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KTM Big Bikes To Be Launched In India Soon – 790 AdventureWhen launched, new KTM big bikes will go head to head with offerings from Kawasaki, Suzuki, Honda, Benelli, Royal Enfield and the likesTeam Orange has been one of the most revered premium motorcycle manufacturers in the world. Based out of Austria, KTM has been active in India too, in partnership with Bajaj. Where big bikes are concerned (500cc+ motorcycles), KTM had models on sale for a short period. Now, the company is gearing up to launch its big bikes in India once again.KTM Big Bikes India-Bound – What to Expect?One of India’s leading premium bike manufacturers, KTM, has been at the forefront of catering to enthusiasts in the Asian subcontinent. With a strategic partnership with Bajaj Auto, KTM has thrived in Indian market with their 200, 250, 390 and 125 platform spawning multiple body styles.Where big bikes are concerned, the company has sold 100 units of 790 Duke in India. All 100 were brought in via the CBU route and were sold at a premium price. These 100 units, however, were a tough sell and the last of these 100 KTM 700 Duke offerings were sold at a steal price with heavy discounts.After burning their hands in the big bike realm, KTM stuck to small-capacity single-cylinder offerings like they always had. Primary reasons for this unfavourable sales stunt could have been a lack of premium dealerships and severe design and size resemblance to their smaller and cheaper single-cylinder offerings.2023 KTM 890 AdventureAs per a recent report, KTM has reconsidered launching some of their big bikes in India. The shift in buyer trends, ambition for owning a bigger bike, booming economy and a few other reasons might be the convincing attributes for KTM to take this route. Only, KTM is more ambitious about their big bikes, this time around.So, there will be dedicated KTM premium dealerships in select cities and these big bikes will be sold exclusively through these outlets. Further down the line, a few regular KTM dealers (depending on the area) will also be eligible to sell select big bikes from KTM.Which big bikes will make their way to India?Considering the market and analysing 500cc+ motorcycle sales, KTM 790 Duke, entry point to company’s big bikes, still makes a lot of sense. Alongside that, 990 Duke, 790 Adventure and 890 Adventure might draw buyers as well. Possibility of KTM launching their flagship 1390-based motorcycles is slightly thin.2024 KTM 990 DukeApart from KTM big bikes, we can expect Husqvarna big bikes too. Offerings like Svartpilen 801 and Norden 901 (Duke 790 and 890 Adventure counterparts) might make their way to India.KTM currently sell 125 Duke, RC 125, 200 Duke, RC 200, 250 Duke, 250 Adventure, 390 Duke, 390 Adventure and RC 390. The newest of the bunch is the 2024 390 Duke, featuring the new 399cc engine. RC 390 and 390 Adventure are yet to receive this update. Along with these, KTM is on the verge of introducing a new Enduro lineup based on 390 platform.Source More

Upcoming KTM ADV Motorcycle With AMT GearboxThe upcoming KTM ADV motorcycle with AMT gearbox gets a foot-operated gear selector and shifters on handlebar, but it lacks a clutch leverJust recently, BMW Motorrad patented ASA (Automated Shift Assistant) on R 1300 GS ADV motorcycle. Now, KTM is at it too, teasing motorcycling fraternity with a teaser of its upcoming ADV motorcycle equipped with an AMT gearbox. Also, the prototype teased could very well be the upcoming KTM 1390 Super Adventure.Upcoming KTM ADV Motorcycle With AMT Gearbox TeasedJust like automatic transmission is getting more and more popular on cars, there is an increasing number of motorcycle manufacturers that are exploring this substratum too. Honda Africa Twin DCT and Goldwing DCT are among the first motorcycles that pop up in our mind when speaking of an automatic gearbox equipped motorcycle.Upcoming KTM ADV Motorcycle With AMT GearboxRecently, BMW Motorrad made a lot of headlines by patenting an AMT gearbox option that they are calling ASA. Now, we get to see KTM’s take on an automatic gearbox, which is dubbed AMT (Automated Manual Transmission). Company is teasing their upcoming AMT gearbox on an ADV prototype.This prototype participated in Redbull’s Erzberg Rodeo in Eisenerz, Austria, ridden by French enduro rider, Johnny Aubert. We can see in the video how the bike handles a proper enduro track and showcases its off-road prowess. The prototype in question participated in Iron Road Prologue category, where only twin-cylinder motorcycles are allowed.Upcoming KTM ADV Motorcycle With AMT GearboxSo, this prototype is likely to be based on the company’s new 1390 platform and could be the upcoming 1390 Adventure or 1390 Super