you can do to squeeze out a little more hp?
ive always rode mostly cruisers 650s and higher just a little skeptical on the lower cc if there was a mid entry bike besides the 8c i cannot find id go with that
Yeah, CF Moto is the cheapest bike in the world amd is better than a Ducati Panagale V4!!! BTW, I've never ridden either...
This is gonna sounds crazy but, I actually used to drive those Chick-fil-A robots
Have you got it unlocked yet
This guy looks like a good 220 pounds, keep that in mind if your about 150
My 23 rc still has low miles maybe around 2500 and I think the brakes could use a little more bite still
i mean, if it's only a track toy... surely something like a yamaha gytr r3 would give it a challenge right.
I'd absolutely love to get one of theses.OC
Thånks a Lot.
Do the cfmoto 300nk, I’ve got one and it’s such a fun little around town ripper, play with the groms and then go cruising the the z400s and cbr300s
Emgine sound equal disgusting xd , i highly prefer r3 sound
I miss the shape of he original, but the newer it is the better they've gotten
I like the older front more than this one
Been waitin' for this one 🤘🏼
Please, review the QJ motor SRK 600 and tell us about the brand, thanks!
The way he LOLed means its really a slow motorbike😂😂😂
Wow, a great bike but when you mention the cheap finishing I hope that the updates were not forced by the new Hero Karizma, they need to do their own thing.
I’ve tracked my 22 RC and it’s fantastic on a tight track. It has clipons from the factory. The weight savings from the wheels and brakes is not talked about enough. It feels Much lighter than other bikes in this class turning in. The tires are the only fault from the factory but I mean it’s being sold for the road so as road rubber they are great but if you do track you gotta swap them out.
The brakes are great, still running stock fluid and no issues so far. Once you figure out your momentum into and out of corners this bike is a rocket ship ! On track it could easily be right up on bigger bikes. Very impressive I must say.
I hear a tune and modifying the engine these does wonders, so I’m excited to see if that is true. I had a gen1 RC390 as well and riding them back to back the old one feels very ridged and the new one feels like a feather. Not huge difference in weight but just going down the road the gen1 felt sturdy and solid. Where the new on felt very light and flickable.
How many people think that this bike is a bit short gear
is it normal that the bike leans to the right? when i reliased my hands off while riding?
They look sexy but are they fast being a 390
5'3" with 28" inseam. This is my daily bike. 2:57
Very nice review as always! Would like to ask if you were to compare this to cf moto 450 ss what whould you choose and why? Appreciate your opinion, thanks in advance.
KTM’s are amazing austrian machines. CFMOTO from what i’ve seen had a lot of welding issues and they’re still relatively new even though they’ve made parts before. remember they’re gonna cut corners somewhere
80 miles an hour is nothing for rc 390
Never issue with breaks..it's perfect
This bike in Indonesia is very expensive af🥲
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@@neddyy7603 You cared enough to comment 😘
"CBRrRr sp things..." OC, you crack me up, Chase. 😆
OC- turnkey package is nice and like that it is RTG
The sound check antics gave me a giggle.
your place is awesome! wide road love the trees nice ride!
Could you do a xsr700 review?
OC: if it's under 400cc I think i can consider it "small bore" enough for me 🤔
So what would you consider Honda's 500cc bikes?
@@Daniel-dj7fh as a scooter and mini bike rider anything around and below the 400cc range inconsiser small bore. I have no interest in liter bikes or anything bigger than 400ish ccs. Just a personal choice 🤷🏻♂️
Rs 457 is coming and i can't wait
This or the cf 450SS? 🤔