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In latest updates, a report from Autocar India claims that the 390 Adventure will not be the only model heading to the KTM India showrooms this month. According to the website, KTM India will also introduce the BS-VI variants of the RC 390, 390 Duke and the 250 Duke before the end of January 2020.

The source report mentions that the Indian launch of the BS-VI KTM motorcycles will take place in a phased manner. According to the report, the 250 Duke will be the first product to arrive with the BS-VI compliance. The quarter-litre Duke motorcycle will be followed by the BS-VI iterations of the 390 Duke and the RC 390 respectively. The BS-VI 200 Duke and RC 200 will arrive by the end of January. Lastly, the BS-VI 125 Duke and RC 125 are expected to arrive in March 2020.

The updated models are not likely to carry a visual overhaul over the old (BS-IV) motorcycles. This will be done to keep the price increase during the BS-VI transition minimal. The BS-VI upgrade is likely to result in a substantial price increase over the old (BS-IV) models, and we could look at an INR 10,000-15,000 hike in the ex-showroom tags.

While KTM India is yet to announce the launch details for the aforementioned models, the company had confirmed in December last year that the 390 Adventure will arrive in January 2020. In fact, the pre-bookings for the motorcycle have already commenced at several KTM dealerships across the country.

Also Read: KTM 250 and 790-based GasGas street bikes under development

To give you a recap, the India-spec 390 Adventure will miss adjustable front forks in order to keep the costs low and prices competitive. All other features will be carried forward from the international-spec model that was unveiled at the 2019 EICMA motorcycle show. In fact, the India-spec model will feature a quick-shifter as standard.

[Source: AutocarIndia.com]

The report adds that the first BS-VI compliant models to go on sale will be the KTM Duke 390, KTM Duke 250 and KTM RC390. The fully-faired RC 390 was showcased recently at EICMA 2019 in new colour options. The 373 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-valve, DOHC engine produces 43 PS of power and 35 Nm of torque. We expect the torque to increase to 37 PS in the fully-faired motorcycle, bringing it in line with the naked and the adventure motorcycles based on the 390 platform.

All three of these machines will undergo a price hike of around INR 15,000 and deliveries will begin from 20 December 2019. This latest price hike does make the 390s fairly expensive. However, given the hardware and performance figures, they remain some of the most value for money offerings in the segment.

Post these three, KTM India will be launching their breadwinners, KTM Duke 125 and KTM RC 125 in January 2020. The performance figures of these to bikes will also remain similar to the BS-IV compliant options. Besides that, the price hike is expected to be in the range of INR 8,000 to INR 10,000.

The report also mentions that deliveries of the new KTM Duke 200 will begin only in February 2020. However, there is no mention of the KTM RC 200.

KTM may even showcase the long-awaited Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 and Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 at India Bike Week this year. Both the motorcycles will be positioned at a premium than the KTM Duke 390 and KTM RC 390.

[Source: Autocar India]

Also Read: KTM 790 Duke India launch postponed to September

The distinctive livery brings the Red Bull logo and branding, along with KTM and Motorex decals, to the KTM RC 200. The Red Bull logo can be seen on the visor and the fairing, while the brand tag is present on the front fender and the fairing. The 200 cc motorcycle gets an Akrapovic decal but continues to use stock, underbelly exhaust system from the factory. The MotoGP team-inspired livery further enhances the sporty visuals of the Austrian bike. The new graphics match the orange shade on the frame and the alloy wheels.

KTM has announced no plans to offer the livery on a mass scale. However, the brand provides sticker sets for its products to enhance the visuals.

The mechanical specifications of the MotoGP livery quipped KTM RC200 are no different from the regular model. The motorcycle uses the familiar 199.5cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with fuel injection tech that churns out 25 PS of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of maximum torque at 8,000 revs. The motor sends power to the back wheel via a six-speed gearbox. The motorcycle sheds speed using a 280 mm and a 230 mm single disc at the front and back respectively. In India, the bike is sold with a single-channel ABS as standard.

Other premium hardware on the KTM RC200 include twin-pod projector headlight, LED tail lamp, LED blinkers, upside-down telescopic forks at the front, adjustable monoshock suspension at the back and a fully-digital instrument console.

Also Read: KTM 390 Adventure spied with soft panniers and a solar backpack

The ABS-equipped KTM RC200 retails at INR 1,89,990 (ex-showroom Mumbai). The 200 cc, Made-in-India, Austrian bike competes with the likes of Bajaj RS200 ABS (INR 1.39 lakh*), Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0 ABS (INR 1.39 lakh*) and the Honda CBR250R (INR 1.34 lakh*). The Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0 ABS and the Honda CBR250R ABS use dual-channel ABS. KTM will soon expand its line-up in India with the launch of the RC125.