Adventure. The camouflage on this prototype clearly says KTM, AMT and Prototype, summing up exactly what it is.How does it operate?The prototype demonstrated in Austria, showed a traditional gear lever along with handlebar-mounted shifters, paddles or triggers. However, there is no clutch lever on the handlebar where you would usually find one. So, this is a clutchless operation and allows rider to either shift from the foot or shift from the handlebar.KTM ADV Without ClutchTraditional (not with motorcycles, though) auto mode also exists and one might ride this motorcycle without worrying about shifting or clutch and the bike would take care of everything. Even when starting or stopping the motorcycle. Something that will command a slight learning curve for existing riders.The trend of automatic transmission on motorcycles seems to be primarily centred towards ADVs or large baggers. Predominantly ADVs. These big adventure machines with automatic transmission options aim to provide added comfort on continental rides and take the hassle of gearshifts and allow riders to fully focus on off-road terrains.KTM ADV Bike With AMT GearboxIn India, KTM is busy testing their upcoming 390 platform motorcycles. There are two – one is 390 Adventure and the other is 390 Enduro. Apart from that, KTM is also developing the new RC 390 that is also likely to launch in India. More

New Ktm Duke 200. Image – Throttle 98The recent launch of 2024 KTM 200 Duke and 250 Duke could offer a significant boost to sales in the month aheadKTM India, a high-performance motorcycle manufacturer of street-fighters and adventure bikes, has revealed sales results for April 2024. The company has seen a significant decline in domestic sales both in terms of YoY and MoM while exports also fell YoY but made up on a MoM basis. It was the KTM 200 series that has found favour both in domestic and export markets, attracting the attention of entry-level riders.KTM Domestic Sales April 2024KTM domestic sales dipped 3.03% YoY and 4.50% MoM to 4,924 units in April 2024. There had been 5,078 units sold in April 2023 while in March 2024 sales had stood at 5,156 units. It was the KTM Duke 200 and RC 200 range that saw the highest sales in domestic markets at 2,983 units, an 11.60% YoY growth from 2,673 units sold in the same month last year. It was however, a 1.32% MoM decline to command a 60.58% share of total units sold.KTM Domestic Sales April 2024KTM 250 and 390 both have seen sales decline YoY and MoM while the KTM 125 has been well received showing off 195 unit sales last month with a 19.63% YoY and 2.09% MoM improvement in sales.KTM Exports April 2024Exports of KTM dipped 9.65% YoY but grew on a MoM basis by 9.53% to 6,009 units from 5,486 units shipped in March 2024. It was the Duke 390, RC 390 and ADV 390 that captured the attention of international buyers and grabbed a lion’s share with 2,468 units exported last month to command a 41.07% share in this export list even as YoY and MoM sales fell significantly.KTM Exports April 2024It was the KTM 200 series that came in next with a triple digit MoM improvement in exports by 104.78% to 1,757 units. The company’s 125cc range continues to command high volumes in global markets with a 389% YoY growth to 978 units in April 2024 from just 200 units shipped in April 2023 while MoM sales grew by 57.74% over 620 units exported in March 2024. Posting a YoY growth of 49.54% was the KTM 250 range (250 Adventure and 250 Duke) with 806 units exported in the past month while its MoM exports dipped by 20.51%.KTM Total (Domestic + Exports) April 2024KTM Total Sales April 2024Total sales (domestic + exports) of KTM suffered a setback on a YoY basis by 6.79% but improved MoM by 2.73% to 10,993 units. There had been 11,729 units and 10,642 units sold in April 2023 and March 2024 respectively.It was the KTM 200 that commanded the most attention with total sales of 4,740 units, a MoM growth of 22.13% over 3,881 units sold in March 2024. KTM 390 (3,101 units) and 250 (1,919 units) range saw total sales in the red but the KTM 125cc has seen outstanding total sales growth of 223.14% YoY to 1,173 units in April 2024 from 363 units sold in April 2023 while MoM sales improved by 44.64% over 811 units sold in March 2024.Recent UpdatesThe 2024 KTM 200 Duke and 250 Duke have just been introduced and both receive new colour schemes and KTM’s ‘Ready To Race’ decals while they continue to draw power via the same engines. Recently, the company took out the new KTM 390 Enduro and 390 Adventure on test rounds showing off their off-roading prowess and several feature updates ahead of launch in India. The KTM 390 also made it to a No. 12 position on the list of 350-450cc motorcycle sales in April 2024. More

