Probably the only video review/build on a KTM out of the possible hundreds I’ve watched over time. I’ve wanted this bike in almost any fashion for a long time. But no one ever edited a video of an upgrade video like this one, that I’ve seen yet. Awesome work, brother. Hats off to you. *drives to the local shop*

I'm: watching video about upgrades. Everyone else: look, girl on the background.

@ecperformance4449

3 жыл бұрын

wich upgrades?...

@razreyes5887

3 жыл бұрын

i guess everyone stopped after the first 30sec of the vid. cool though this got 483k views.

@rosshilton

3 жыл бұрын

Is there a motorbike in there?

@Mrfckurbitch

3 жыл бұрын

I honestly didn’t even notice her at first ngl

@samerth3185

2 жыл бұрын

@@rosshilton i dont think so

I like the new sit upgrade!😍😍😍 it's a real beast!👌👌

@axlq917

4 жыл бұрын

What's the seat?

Best video I’ve seen so far I’m a young rider only 15 right now but i get my duke 390 in less than a year and I couldn’t be more excited!

@JohnSmith-yy2uj

4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome have fun, I'd recommend learning to drive for a while in a car, and then using that knowledge on a bike, rather than learning the road on a bike, but yolo!

@alexanderbuys2051

4 жыл бұрын

@@JohnSmith-yy2uj I'm 15 too. I was planning that too. Cheap car great bike👌

@pankajchandwani21

4 жыл бұрын

Just dont rev the bike above 6000 rpm mine got wrecked

@pankajchandwani21

4 жыл бұрын

#TEAM_CHEAP_CARS_GREAT_BIKES

I just installed the coober ECU, K&N filter, and coober airbox lid. Expensive but it definitely enhances the ride dynamics and smooths things out. A little extra power too and adds a nice throaty exhaust note.

@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess

Жыл бұрын

Single cylinder 🤮

@CarpaccioSalad

Жыл бұрын

@@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess lmao says the guy that probably doesnt even own a bike

@OneLovePsych

Жыл бұрын

@@MybeautifulandamazingPrincessYou clearly don’t ride 🤡

@rivit7615

9 ай бұрын

​@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess Thumpers are fun AF. Take it from a long time RC51 owner. My Duke390 is just fun and easy to lay in to corners. Super all around town bike.

Cool I just purchased a 2019 Duke 390 as my starter bike can’t wait until spring to start riding it!!

Nice video man new subscriber.

You can also lower your front forks in your triple clamp by 20mm to 25mm. It will give you better front end feel and cornering but not good for wheelie.

I've used the power tronic system with the quick shifter for a good while now on my 2014 model. i also use a 02 eliminator from dyno jet for a open loop. it really helps with the lower grunt for the bike, great combo with aftermarket exhaust and air box mod with k&n filter. Glad to see so much love for the duke 390...

Love the sound of the pipe.

Could you recommend or suggest the underseat twin exhaust for duke 390? It's better if you made a video about termingnoni,twin exhaust like in panigale v4.

I really liked the tire swap front and back. They add the aggresive look of the bike instantly Even the exhaust sounds great...rest I would leave on. Great jobbuddy, you have more skills to do the rest...

I hear some other videos and posts describing issues with the brakes, the lights fogging up, the leaky head gaskets on some of the earlier production models. I'm curious if KTM has done anything to address these issues, or do these issues still plague this bike?

Subbed, by the way. Cheers from Brazil!

I went with fuelx lite piggyback ecu thank u for this build im gona emulate it as much as i can

Thank you for posting this, I have a 2018 RC390 and no one in any videos has said anything about coober parts! I'm about to order the powerpackage !!

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

Because I started using powertronics instead

@joshlove7572

3 жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyle what made you switch? Notice any differences between ecu's?

@joshlove7572

3 жыл бұрын

Do the powerstronics ecu void the warranty? I like that coober claims theirs won't.

Thanks man!

