KTM has recently revealed the 2024 versions of its Duke series in the global market, showcasing a significant change in the styling of its bikes. The iconic split twin LED headlight, which made its debut in 2017, has been transformed into a more aggressive and alien-like design for the 2024 model-year, incorporating DRLs flanking either side of the headlight housing. Despite these stylistic changes, the beginner-friendly Duke models, the 390 and 250, are expected to be available in the US market for the 2024 model-year.

The KTM 390 Duke is known for its high-tech features, often not found in models of its class. The 2024 model-year version comes with a new engine, featuring a 399cc, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, single-cylinder unit delivering 44.3 horsepower and 28.8 pound-feet of torque.

In addition, the 2024 KTM 390 Duke includes a new two-piece frame design, intended to enhance rigidity and agility. The bike’s premium suspension hardware from WP is also worth noting, with a front fork that can be adjusted and a laterally mounted offset rear monoshock. Moreover, the electronic features of the bike are impressive, offering cornering ABS and traction control, as well as selectable ride modes via a large five-inch full-color TFT display.

For those who find the KTM 390 Duke too powerful and advanced, the 250 Duke will also be available in the US for the 2024 model-year. Similar in styling to the 390 Duke, the 250 Duke offers reduced performance and technology for a more accessible and affordable package.

Powered by a 249cc, SOHC, single-cylinder engine generating 30.8 horsepower, the 250 Duke comes with a six-speed manual transmission with a slipper clutch. Unlike its more powerful sibling, the suspension system on the 250 Duke is non-adjustable, and the bike’s five-inch TFT display serves solely as an instrument cluster without selectable ride modes.

The new KTM Dukes are expected to be available in the US market with the 390 Duke arriving in December, 2023, followed by the 250 Duke in early 2024. Official pricing for the new models is yet to be announced at this time.