Aprilia Tuono 457 vs KTM 390 Duke

Verdict

The KTM 390 Duke wins this comparison comfortably, 63.8 points to 52.2.

The gap of 11.6 points is built mostly in handling and chassis, where the 390 Duke takes 7.5 points out of the Tuono 457. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 390 Duke is the quicker machine: 45 hp and 39 Nm moving 165 kg, against 47.6 hp and 43.5 Nm moving 175 kg for the Tuono 457. That is 0.27 hp per kilo playing 0.27.

The 390 Duke costs €6,299, which leaves €300 in your pocket against the Tuono 457 at €6,599. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 390 Duke and 10,000 km on the Tuono 457.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Aprilia Tuono 457 or the KTM 390 Duke?

The KTM 390 Duke. It carries 0.27 hp per kilo (45 hp, 165 kg wet) against 0.27 hp per kilo for the Aprilia Tuono 457 (47.6 hp, 175 kg).

Is the Aprilia Tuono 457 cheaper than the KTM 390 Duke?

The KTM 390 Duke is cheaper at €6,299 list, €300 less than the Aprilia Tuono 457 at €6,599.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Aprilia Tuono 457. Its 800 mm seat is 20 mm lower than the KTM 390 Duke, and at 175 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the Tuono 457 or the 390 Duke?

The KTM 390 Duke, which scores 8.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Aprilia Tuono 457 counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The KTM 390 Duke: 429 km from its 15 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 342 km for the Aprilia Tuono 457.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 390 Duke, scoring 63.8 of 100 against 52.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.