- Receives slight styling updates
- Likely to use the 799cc twin with minor changes
- Could be showcased later half of next year
The next-generation KTM 790 Duke has been spotted testing in Europe, offering an early glimpse at the Austrian brand’s updated middleweight naked ahead of an expected 2026 debut.
Visually, the revised 790 Duke receives a noticeable styling refresh. The most significant change is a new headlight design, clearly inspired by the larger 990 Duke and flagship 1390 Super Duke R. Alongside this, the fuel tank has been reshaped, while the side panels are completely new, giving the bike a sharper and more contemporary stance.
Beneath the updated bodywork sits a steel trellis frame that appears largely unchanged from the current model. However, the subframe looks to be a new unit, suggesting revisions aimed at packaging or ergonomics. Mechanically, the test bike is expected to retain the familiar 799cc parallel-twin engine, which in its current state produces 105bhp and 87Nm of torque. No performance changes have been confirmed at this stage.
Other visible updates include a redesigned exhaust silencer and revised braking hardware, with different callipers fitted to the test mule. The suspension is also believed to have been reworked, potentially improving damping and overall ride control.
While KTM has yet to announce an official launch timeline, the prototype appears close to production specification, pointing towards a reveal in the near future. We can expect it to make a debut in the later half of 2026.