*Ex-showroom Delhi prices

[Source: TMCBlog.com]

Also read: KTM 390 Adventure R - Render, Features, Spec & Price expectation

A single-channel ABS is aimed to keep the price increase low and competitive. The motorcycle also benefits from an anti-lift system at the rear that is aimed to avoid the back wheel from lifting up under hard braking.

There are no further changes to the RC200, and the motorcycle continues to feature the specifications from the outgoing version. Thus, propelling tasks are performed by a 199.5cc, liquid cooled, single cylinder, fuel-injected engine that delivers 25 PS of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 revs. The motor comes mated with a six-speed gearbox.

Stopping power comes from a 280 mm single disc at the front and a 230mm disc at the rear. Other hardware specifications include full digital multi-function instrument console, twin-pod projector headlight, upside down suspension at the front and a monoshock at the back.

Also read: Upcoming motorcycles, Part 4 - Yamaha MT-15, KTM RC 250...

Dealers have started to accept the bookings for the RC200 ABS. Meanwhile, the non-ABS RC200 will be available until stocks last. The only direct rival to the KTM RC200 is its cousin from Bajaj, the RS200 ABS that retails for INR 1.39 lakh*. Other close rivals include the Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0 ABS and the Honda CBR250R that are sold for INR 1.39 lakh* and INR 1.34 lakh* respectively. Both, the Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0 ABS and Honda CBR250R ABS receive dual-channel ABS.

* ex-showroom Delhi prices

Suzuki Gixxer SF

The Suzuki Gixxer SF is the full-faired version of the Gixxer naked motorcycle. Apart from the fairing, it comes with features like single-channel ABS and fuel injection. The Suzuki Gixxer SF starts at INR 90,451 and goes up to INR 1,00,630 (ex-showroom Delhi) for the top-end FI with ABS variant.

Powering the Suzuki Gixxer SF is a 154.9 cc, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled motor with SEP (Suzuki Eco Performance) technology. The engine is capable of pumping out a maximum power of 14.60 bhp at 8,000 rpm while generating a peak torque of 14 Nm at 6,000 rpm. A 5-speed transmission works in sync with the powertrain.

Yamaha R15 V3.0

Since its introduction in India in 2008, the Yamaha R15 has reached a cult status in the domestic market and is one of the best selling faired motorcycles in India. The bike is now in its third generation, with the launch of the Yamaha R15 V3.0 at the Auto Expo 2018 in February. Yamaha recently introduced the YZF-R15 V3.0 MotoGP Edition, priced at INR 1.30 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

The Yamaha R15 V3.0 employs a 155 cc, single-cylinder, 4-valve, liquid-cooled engine with fuel injection that is capable of generating 19 bhp of maximum power at 10,000 rpm while developing 15 Nm of peak torque at 8,500 rpm, mated to a six-speed gearbox. The YZF-R15 V3.0 is the only bike in its segment and in this list to feature variable valve actuation (VVA) technology and a slipper clutch assembly.

Bajaj Pulsar RS200

The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 takes design inspiration from the Bajaj Pulsar SS400 Concept, which was showcased at the Auto Expo 2014. The Pulsar RS200 is the first Bajaj motorcycle to receive a single-channel ABS unit, while it is also the most powerful and fastest Pulsar yet. The bike features dual projector headlamps, semi-digital instrument cluster, and LED DRLs.

The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 sources power from a 199.5 cc, liquid-cooled, 4-valve, single-cylinder engine with digital triple spark ignition. The Fuel-injected motor produces 24 bhp of maximum power and 18.6 Nm of peak torque, coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike costs INR 1.26 lakh for the non-ABS model and INR 1.38 lakh for the ABS variant (both the prices are ex-showroom Delhi).

Yamaha Fazer 25

The Yamaha Fazer 25 is a full-faired entry-level tourer from India Yamaha Motor that is based on the Yamaha FZ25. While the design of the fairing is polarising, Yamaha says it has chosen function over form. The motorcycle features LED headlamp and taillight, digital instrument cluster and disc brakes at both the ends.

The Yamaha Fazer 25 costs INR 1.29 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) and competes with the Bajaj Pulsar RS200. The Fazer 25 uses a 249 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled motor that produces 20.3 bhp of maximum power at 8,000 rpm along with a peak torque of 20 Nm at 6,000 rpm, paired with a 5-speed gearbox.

