After years of speculation, the first prototype of the KTM E-Duke has finally surfaced – thanks to a video shared by stunt rider Rok Bagoros from KTM’s Motohall in Mattighofen, Austria. This marks a big step forward in KTM’s electrification journey, three years after the E-Duke was first teased at a Pierer Mobility investor presentation.
While official specs are still under wraps, earlier reports suggest the E-Duke will pack a 10kW motor and a 5.5kWh battery, hinting at sprightly urban performance. However, the real-world range is likely to hover around 100km, depending on riding style.
Visually and structurally, the E-Duke closely mirrors the 390 Duke, borrowing its trellis frame, aluminium swingarm, offset rear monoshock, and braking hardware. However, key differences include the low-mounted electric motor, a large hollow air intake where the fuel tank meets the headstock, and a possible onboard charger with an integrated charging cable, which could solve packaging issues faced by many EVs.
Design-wise, the E-Duke embraces a sharper, more futuristic take on KTM’s naked streetfighter aesthetics, featuring aggressive body panels, a deconstructed headlamp, and a new subframe. Cool prototype cues like a 3D-printed seat and MotoGP-style aero scoops hint at KTM’s innovative approach.
While it’s clearly still a work-in-progress, the E-Duke appears to be gearing up to bring KTM’s aggressive street DNA into the electric era – one wheelie at a time.
