It’s surely raining bikes in India. With world class motorcycles such as the KTM 390 Duke having made it to India, gone are the days when Indian performance bike lovers had no choice but to restrict them to the likes of Hero Karizma and Bajaj Pulsar 220. Now, most international performance bike makers have decided to make an entry into the Indian market and among the most promising of the upcoming entry level/middle-weight performance bikes are a handful of beasts from renowned Austrian bike maker KTM. Here is a list of upcoming KTM Bikes in India 2014-2015:-
KTM RC 200
- Expected Launch Date- Mid 2014
- Expected Price- INR 1,40,000- 1,55,000
- Engine- 200 cc
- Power- 26 PS
The excitement around KTM RC200 is building up as its launch date nears. It is speculated that KTM RC200’s global launch will shortly be followed by its launch in India, which will be somewhere around mid 2014. The RC200 will run on a modified version of Duke’s DOHC single cylinder 200cc engine that will gush out a power of 26 PS. With amazingly sexy looks and a price tag of INR 1,40,000-1,55,000, this bike is definitely among the most awaited models in the biking fraternity.
KTM RC390
- Expected Launch Date- mid 2014
- Expected Price- INR 2.2 lakhs
- Engine- 375 cc
- Power- 45 Bhp
Very similar to RC200 in terms of looks, the KTM RC390, which boasts of considerably more power, is also expected to be launched in mid 2014. As we said, RC390 offers a sportier performance and this hulk has created enough buzz prior to its launch. Expected to be priced at INR 2.2 lakhs, RC 390 is powered by a 375 cc engine that spurts out a power of 45 BHP. It will indeed be interesting to see which of the two, RC 200 and RC 390, will be a bigger hit among the bikers.
KTM 390 Adventure
- Expected Launch Date- 2015
- Expected Price- INR 2.5 lakhs
- Engine- 373.2 cc
- Power- 42 bhp
KTM is surely expected to ride high on success with the launch of KTM 390 Adventure in mid/late 2015. With an expected price tag of INR 2.5 lakhs, 390 Adventure will surely be a dream bike for the bikers who love venturing off the beaten tarmac. 390 Adventure is powered by a 373.2 cc engine that would spurt out a power of 42 Hp. With its adventure-style looks and a highly capable engine, the 390 will definitely be treat for the bikers out there.
KTM 1190 Adventure
- Expected Launch Date- December 2015
- Expected Price- INR 12-14 lakhs
- Engine- 1190 cc
- Power- 145 Bhp
The upcoming KTM 1190 Adventure could very well open gates to a new sub segment of the ‘big’ performance bikes in India. This brute of a bike is powered by a mighty 1190 cc engine that churns out a power of 145 Bhp. It is speculated that 1190 Adventure will be the best adventure motorcycle India has ever seen. 1190 Adventure could come for a whopping price of INR 12-14 lakhs. This versatile motorcycle will be one of a kind that India has ever seen.
its rc 200 looks gud thn rc 390
The picture of the Adventure390 shown is the Adventure 1190 itself! Awaiting for the Adventure390!! 🙂 Kudos to KTM & Bajaj \m/
Is the 390 adventure news confirmed??? Because I haven't heard about this anywhere else.
Finally a buffet to satiate everybody’s appetite. Tourers like me always had the gripe of loading their nakeds or rely on a spartan bullet.
The cheapest touring machine visible was the kawasaki N650 and the next jump happened to be the suzuki bandit that was almost twice as expensive at a shade over 10 lacs.
KTM is eagerly wanting to fill this gap with the Adventure 390 that will actually be a poor man’s BMW GS 800. But knowing KTM products, I am confident this one will be no slouch and will have decent ergonomics for those long rides.
I wish they also had some basic traction control besides abs.
In the accessories section if they could offer panniers, back racks, tank bags , protectors and auxillary lights , it will be a complete offering . And yes, the tank size needs to be at least 15 liters if not more to give a range of about 350 kms.
For those with deep pockets the Adventure 1190 will have to fight it out with the v-strom, ninja 1000 , gs 800 , aprilia coponardo and the likes.
But who cares if there is machine for every pocket.
My experience with the duke 200 has been surreal so far and just when i thought i need to move on to the 390, I see this news which is sheer delight.
The KTM 390 adventure picture posted here is different than the one posted in your earlier article. Both are amazing though, but which one is the correct one if they are?