Honda CBR250R

Priced at INR 1.64 lakh and INR 1.94 lakh for the non-ABS and ABS variants respectively, the Honda CBR250R is one of the most expensive faired motorcycles in the list. The 2018 CBR250R comes with features like full-LED headlight, semi-digital speedometer, LED taillight and optional ABS.

The Honda CBR250R sources power from a 249.6 cc, single-cylinder motor with fuel injection and liquid cooling that couples to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine churns out 25.7 bhp of maximum power at 8,500 rpm and 22.9 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm.

KTM RC200

The KTM RC200 is the most expensive faired bike in this list at INR 1.77 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). However, it is easily the most feature-rich as well. It comes with twin projector lamps, all-digital instrument console, USD forks and an aluminium swingarm. That said, it misses out on ABS, which is available as an option on the Honda CBR250R and the Bajaj Pulsar RS200.

Powering the KTM RC200 is a 199.5 cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled engine that produces 25.5 bhp of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 19.3 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm. A 6-speed transmission works in harmony with the motor. Anchorage comes from disc brakes at both the ends.

The new black colour scheme becomes only the second colour option on the KTM RC200 along with the existing white paint scheme. In essence, the RC200 is the only motorcycle in the KTM RC range to get two colour options, whereas the KTM RC390 continues to be available with a single colour. KTM India is offering the RC 200 Black Colour at the same prices as that of the regular variant without charging any premium.

The KTM RC200 black colour variant looks largely similar to the RC390 with slight variations in the graphics. The bike gets orange coloured trellis frame and wheels, while the bodywork is gloss black. The RC200 black colour gets white and orange body decals, however, as compared to the RC390, the decals on the RC 200 are inverted. For instance, the inner fairing on the RC200 is finished in white, while the outer fairing sports orange decals.

As far as performance is concerned, the bike remains unchanged. The KTM RC200 sources its power from a 199.5cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine that is capable of producing 25.5 bhp of maximum power and 19.2 Nm of peak torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed transmission. Equipment list includes projector headlamps and a digital instrument cluster.

Also Read: KTM working on sensor-based safety technologies - Report

The bike gets its stopping power from disc brakes on both the ends; however, ABS is sorely missed. That said, ABS will be made mandatory on all bikes in India above 125cc from April 2019. Suspension duties are shouldered by upside-down fork upfront along with a preload-adjustable mono-shock at the rear.

KTM has introduced the 2017 KTM Duke 200 and the 2017 KTM RC390 in Nepal. The bikes are in the same exact spec as the Indian model. Bookings have commenced, and deliveries will be made based on unit availability.

2017 KTM Duke 200

KTM Duke 200 uses a 199.5 cc single cylinder mill coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine is capable of producing 25 PS of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm. The bike does not get ride by wire or slipper clutch and is suspended on upside down forks in the front and a monoshock in the rear, both by WP.

Brakes in the 2017 KTM Duke 200 include a 300 mm disc up front and a 230 mm unit in the rear. ABS is not on offer. The orange backlit instrumentation remains the same, and the headlamp is a halogen unit.

The 2017 KTM Duke 200 has been priced at NPR 444,900 (ex-showroom, Kathmandu).

2017 KTM RC200

Powering the 2017 KTM RC200 is the same 199.5 cc mill as the naked Duke 200. The bike is slightly heavier at 154 kg. Changes from the 2016 model include new colour option and 12 mm of extra padding on the pillion seats. Tyres too have been sourced from MRF.

The exhaust remains the same underbelly unit but is BSIV compliant which is the new government emission norms prescribed in India where these bikes are built and shipped from.

The 2017 KTM RC390 has been priced at NPR 529,900 (ex-showroom, Kathmandu).

KTM has launched the 2017 KTM RC390 and 2017 KTM RC200 in India, and are compliant with the upcoming BSIV emission norms. Deliveries of the RC390 will begin by mid-February 2017 while the RC200 will start by end-January 2017.

2017 KTM RC390

Getting serious mechanical updates, the KTM RC390 seems even more alluring. The 373.3 cc single cylinder liquid-cooled mill gets a slipper clutch and ride by wire. Coupled to a 6-speed gearbox the engine is capable of producing 43.5 PS of maximum power at 9,000 rpm and 36 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm (increased from 35 Nm). The fuel tank has been shrunk to hold 9.5 litres of petrol. The bike tips the scale at 170 kg and a power to weight ratio of 256 PS/tonne.

