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KTM Duke 790 vs Suzuki S-Presso in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
KTM Duke 790Suzuki S-Presso
Ex-showroom priceRs 23.99 lakhRs 22.99 lakh – Rs 25.99 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale13
DistributorHansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd. (official KTM distributor for Nepal)CG Motocorp Pvt. Ltd. (Suzuki Nepal / Suzuki Automobiles Nepal)
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

KTM Duke 790

Duke 790रु 23,99,000

Suzuki S-Presso

Vxi+रु 25,99,000
Stdरु 22,99,000
LXiरु 23,99,000
Specifications — Duke 790 Duke 790 vs S-Presso Vxi+
CategoryKTM Duke 790Suzuki S-Presso
Battery & Range
  • Fuel tank capacity: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Claimed mileage: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Real-world Nepal mileage: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Fuel tank: 27 liters (YouTube Nepal review, model-level figure).
  • Mileage: 24.76 kmpl (CarDekho India-spec).
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 799 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled DOHC engine
  • Six-speed manual gearbox with slipper clutch
  • Chain final drive, naked street configuration
  • Ride-by-wire throttle with multiple riding modes
  • Traction control and ABS integrated with electronics package
  • 998 cc petrol, manual transmission (CarDekho India-spec).
  • 65.71 bhp output (prem-arena.com).
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Chassis: Steel trellis frame with aluminum subframe
  • Ground clearance: 180 mm (YouTube Nepal review, model-level figure).
Dimensions
  • Kerb weight: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Seat height: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Overall length/width/height: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Fuel tank size: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Length: 3565 mm (YouTube Nepal review).
  • Width: 1520 mm (YouTube Nepal review).
  • Height: 1564 mm for VXI/VXI+ (YouTube Nepal review).
Cargo
  • Underseat storage capacity: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • No dedicated front storage box mentioned
  • No factory panniers or top box detailed for Nepal
  • Boot space about 240 liters (YouTube Nepal review).
Comfort & Interior
  • Sporty naked ergonomics focused on aggressive riding
  • Upright riding position with wide handlebars
  • Split seat design for rider and pillion
  • Suspension: adjustable WP forks and rear monoshock
  • Wind protection minimal due to naked design
  • Same basic cabin architecture as lower trims (YouTube Nepal review).
  • Power steering and AC are standard in the cited India-spec table (prem-arena.com).
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Full-digital TFT instrument cluster
  • Multiple riding modes selectable via switchgear
  • No official mention of Bluetooth connectivity (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • No official mention of navigation integration (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Standard convenience features: kill switch, engine start/stop
  • No Nepal-confirmed infotainment display found in the provided sources.
  • 12V outlet and AUX/USB mentions appear in the Nepal review video (YouTube Nepal review).
Safety
  • Dual-channel ABS standard
  • Traction control with lean-sensitive electronics
  • Powerful disc brakes front and rear
  • No official mention of cornering ABS spec for Nepal (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • No official mention of quickshifter as standard for Nepal (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • ABS with EBD not directly confirmed for Nepal VXI+ in the provided sources.
  • Airbags not explicitly confirmed for Nepal VXI+ in the provided sources.
Design & Exterior
  • Aggressive naked design with sharp bodywork
  • Signature KTM orange and black color theme
  • LED headlamp and LED indicators
  • Compact tail section with high-mounted exhaust
  • Minimalist belly pan and exposed frame styling
  • Highest quoted manual trim in the Nepal showroom video lineup.
  • Same boxy micro-SUV styling as other trims (YouTube Nepal review).
Sales & Imports
  • Officially sold in Nepal via KTM Nepal / Hansraj Hulaschand
  • Launch and bookings in Nepal confirmed via local communication
  • Import as CBU/CKD not officially specified (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Sales volume figures not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • No official Nepal-specific production localization data (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Nepal price: NPR 25,49,000 quoted by a Nepal showroom video.
  • No distributor import-volume figure found in the provided sources.
Value for Money Verdict
  • Positioned as a premium middleweight naked
  • On-road price around NPR 23,99,000 during launch
  • Targets enthusiasts upgrading from 390 Duke
  • Value driven by performance and electronics over practicality
  • Top manual trim in the quoted Nepal lineup.
  • Best if the buyer wants the most features without automatic pricing.
Pros
  • Strong parallel-twin performance for Nepal highways
  • Advanced electronics compared to smaller Dukes
  • Aggressive styling stands out in segment
  • KTM brand and existing dealer network support
  • Suitable for spirited riding and track days
  • Highest manual-spec variant in the cited Nepal lineup.
  • Retains the same compact footprint and 180 mm clearance (YouTube Nepal review).
  • Likely easiest to own in city use because of low claimed mileage and simple drivetrain (CarDekho India-spec).
Cons
  • Specifications like weight and mileage not clearly disclosed for Nepal (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • High purchase price versus smaller Dukes
  • Limited practicality for luggage and touring
  • Likely higher maintenance and fuel costs than 390 Duke
  • Availability and long-term parts support not clearly detailed (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Still lacks Nepal-confirmed premium infotainment data.
  • Trim-specific safety confirmation is incomplete in the provided sources.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — KTM Duke 790 or Suzuki S-Presso?

As of July 2026, the Suzuki S-Presso starts at Rs 22.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1 lakh less than the KTM Duke 790 at Rs 23.99 lakh.

What is the price of the KTM Duke 790 and Suzuki S-Presso in Nepal?

The KTM Duke 790 costs Rs 23.99 lakh and the Suzuki S-Presso costs Rs 22.99 lakh to Rs 25.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the KTM Duke 790 or the Suzuki S-Presso?

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