KTM launches new BS IV-compliant RC 390, RC 200 in India

Bajaj Auto’s aggressive sales plan for the KTM brand in India will see it expand the existing 325-strong dealer network to 450 by March 2018.

Autocar Professional BureauBy Autocar Professional Bureau calendar 19 Jan 2017 Views icon68654 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
Amit Nandi, president, Probiking, and Rajiv Bajaj, MD, Bajaj Auto with the KTM RC 390 and the RC 200.

Amit Nandi, president, Probiking, and Rajiv Bajaj, MD, Bajaj Auto with the KTM RC 390 and the RC 200.

Bajaj Auto has launched the all-new KTM RC range comprising of the RC 390 and the RC 200. While the KTM RC 390 is priced at Rs 225,300, the KTM RC 200 bears a price sticker of Rs 171,340 (both prices ex-showroom Delhi). Bookings have commenced today.

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As with all KTMs, the RC range is also race-ready with the KTM RC 390 (pictured above) boasting of premium features like the ride-by-wire, slipper clutch and ABS. The RC 200 (below) comes with class-leading features like aluminum swingarm, trellis frame and upside-down suspension. Both the RC 390 and RC 200 possess class-leading power of 43.5 PS and 25 PS respectively and sport new racing graphics for 2017. Both models are also compliant with BS IV norms, which are mandatory for all Indian two-wheelers from April 1, 2017.

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Launched in 2012, KTM has gone on to become the fastest growing sports motorcycle brand with over 100,000 motorcycles on Indian roads. What has helped drive growth is the large network of 325 exclusive KTM showrooms, slated to be expanded to 450 in by March 2018.

Commenting on the two new bikes, Amit Nandi, president (Probiking), Bajaj Auto, said: “The new KTM RC 390 is packed to the gills with cutting-edge racing features and the new KTM RC 200 is an exciting upgrade over the previous model. With these products, we will strengthen our already dominant position in the premium sports segment.”

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