The 2017 KTM RC390 gains a bigger 320 mm front disc (up from 300 mm) and new exhaust system with a stainless steel underfloor pre-silencer and a rear aluminium absorption silencer containing the catalytic converter. Front brake and clutch levers are now adjustable, and the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP) is also new. It also gets a new Controller Area Network (CAN Bus). The new paint is UV resistant, and the rear view mirror is slightly bigger.

The 2017 KTM RC390 has been priced at INR 225,300 which is INR 11,024 more than the outgoing model.

2017 KTM RC200

The 2017 KTM RC200 gets a new white and orange paint scheme which looks like a step down from the dark colour option the 2016 version had. The 199.5 cc single cylinder liquid-cooled mill is coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine is capable of producing 25 PS of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm.

Brakes are the same 300 mm single front disc and a 230 mm rear unit. ABS continues to be absent. The 2017 KTM RC200 tips the scales at 154 kg. Apart from the new colour, the pillion seat gets 12 mm of extra padding.

The 2017 KTM RC200 is priced at INR 171,740 which makes it INR 2,323 more expensive than the 2016 model.

2017 KTM RC390 - Image Gallery

KTM India has confirmed the launch of the 2017 KTM RC models on January 19, 2017. These are the 2017 KTM RC390 and 2017 KTM RC200. Changes include cosmetic as well as mechanical alterations.

The 2017 KTM RC390 gets a new side-mounted canister exhaust system, helping the mini sports bike turn more eco-friendly and meet BSIV compliance. It also features a bigger diameter 320 mm front disc adding to the stopping power of the motorcycle. The 2017 KTM RC390 continues to have dual channel ABS as standard.

The bike draws power from the same 373 cc single cylinder, liquid-cooled mill coupled to a six-speed gearbox and a slipper clutch. The engine is capable of 43.5 PS of maximum power at 9,000 rpm and 36 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm (up from 35 Nm). The addition of a new exhaust system though raises the kerb weight of the bike by 4 kg, registering at 170 kg.

The KTM RC390 in India is also expected to gain ride by wire, a feature which has been present in the European 2016 models but skipped for India. All this, however, guarantees a small price hike.

The press conference on 19 January also witnesses the launch of 2017 KTM RC200. KTM India's entry-level bike gets minor cosmetic changes and a thicker pillion seat. The 199.5 cc single cylinder continues producing 25 PS of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm.

KTM is also expected to launch the totally-revamped 2017 KTM Duke 390 in India within a few months.

India is soon set to gain 2017 editions of the KTM RC200 and KTM RC390. Both the bikes gain a new paint scheme while the latter gains ride by wire and a new canister exhaust, reveals a brochure leak posted by Motoroids.

The KTM RC390 uses the same 373.3 cc single cylinder liquid cooled, fuel injected mill. Coupled to a 6 speed gearbox the engine is capable of producing 43.5 PS of maximum power at 9,000 rpm and 36 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm (up from 35 Nm).

The 2017 KTM RC390 gains a new exhaust system with a stainless steel underfloor pre-silencer and a rear aluminium absorption silencer containing the catalytic converter. The bike also gains a bigger 320 mm front disc and tips the scales at 170 kg (up by 4 kg). Switchable ABS remains as standard.

The KTM RC200, on the other hand, continues with an underbelly exhaust unit. The 199.5 cc mill is capable of producing 25 PS of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm. The pillion seat gets 12 mm of extra padding. The 2017 KTM RC200 also gains a new white and orange paint scheme. ABS continues to be absent even as an option.

Expect the 2017 KTM RC390 and 2017 KTM RC200 to launch in India within months.

[Source: Motoroids]

The RS200 and the RC200 are powered by a 199.5 cc engine, while the larger Honda gets a 249 cc unit. Both these engines are of the single-cylinder and liquid-cooled types. Where the RC200 makes a higher 24.7 bhp at 10,000 rpm, the Pulsar RS200 produces 24.2 bhp at 9,750 rpm. The CBR, thanks to its displacement makes 26 bhp at 8,500 rpm. The Honda is also the torque-iest of the lot.

All motorcycles feature a 6-speed gearbox with a 1-down 5-up pattern. Courtesy of its lighter 154 kg kerb weight, the RC200 aces in the power:weight ratio department with 160.4 bhp/tonne, while the Pulsar RS200 puts out the lowest at 146.7 bhp/tonne.

