KTM Reveals 2026 Street Motorcycles, Headlined by an Expanded Duke Range

From the new Duke 160 to the extreme 1390 Super Duke R, KTM refreshes its naked-bike portfolio despite ongoing financial challenges.

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Despite ongoing financial headwinds, KTM has officially unveiled its 2026 street motorcycle range, reaffirming its commitment to the naked-bike segment. As expected, the line-up is heavily centred around the naked series, DUKE family, spanning capacities from 125cc all the way to 1,390cc.

New Duke 160 Joins the Line-Up

One of the key additions for the 2025/2026 period is the Duke 160, a model aimed at selected markets to better suit local licence regulations and rider demand. Powered by a 164.2cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder SOHC engine, the Duke 160 produces 19 PS at 9,500 rpm and 15.5 Nm at 7,500 rpm, placing it squarely against rivals such as the Yamaha MT-15.

Entry-Level and Middleweights Get Refinements

At the entry point of KTM’s naked range, the 125 Duke continues to anchor the line-up. For 2026, it receives two new colour options, improved fueling, and a higher top speed, while retaining premium features such as ride-by-wire, Cornering ABS, and a 5-inch full-colour TFT display as standard. 

Apart from that, the 2026 KTM 125 Duke sees no changes, keeping its existing technical and feature specifications. It continues to be powered by the same 124.9cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine, mated to a six-speed transmission. 

Moving up, the 390 Duke gains a meaningful hardware upgrade with the introduction of a WP FCR4 brake calliper, replacing the previous Bybre unit for improved stopping performance. Two new colourways are also added, while the rest of the specifications remain unchanged.

The “Scalpel” and the Big Dukes

The 790 Duke, often referred to as “The Scalpel”, returns with its familiar parallel-twin engine but benefits from updated technology, including the same 5-inch TFT display and switchgear found on the larger 990 Duke.

For 2026, the 990 Duke introduces a new colour option and is backed by KTM’s four-year Premium Manufacturer’s Warranty. The more aggressive 990 Duke R ups the ante further with an 8.8-inch touchscreen TFT display with offline navigation, 130 PS, 103 Nm of torque, and fully adjustable WP APEX suspension.

The Beast Evolves

Sitting at the very top of the range are the 1390 Super Duke R and 1390 Super Duke R Evo, described by KTM as the most extreme street-going versions of “The Beast” to date. The Evo variant features semi-active suspension, cornering ABS, and a comprehensive suite of rider aids, reinforcing its flagship status.

KTM has also teased further updates coming in April, hinting at performance upgrades for two of its most extreme Duke models.

“April changes everything. Two of the most extreme DUKE models in the history of KTM will hit harder than ever before,” said Gareth Davidson, Product Marketing Manager Street. “Sharper. Lighter. Meaner. Power that resets expectations.”

With a refreshed line-up that caters to new riders, experienced enthusiasts, and outright performance seekers, KTM’s 2026 Duke-heavy range signals that the brand is still pushing forward aggressively in the global street motorcycle market.