I have owned a KTM RC390 2017 model and did almost all of these mods, and honestly save yourself the money. After spending over 1,500 the only thing which actually made the bike faster was the Rev limiter increase with the powertronic. If you really want some more speed get yourself a larger front sprocket and smaller rear sprocket as the bike already revs extremely fast. Don't mess with tyre sizes and shock springs unless you plan on taking the bike on track

@c.a.marsupial.1282

Жыл бұрын

What's wrong with going for a 160 rear if you could help me out there as I've been thinking of doing it. Thanks.

@ivanscicluna2988

Жыл бұрын

@@c.a.marsupial.1282 Ideally keep the tire factory size, a larger tire means a larger contact patch which will make your bike more stable on straight roads and help with wheel spin ( which isn't a real issue on a 390 ) but you are sacrificing mobility as the bike will be harder to lean or turn. If you want to do it just make sure it's for the correct reasons :P and it suits your riding style

@c.a.marsupial.1282

Жыл бұрын

@@ivanscicluna2988 thanks. Keep well.

@maxypad3379

Жыл бұрын

@@ivanscicluna2988imo a 140 fits the duke even better considering the rim size is fairly small for a 150

Ryan F9 reckons the RC390 with the same engine runs a little lean, does the ECU you put in run it a tad richer, especially with the higher airflow?

@majormassenspektrometer

3 жыл бұрын

Every manufacturer tends to make their bike lean to get to the Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standard.

awesome vid

Dude great build man

Werkes has to be one of the best looking exhaust cans.

❤ most of ur upgrades. Air cleaner , exhaust & ecu. ❤ the original tank color scheme with the 390 & Duke logos. Why KTM would delete this from there current 2021 models is beyond me.

How about sprockets? I'm thinking of changing mine on my cb400, I only ever do city rides and max only hit 110kmh on highway (legal limit and I can't risk a single point)

I've used 300V oil since I've owned my 2016 390.... recently changed my clutch out and inspected the inside of the head @ 20,000 miles and still looking like a brand new engine on the inside.

@93ChayZ

3 жыл бұрын

Motul is no doubt top Oil Brand.

@aricroy4258

Жыл бұрын

what oil did you use? This guy used 10W40 but everywhere else had different answers.

@RhoadsChristopher

Жыл бұрын

@@aricroy4258 I use 15w50 300v.

Nice man, what sort of security do you have for this bike?

Does the aftermarket air filter change give more power?

How did you mount the Protaper with the TFT?

Got vids with revs? With the new ecu of course. Great bike 👌

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/X6Oq09WRkZiymtY.html

I changed mine to the Dunlop Sportmax Alpha 14. Sticks to the road in dry and wet condition. Also YSS rear suspension.

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Very cool!

lol the girl laying take sun haha

@Jonathan-L

4 жыл бұрын

She a KTM Duchess ... color matched to the bike!

@SuperPaco1818

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah at the beginning I was like damn 👀

@TheAngusGao

4 жыл бұрын

She was thinking, i wished he would spend 1/2 as much time on me, instead of on that stupid bike

@Dino-yq8jo

4 жыл бұрын

What so funny??

@vinceking7878

4 жыл бұрын

ces't Sur Homme I’m sure she gets plenty of rides

i bought the coober ECU that you have. is there any video as how to install it? from any body? thanks in advance

Hey what’s up. Did you have to mod the small werkes exhaust to fit the bike that is already done. I have a 2020 and wanted to go with that little werkes exhaust but it says it won’t fit.

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

yeah i think they are making a new exhaust for the 2021

also where can i get a shorter version of the plate holder? again thanks in advance

@balabanski

4 жыл бұрын

ali express man.i buy plate holder for my ktm duke 125 and sits very good!