The Pulsar and the CBR feature a similar suspension setup with Telescopic forks for the front and a box-section swingarm for the rear. The KTM though comes with upside-down forks in the front and an alloy swingarm for the rear.

KTM does not offer ABS on the RC200, while the Honda and Bajaj are equipped with this feature. The RS200 is the only motorcycle in its class to get petal-shaped discs as the rest make do with regular disc brakes.

Also read: Bajaj Pulsar AS150 launched at INR 79,000

Coming to the pricing, the Pulsar RS200 is a good INR 47,000 cheaper than the RC200 at INR 1.3 lakhs, ex-Showroom, New Delhi. The CBR 250R is the most expensive of the lot at INR 1.88 lakhs.

KTM's distributor in Nepal, Hansaraj Hulas Chand and Company have launched the KTM RC390 and RC200 in Nepal, and priced them at NPR 649,000 (INR 4.05 lakhs) and NPR 499,900 (INR 3.12 lakhs) respectively. These are approximately double the prices of these bikes in India.

The company has started accepting bookings for these bikes at their showroom located in Naxal, Kathmandu. Currently, KTM has a market share of 40 percent in the premium bike market in Nepal, and aims to increase this to 50 percent this financial year.

The KTM RC's borrow their powertrains from their respective Duke siblings. The RC390 is powered by a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled 373.2 cc engine capable of 43.5 PS (42.9 bhp) at 9,000 rpm and 35 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm.

The RC200 on the other hand uses a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 199.5 cc engine developing 25 PS (24.64 bhp) at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm. Both motorcycles get a 6-speed transmission.

Dripping wet, the RC390 weighs 166 kg while the RC200 comes in at 154 kg.

Also read: India-made KTM Duke 390 and RC390 to launch in the U.S.

The RC twins were launched in India in September for INR 1.6 lakhs (for RC200) and INR 2.05 lakhs, ex-Showroom, Delhi. The bikes sold in Nepal are indeed exported from India.

KTM RC390 - Image Gallery

PT Moto KTM Indonesia had showcased the RC390 in the country and has commenced online bookings for the supersport bike for 390 hours starting last week, all the while not talking about the KTM RC200.

The Austrian bike maker has pleasantly surprised the Indonesian enthusiasts by opening bookings for the smaller model as well. Customers can book their KTMs online via the official website which will accept orders till November 24. The fully faired duo will be shipped from India starting early next year.

While the KTM RC390 doesn't have direct competition in the Indonesian market until the arrival of something like the Yamaha YZF-R3, the RC200 will lock horns with quarter litre candidates such as the Kawasaki Ninja 250 and Honda CBR250R.

The smaller sibling shares its design and equipment with the RC390 but gets the Duke 200's single-cylinder liquid-cooled motor. Displacing 199.5 cc, the fuel-injected engine is capable of 25 PS (24.64 bhp) at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm. The motorcycle weighs 154 kg (fully fueled) giving it a power-to-weight ratio which is comparable with its bigger engined rivals.

Also read: KTM RC twins get Race and Style design packages in India

Competitors: Honda CBR250R, Kawasaki Ninja 250
Expected Price: IDR 60 million (around INR 3.02 lakhs)
Launch Date: Early 2015

1. KTM RC390 and RC200

The KTM RC390 and RC200 fully faired sportsbikes have been launched in India at tempting introductory prices of INR 2.05 lakhs and INR 1.60 lakhs respectively (ex-showroom Delhi). The motorcycles are experiencing a strong demand and can be booked for INR 30,000.

2. Renault Duster AWD

The Renault Duster AWD with a shift-on-the-fly 4x4 system has been launched in India in two variants, starting from INR 11.89 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi).

3. NADA 2014

Indian Autos Blog was the only publication from India to report live from the successful Nepal Auto Show 2014 (NADA 2014) which witnessed introductions several India-made cars and two-wheelers into the Nepalese market.

4. IIMS 2014

Indian Autos Blog also reported live from the Indonesia International Motor Show 2014 which was bigger and better than before. The motor show had its own share of global premieres.

5. CAMPI 2014

The Philippines International Motor Show 2014 (CAMPI 2014) was the third international motor show within a month for Indian Autos Blog. Like Nepal, CAMPI 2014 showcased a good number of made-in-India and India-bound cars.

The KTM RC390 and RC200 are inarguably the most anticipated launches in the Indian two wheeler market this year. The duo which were launched last month with mouth watering price tags, but only a handful of them have hit the roads as dealers await stock from the company.

