There was a point in time where the mid-displacement supersport segment garnered the most attention from enthusiasts. It played a pivotal role by bridging the gap between beginner bikes and litre-class rockets. That was then. Fast forward to the present day and preferences have changed. Today, motorcycle enthusiasts would rather have a mid-displacement naked that offers similar handling dynamics as their faired siblings. That’s not to say that power has taken a backseat. These super-nakeds have plenty of punch to leave you grinning for days, while new-age electronic rider aids make sure you stay within your limits. In India, we have been serenaded by the Triumph Street Triple RS, wooed by the Kawasaki Z900 and had our senses knocked right out of the park by the Yamaha MT-09. However, we hope that the soon-to-be-launched KTM 790 Duke will be able to do all of the above while being more affordable than the others. Here’s how the newest kid on the block stacks up against its established rivals.