@clint Ewing do you have any intel on the TFT mount after upgrading the mount/bars?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 жыл бұрын

No sir

Do the 390s have any sort of air mods you can do like a blowby recirculation or ais blovk off or anything of the sort?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I tried clean air mod and almost blew my seals on my 2018 duke

I would love to have a ride on that!!! The ktms aren't bad ether

How is the handling on the larger tires? Is it getting pinched. One of the great things about the duke is the light flickability and steering. Is that effected? Thanks

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Its just my opinion but I love the option of better tires (grp300) (q3) when you go up in size. I dont notice less flickability. Love the extra traction.

Can anyone recommend their 2023 year choice between the CB300R, Yamaha MT-03 or Duke 390? I’m 5’11” tall, 175-pound weight, with a 34” inseam pants size. Thanks!

How were you able to fit the protaper and the tft dash? Running into some issues trying to figure it out

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

custom made bracket. dm me on IG @clintewing

How’d you manage to put the Dash together with the fat bar clamps? Did you make a custom bracket for it?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Yes custom made

Great mods, glad you kept the cat, spent too much time behind stinky cars/bikes last summmer.

Stiffer spring: maxing out the clicks on the stock spring for resistance was insufficient for you? I've got my 125 at 10 clicks and I weigh 240lbs! I'm with you, I prefer the stiffer suspension as well. What final gear ratio are you using? I thought that would make your top 10.

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I'm now at stock front 50 rear

Gorgeous video from 0:32 to 0:33. 👏🏼

Really like the bars any chance you have a link to the bars and raisers? Thanks so much

@ClintEwingFreestyle

Жыл бұрын

1fngr sells the new risers and bars ! 1fngr.com/products/1fngr-double-d-clamps

Nice bulid bro 👍

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

much appreciated

Hey great video. Any chance you could link these products in your description? Also how were you able to remount your display using the new bar mounts? I'd like to go with a more low profile wider bar but need to change mounts in order to do that. Thx 👍

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

i just did www.1fngr.com

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/X6Oq09WRkZiymtY.html

Hey Clint i just bought a 390 2019. i was wondering all the models are the same? since i am in south america i am just checking it the models differ according to the region the are being delivered.? The ECU comes configured already? tanks in advance

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

All same

Im really looking into my first bike for my daily commute to work its a 16 mile ride how would you guys suggest the ride is on highway on this bike?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Not bad. You can go down in rear 3 teeth and be nearly perfect for highway

This may be a novice question, but will the speedometer need adjusting to accurately reflect the speed after any of the upgrades?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

yes but It was of no concern to me since I dont pay attn to it

Yo clint what gear is best to throw it up??? N any tips to make it go up...rev on 1st n pop? Or on second gear os best?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Stock does just fine but you can always go down 1 tooth in front for street riding

That exhaust sounds badass almost feel like parking my xr650 and buying a ktmrc390

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

You wont be disappointed

@mcmasteryoda220

4 жыл бұрын

I love my rc390

If I was to just get the coober air box lid only will I still need to replace program or get a different ecu? Will it throw a code or have throttle lag with just the top lid for the air box?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 ай бұрын

Dont NEED to but helps balance out the increase in air intake.

@nathancouse3596

2 ай бұрын

@ClintEwingFreestyle okay second question if I was to add the airbox lid and just the mini cat delete or "de cat" keeping the stock headers & stock exhaust will it throw a code? Or have throttle lag? To the point I will need to upgrade the ecu

I noticed the tft dash fit on the protapers. Did that require a new mount?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

Yes custom made

Do you need to run a after market exhaust with a aftermarket ecu? Can you run it with the stock exhaust with no issues ?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

Don't need to. Just helps let the little guy breath

Do you happen to have a link for that slip on exhaust. I've been looking for something of that sort of tough metal look but cant find anything in the uk

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

1fngr.com/collections/ktm-390-duke-parts

@mineSTAR626

4 жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyle thanks mate appreciate it

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

@jackson joseph email me info@clintewing.com

What interval do you change your oil and chain cleaning

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 жыл бұрын

For stunt riding pretty damn often

10W40 is too thin for the 390, because the single cylinder runs very hot. 15W50 is whats recommended in the users manual.

