KTM 390 Duke vs Triumph Trident 660

Verdict

The KTM 390 Duke wins this comparison comfortably, 66.6 points to 54.6.

The gap of 12 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 390 Duke takes 13.4 points out of the Trident 660. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the Trident 660 is the quicker machine: 81 hp and 64 Nm moving 190 kg, against 45 hp and 39 Nm moving 165 kg for the 390 Duke. That is 0.43 hp per kilo playing 0.27.

The 390 Duke costs €6,299, which leaves €1,996 in your pocket against the Trident 660 at €8,295. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 390 Duke and 16,000 km on the Trident 660.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the KTM 390 Duke or the Triumph Trident 660?

The Triumph Trident 660. It carries 0.43 hp per kilo (81 hp, 190 kg wet) against 0.27 hp per kilo for the KTM 390 Duke (45 hp, 165 kg).

Is the KTM 390 Duke cheaper than the Triumph Trident 660?

The KTM 390 Duke is cheaper at €6,299 list, €1,996 less than the Triumph Trident 660 at €8,295.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Triumph Trident 660. Its 805 mm seat is 15 mm lower than the KTM 390 Duke, and at 190 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 390 Duke or the Trident 660?

The Triumph Trident 660, which scores 10 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter, cruise control and phone connectivity. The KTM 390 Duke counters with cornering ABS, 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 298 km for the Triumph Trident 660.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 390 Duke, scoring 66.6 of 100 against 54.6 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.