TVS Apache RTR 310 vs KTM 390 Duke – the sporty bike to consider under ₹3 lakh

Sep 7, 2023

By: Sourabh Jain

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TVS Apache RTR 310 launched in India

TVS Motor has launched the Apache RTR 310, which is based on the RR310. The RTR 310 is now the most powerful motorcycle from the company in the country.

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To take on KTM 390 Duke

The TVS Apache RTR 310 will compete with the KTM 390 Duke in India. In this post we compare the two naked motorcycles to help you decide which one might be meant for you.

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Price

TVS Apache RTR 310 – Starting at ₹2.43 lakh | KTM 390 Duke – Starting from ₹2.97 lakh

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Design

The TVS Apache RTR 310 and the KTM 390 Duke both feature an aggressive stance design. The RTR 310 comes with a sculpted fuel tank and dual adaptive LED headlamps, split seat and a TFT console. The KTM 390 Duke on the other hand comes with a muscular fuel tank, LED headlamp with split DRLs and a TFT console.

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Engine

TVS Apache RTR 310 – 312.2cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine | KTM 390 Duke – 399cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine

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Performance

TVS Apache RTR 310 – 35hp of power and 27.3Nm of peak torque | KTM 390 Duke – 45hp of power and 39Nm of peak torque

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Wheel and disc brakes

Both the bikes are equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels and front and rear disc brakes.

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Features

TVS Apache RTR 310 – Digital TFT display, smartphone connectivity, climate control seat, cornering traction control, cornering cruise control. TPMS and more | KTM 390 Duke – Digital TFT display, smartphone connectivity, slipper clutch, Launch control and more.

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Colour options

TVS Apache RTR 310 – Arsenal Black and Fury Yellow | KTM 390 Duke – Dark Galvano and Liquid Metal

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