2024 KTM 200 Duke Dark GalvanoWhile 2024 KTM 200 Duke gets two new colourways – Electronic Orange and Dark Galvano, 2024 KTM 250 Duke gets a new Atlantic Blue colourwayOne of India’s leading premium and sporty motorcycle manufacturers, KTM, has launched 2024 versions of its popular Duke series with the 200 and 250 displacement classes. 2024 KTM 200 Duke and 250 Duke get all new colours, keeping the product fresh and competition in check, while spearheading into bringing more body styles of 390 platform in India.2024 KTM 200 Duke LaunchedIf there is one KTM product that can be credited with making the brand more mainstream in India, it has to be 200 Duke. Owing to its more affordable price tag (relatively), 200 Duke touched wider range of audiences, propagating brand’s ethos.In domestic market, 200 Duke is the best seller and keeping it fresh is paramount for KTM. In that regard, we get two new colourways with interesting new decals, making the motorcycle more exciting and look more aggressive which should appeal to KTM’s target demographic.New colours are called Electronic Orange and Dark Galvano. Apart from newly added colourways, previously offered Silver Metallic Matt colourway with KTM 200 Duke will continue as is. With new colourways and decals, KTM’s ‘Ready To Race’ philosophy is on full display. It continues to draw power from the same 25 PS 200cc engine as before.2024 KTM 200 Duke Electronic OrangeWP USD telescopic front forks, rear mono-shock setup, lightweight trellis frame, fancy aluminium swingarm, sharp brakes with dual-channel ABS, fat and sticky tyres ensure precise handling. Where pricing is concerned, KTM 200 Duke continues to be priced at Rs. 1.98 lakh (ex-sh).2024 KTM 250 Duke LaunchedEver since KTM launched its 250 platform in India, it emerged as a decent middle ground between 200 and 390 platforms. Sales numbers suggest the same, positioning 250 platform in 2nd place in the domestic market.KTM has added year another colourway with 250 Duke. Called Atlantic Blue, this new colourway strikes a perfect balance between aggression and aesthetics. Just like 200 Duke, it aims to invoke KTM’s ‘Ready To Race’ philosophy on the target demographic with this new colourway. Pricing is kept intact, at Rs. 2.4 lakh (ex-sh).2024 KTM 250 Duke Atlantic BlueApart from the newly launched Atlantic Blue, KTM 250 Duke continues to offer Ceramic White and Electric Orange colourways. Mechanically, there are no updates with 250 Duke and it continues to be powered by the same 31 PS 250cc engine as before. Unlike 200 Duke, 250 Duke gets all LED lighting, a switchable ABS option and KTM’s Quickshifter+ for a spirited riding experience.Statement from KTM IndiaMr. Sumeet Narang, President (Probiking), Bajaj Auto Ltd, said “KTM DUKE represent the pinnacle of engineering, ahead of its class, crafted to unleash the rider’s true potential. Built with READY TO RACE ethos, their youthful spirit is undeniable.A perfect marriage of exhilarating power, razor-sharp control, and a design that commands attention, the new colour variants embody a youthful audacity. We have added new colourways providing multiple choices that align seamlessly with the aspirations of an entirely new generation of riders.” More

KTM 390 Enduro and 390 Adventure Spotted Testing TogetherAs opposed to upcoming 390 Adventure, 390 Enduro is spotted in India for the first time and will rival to-be-launched Royal Enfield Himalayan Raid 450In a rather interesting set of developments, two upcoming KTM lifestyle products have been spotted testing in India. We know the new 390 Adventure is incoming and has commenced testing in India. Which is the second lifestyle bike then? Say namaste to KTM 390 Enduro (name not confirmed) which has been spotted in India for the first time.Upcoming KTM 390 Enduro And 390 Adventure Spotted TestingIf there is one motorcycle to define India’s off-road spectacles in mainstream segment, we have Xpulse 200 Pro from Hero MotoCorp and New Himalayan from Royal Enfield. KTM, on the other hand, has the 390 Adventure that is more of an adventure tourer and the 2024 390 Adventure with the new 399 platform is incoming.KTM 390 Enduro (top) and 390 Adventure (below)But what if you want more off-roading prowess? A KTM motorcycle that is more capable off-road than the new 390 Adventure? That is where 390 Enduro comes into action. This is a more stripped-down version of the 390 Adventure to achieve lower weight and seems to pack larger wheels and higher ground clearance.As seen in the video by The Fat Biker, both motorcycles, 390 Enduro and 390 Adventure, are spotted testing together. 390 Enduro is a visually taller motorcycle and features minimal styling when compared to 390 Adventure. In the video, we can see KTM rider trying hard to evade the videographer. but they still managed to snag some details of these much-awaited bikes.