That’s right, the popular 790 Duke has made a comeback this year with all new colour options. The 790 Duke was released in 2017 and was a huge hit, selling over 29,000 units worldwide. In 2021, the 790 was replaced with 890 Duke, these models featured the updated LC8 engine and improved electronics.

 

For 2023, the 790 Duke will be reintroduced to the market, KTM states in its press release “Neatly filling the gap between the KTM 390 Duke and KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO, the KTM 790 Duke provides unmatched rideability with torquey and exhilarating manners.” This leads us here at MM to believe that KTM Canada may be discontinuing the 890 Duke for 2023.

 

Rest assured the 790 Duke won’t be lacking in power or technology as KTM boasts that this reintroduced model had been updated with the most advanced and complete electronics package in the midrange segment.

Standard features include:

– Cornering sensitive Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC)

– Cornering ABS with SUPERMOTO mode

– 3 standard Ride modes to quickly change the feel of the engine and level of MTC

– Full-color 5-inch TFT display

– LED lights front and rear

 

Optional features for the model include:

– Quickshifter+, allowing for clutchless up and downshifts

– Motor Slip Regulation (MSR)

– TRACK mode

– Cruise Control

– Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

 

 

The usual selection of ride modes, notably RAIN, STREET and SPORT settings, provide riders with easy-to-access customization of traction and throttle control, ensuring confident riding in all road and weather conditions.

In terms of looks, the 2023 KTM 790 Duke introduces two new colour to the mix, with a traditional KTM orange scheme and an all-new gray and black colour scheme. You can expect to start seeing the 790 Duke roll onto dealership floors in December of 2022.