I guess the company recommends to use the oem air filter if you're gonna use the filter lid what are your thoughts on that thanks for the video

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I use the OEM in conjection with coober lid filter which seems to really smooth out the bike and better throttle reaction

Clint, where did you find the Nissin brakes? Thanks!

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

Ebay

Any issues with the Cooper ECU? How long has it been on the bike? Thanks

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Zero issues and have had on my stunt bike for 1 yr. Just installed second on my new 390. Love the extra 1,000 rpm at top end

@darvishhussain8602

3 жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyle what's ur review/opinion about powertronic ecu for duke 390

@Clint Ewing. Any idea if this tire set-up would be ideal for canyon carving? U mention you ride agressive. Stunt agressive or canyon agressive or both?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I'm stunt aggressive so not sure if it would be your best application for track

@mmqz2640

4 жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyle thanks for the quick note.

What kind of horsepower and torque do you think you got with the mods that you added curious

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I didnt dyno tune so dont know but def feel more pep in throttle response and love the extra 1k rpm. I now have powertronic and love it even more with the quickshifter added!

How much are each of these? The exhaust need reprogramming the ECU? Thank you very much

Hey bro what size tires you got on again and do they hit or rub on any thing. Just question I think I will go with size tire you put on . And how did they ride let me know thank you

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I'm running 120 front avon sport and 160 rear. No rubbing and very happy with my choice

@acp2597

4 жыл бұрын

Clint Ewing sounds good I am going to try it out. Thank you

Hi Clint, I'd like to ask about the effect of the air box lid. Thank you.

@KoryKinnett

4 жыл бұрын

I can probably respond to some extent on this. I purchased one after reviewing this video, I've noticed that the noise produced from the bike has become much more prominent. More so than the noticeable difference made by my Leo Vince slip-on over the stock exhaust on my 2018 390 duke. I've noticed that I get more glances and stares and it's quite noticeable by the rider as well. Feeling and hearing more noise coming from between your legs. Additionally, I've had this about a week, of which today was the last day of rain. The box and lid/foam seems to do really well even when put into extremely humid and wet environments. As far as performance goes, I've not done any other modifications (including no ECU upgrade (still running stock)) and I've seen a slight performance gain, especially in the 3k-5k rpm range as well as up in the 9.5k-10.5k (redline) rpm.

@KoryKinnett

4 жыл бұрын

Too early to tell on gas mileage, but I want to say that it might be slightly less.

@satthu0264

4 жыл бұрын

Kory Kinnett which Leovince slip-on are you using, bro? I also use the Leovince GP One for my Duke. At low rpm (3k-7k), it accelerates noticeable faster the original muffer. But at high rpm (7k up), it choke for a moment then speeds up. Now I'm considering to upgrade its air filter to see if it could fix the problem.

Can you tell me where you get your Wheelie bar and sliders Axel sliders frame sliders Thank you

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Zeus armor is coming out with version for 1fngr to carry. Check out www.1fngr.com

Do you still own this bike? Cause I’m buying a 2019 duke out of Salem Oregon and it has that exact slip on exhaust

Cool video. I'd like to know how much the ECU improved the performance.

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Better throttle response and smoother roll on power. I run the PowerTronic ECU that 1fngr sells and super happy! especially with quick shifter

Is the Coober ecu better than the booster plug? What is the difference? What are the hp and torque gains?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

I ended up using the powertronic ecu from @1fngr its less expensive and way more advanced with quick shifter and dyno map options

Can we put the old version duke 390 underbelly exhaust in the new one??