Indian Autos Blog learns from some KTM dealers that the bookings for the fully faired sportsbike have received excellent response from the customers with the bigger motorcycle enjoying significantly more demand, notwithstanding a premium of INR 45,000 compared to its smaller sibling.

According to some dealers in the southern region of the country, the first deliveries of the twins have already commenced and a fresh stock is expected to arrive later this month. These dealers also say that the bikes have an average waiting period of 1.5 months if booked now.

However, most showrooms across the country have not commenced deliveries yet and a few dealers reveal that the first lot of RC390 and RC200 will be handed over to the customers towards the end of this month and the waiting period for new orders range from a fortnight to two months depending on the city.

The KTM RC390 is priced at INR 2.05 lakhs while the RC200 retails at INR 1.6 lakhs (both prices are ex-showroom Delhi). The more expensive RC390 offers higher power, ABS braking and superior Metzeler tyres (RC200 is shod with MRF rubber).

Also read: KTM RC390 and RC200 get customization packs

The RC390's 373.2 cc motor pumps out 42.9 bhp and 35 Nm of torque while the RC200's 200 cc engine puts out 24.64 bhp and 19.2 Nm of torque. A 6-speed gearbox is standard across the models.

KTM RC390 - Image Gallery

1. Audi Q3 Dynamic

The Audi Q3 Dynamic is the new top-end variant in Audi's Indian crossover line. Priced at INR 38.4 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai), the crossover offers Audi Drive Select system, new exterior color options and more.

2. KTM RC390

The fully faired KTM RC390 has been launched in India at an attractive price range of INR 2.05 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). The motorcycle packs in 42.9 bhp and 35 Nm of torque.

3. KTM RC200

The KTM RC200 has also been launched alongside its big brother, at INR 1.6 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi). The motorcycle derives its engine from the Duke 200 and has 24.64 bhp and 19.2 Nm of torque on tap. Just like its sibling, a 6-speed gearbox harnesses the power.

4. 2016 Toyota Innova

IAB reader Mr. Siddhartha has spotted the 2016 Toyota Innova testing in Bangalore. The next gen MPV is based on a new ladder frame chassis and should be launched in India in early 2016.

5. 2015 Mercedes B Class

The 2015 Mercedes B Class (facelift) has been unveiled ahead of its Paris Motor Show debut. The refreshed compact premium car gets a sportier front fascia and dashboard. The engine options are retained and all-wheel drive variants are included for the first time.

The KTM RC390 and RC200 landed with mouth watering introductory price tags. Right from the launch, KTM is offering two customization packages for the duo, namely Style and Race.

The customization packages just add different decals on the front fender, fairing and fuel tank. The Style package uses an orange, black and white combo with the letters RC and KTM taking the prime real estate on the fairing. The Racing package has a white background and carries the logo's of the Austrian two wheeler maker's motorsport partners.

The customization packages make it even more difficult to differentiate between the RC300 and RC200 visually.

The customization packages bring about no mechanical changes whatsoever. The RC390's 372.3 cc single-cylinder unit continues to pump out 42.9 bhp and 35 Nm while the RC200's 200 cc single cylinder mill develops 24.6 bhp and 19.2 Nm of torque. The motors are mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

 Watch the KTM RC390 reach a top speed of 179 km/h

The Duke-based fully faired motorcycles feature reduced rake angle and wheelbase to change directions more readily.

KTM RC390 & RC200 Style Package - Image Gallery

The KTM RC200 fully faired sportsbike has been launched in India today at INR 1.6 lakhs (ex-showroom, New Delhi) alongside the RC390.

Design wise, the RC200 is pretty much similar to that of the RC390. The visual differences come in the form of the body decals and MRF tyres (the RC390 employs Metzeler tyres).

Powering the RC200 is a familiar 200 cc single-cylinder motor from the Duke 200. The engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox to develop 24.64 bhp and 19.2 Nm of torque. With a kerb weight of just 154 kg, the track-bred RC200 boasts of a power-to-weight ratio of 159.7 bhp/tonne.

The equipment list includes dual LED daytime running lights on the beak, twin headlamps, fully digital instrument console and split seats. The bike is equipped with inverted telescopic front suspension and a rear mono suspension, both from supplier WP. The decelerating power is provided by single disc at either ends but no ABS is on offer.

Compared to its naked sibling, the RC200 has a reduced rake angle and a shorter wheelbase. The changes are said to have enhanced the handling.

The KTM RC200 has no direct rivals but it would challenge the Honda CBR 250R. Bookings start tomorrow (September 10).

KTM RC200 - Press Release

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