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Ever since it burst onto the scene in 2013, the KTM 390 Duke has been synonymous with thrilling performance without breaking the bank. However, today the story has changed and KTM India now offers you two variants of the 390 Duke to choose from - both of which look very similar but have different engines and pricing. Here, we’ll break down what each variant offers and how much it costs. All prices ex-showroom, Delhi KTM 390 Duke variant breakdown Standard Before we elaborate on the differences between the two variants, let's first recap what’s unchanged. The body panels, styling, chassis and feature-set are shared across both variants. Where the difference lies is primarily in the engine and the different pricing owing to the varying GST rates levied upon the motorcycles. To benefit from the lower 18 percent GST, Bajaj has downsized the 398cc engine to 349cc via a shorter stroke while keeping the bore intact. The result is that peak output on the standard 390 Duke stands at 41.5h...

April witnessed the launches of models like Vinfast VF MPV 7 , Volkswagen Taigun facelift , Tesla Model Y L , Mercedes CLA EV and even the locally assembled Range Rover Sport Autobiography . May looks set to carry that momentum forward. Alongside some confirmed launches, several other models are also expected to arrive this month. Keep reading to find out what we know about these models. 2026 Honda City facelift May 22 Current Honda City (image used for representation only). The 2026 Honda City facelift will be the second update for the fifth-generation sedan, after the first facelift arrived in 2023. The changes on the outside are expected to be minor, with updates to the headlights, tail-lamps, bumpers and wheels. The bigger changes should come inside, where Honda may add features such as a powered driver's seat, ventilated front seats, a larger touchscreen, a digital driver's display and more. I's likely to continue with the same 121hp 1.5-litre petrol and 126hp hybri...

The Ola Roadster X+ is positioned as one of the more performance-focused bikes in the brand’s line-up. The bike gets three riding modes, including Eco, Normal and Sport. In Eco mode, it is best suited to back roads and stop-go traffic, with an indicated top speed of 42kph. Normal mode feels more natural for everyday use, with an indicated top speed of around 80kph. Sport mode is the quickest and feels genuinely strong when the battery’s state of charge is high. Ola Roadster X+ 4.5kWh Real World Riding Range We tested the riding range in Normal mode and achieved a decent 130km. When we began our test, the battery was fully charged and displayed a riding range of 183km. With 90 percent battery, the displayed range was 166km. As we got towards the end with 30 percent battery, the range displayed was 59km. The bike automatically switched to Eco mode at 15 percent charge and shut down with the screen displaying 1 percent, displaying a battery low warning. Here is how many kilometres of rid...