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

With 2015 header

Hey, in your other video I seen the kill switch with a pin in it, why you do that? I have a ktm duke390

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Don't want to kick switch while riding feet over bars. So use the key 🔑 for on off

@jamesarmstrong29

2 жыл бұрын

Is a nifty idea, may I copy this in future, thanks for reply

Nice

Where did you buy the ktm lever

Hi Clint, Thanks for the informative video. As you advised before I have ordered the 1fngr duke 390 air filter box lid and it's about to come. It would be really helpful if you could update me with the purchase links of the protaper handlebar and the risers. Thanks in advance. Regards, Subhojit

Could you provide some more info on the racetech spring? Is that installed on the stock shock?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Yes took off rear spring and installed racetech instead for stiffer feel

@ericlikewhoa

4 жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyle Great thanks for the input! Also, is the competition werkes exhaust you a direct bolt on to the newer 390 duke? i recall reading about a '16 header being needed?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

@@ericlikewhoa side silencer is direct bolt on. In frame gp exhaust requires 2015-2016 Header.

Brother at what interval do you change your engine oil

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Stunting every 10 rides. Normal riding every 3k

Do you have any tips on the battery? Mine dies after like 4 weeks. Don’t know why🤷🏼‍♂️

@ClintEwingFreestyle

2 жыл бұрын

You likely have drain. Test for drainage

Does it work on the ktm duke 125 ?

0:32 you’re welcome

Great build.I am curious about the handlebar and TFT display and what kind of custom bracket did you make. I can't get the idea of this stupid 26.5 mm handlebar diameter and the restriction of the original stem.

@ClintEwingFreestyle

3 жыл бұрын

Had to cut stock display and make 2 slim brackets that smashed into the handlebar clamps

@user-ie9if8kz8b

3 жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyleThanks. And what about turning signals?

What's the brand of crash bar on the first bike????

@ClintEwingFreestyle

Жыл бұрын

Custom made

@BudiPramudiaNewbieCrazyhobby

Жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyle it's Really Nice,,,, Like it...

What about coolant bro....which brand shud u use on d duke 390???

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I run 30 coolant from motul and 70 water

YOU may have just SOLD a New KTM for KTM Brother, After watching THIS Video i;m really thinking of getting A 390 DUKE [Probs NEW 24 Model] I love the way this Little Bike looks [After coming off Bigger bikes S-Sports] Because of Back Injury. Making the bike your own IS Part of owning Bikes and this Video is Well made Congrats/Best Wishes/Safe-Riding Wales [UK].

As a noobie, does that have any effect on the guarantee of the bike? The video is amazing, congrats!

Hi i'm nikhil from india what is the kmpl after slip on exhaust?? And do you really recommend duke 390 as best bike under 400cc sector ??

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely the best 400 cc bike

“Step 1000 it’s simple guys” proceed to dismantle the Motorcycle. 😂😂😂😂

how many hp plus did you get from decat , exhaust , filter and programm ?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Idk

Put that wire cover back, it's heat resistant shield. It protects cables from the heat of engine

Handlebar change looks fantastic

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Thnx !

The girl in background has matching color of her bikini top to KTM orange! Thats what I call passion!

Hey for the coober ecu piggyback, what were your specs?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

I asked for mostly low end torque with 1k more RPM at top

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

requested low end torque and 1k more rpm

Will it be reliable for 60kmiles or 100kkms

If I install the kx high bar would I loose the turn signal mount?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

No

you guys didn't get knuckle guard as a stock? and that integrated grab rail for pillion is great...............

does the bike leak? At the end the black t-shirt on the ground...

Hey man I’ve noticed 1finger doesn’t have much in parts anymore.., do you mind shooting me a text of a parts list to do to the 390?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

10 ай бұрын

actually they have more now, cages, clutches, brakes, handbrake, exhausts, air mod, p34 brackets, brake lines

Why Q4 front but gpr-300 back? could you go gpr300 both front and back? also why did you decide to go up to a 160? is this okay for street riding?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

Now I run Avon 3D Ultra front and back

@4nine954

4 жыл бұрын

@@ClintEwingFreestyle is 160 alright for street riding?

What size rear sprocket are you running?

@ClintEwingFreestyle

4 жыл бұрын

50 tooth

Where can i buy these seats?