[embedded content]Primary differences between 390 Enduro and 390 Adventure are that Enduro lacks a fairing along with a windscreen, it gets much flatter and sleeker reflective LED headlights, a taller handlebar, a flatter enduro-style seat, a different tail section with integrated grab rails, slightly centre-set rider footpegs and conventionally positioned TFT instrument cluster.In contrast, 390 Adventure gets a more upright-mounted instrument cluster and a fairing with an integrated windscreen owing to its touring roots, it gets a much wider and stepped seat along with pronounced grab rails for a pillion, there is a twin-pod projector LED headlight setup that should prove beneficial on longer hauls.KTM 390 Enduro HeadlightsKTM 390 Adventure HeadlightsSame componentryApart from the more off-road worthy tyres, taller front wheel and longer travel suspension on Enduro 390, both motorcycles sport similar componentry. We’re talking about adjustable USD telescopic front forks from WP, an off-set mono-shock rear suspension setup, a banana-shaped swingarm, the same main frame, similar braking hardware, underbelly exhaust and others. A saree guard is present on 390 Enduro too. So, it will launch in India.Fuel tank is the same with both motorcycles and this is where the keyhole is with both bikes. Both bikes also feature similar front beaks, radiator guards and bashplates. The same 399cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled DOHC 4V engine as 2024 KTM 390 Duke will do duties on both 390 Enduro and 390 Adventure. This engine could make around 45 bhp and 45 Nm on both bikes. Features like ride-by-wire, cruise control, 6-speed gearbox and electronic aids will be on offer. More

2024 KTM RC 200The company’s 390 range including Adventure, Duke and RC models contributed to the highest numbers in February 2024KTM has sold 11,471 units of their lightweight and high-performance single-cylinder offerings. The detailed breakup of this number reveals 4,626 units sold in the domestic market and 6,845 units shipped globally. The company mostly witnessed a decline in sales numbers last month.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – Domestic marketManufactured in partnership with Bajaj, KTM’s single-cylinder portfolio consists of Duke street bike, Adventure dual-sport tourer/off-roader and RC fully-faired motorcycle lineups. Depending on the lineup, KTM sell their motorcycles with a 125, 200, 250 or a 390 platform equipped with high-tech and high-performance powertrains.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – DomesticThe 200cc lineup consisting of RC and Duke models took the highest position with 2,598 units and 56.16% market share in the domestic market. There was a 20.16% YoY and 24.7% MoM decline. 250 lineup sold 953 units and accounted for 20.6% of total domestic sales. This platform saw a 42.24% YoY and a 21.69% MoM decline.390 range was at 873 units and it is the only lineup in the domestic market to register positive growth (38.79% YoY and 1.75% MoM). Lastly, we have 125 lineup with 202 units and saw a 34.84% YoY and a 12.17% MoM decline. In total, KTM’s domestic sales stood at 4,626 units. When opposed to 5,843 units in February 2023 and 5,755 units in January 2024, there was a 20.83% YoY and 19.62% MoM decline.ExportsWhere exports are concerned, the 390 range took the top spot with 3,873 units sold last month. Hence accounting for 56.58% of KTM’s total exports. 390 range registered 23.40% YoY decline over 5,056 units shipped last year and a 20.65% MoM growth over 3,210 units shipped a month before. Volume growth MoM stood at 663 units.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – ExportsIn 2nd spot, we have 200 range with 1,226 units shipped. This platform saw an 11.8% YoY decline, but registered a 70.51% MoM growth, gaining 507 units in volume. The 125 and 250 lineups from KTM shipped 889 and 857 units respectively. 125 lineup fell into the red completely with a 43.66% YoY and a 48.64% MoM decline.Whereas 200 lineup registered a healthy 33.49% YoY growth, gaining 215 units in volume, but lost 197 units in volume due to the 18.69% MoM decline. In total, KTM exports accounted for 6,845 units and there was a 21.01% YoY and a mere 1.95% MoM decline.Total salesExports and domestic markets combined, it was the 390 lineup with 4,746 units which took the 1st position in KTM’s total sales. 390 range accounts for 41.37% of KTM’s total sales and it registered a 16.52% YoY decline and a 16.67% MoM gain. In 2nd place, we have 200 lineup with 3,824 units accounting for 33.34% of KTM’s total sales.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – Total200 lineup registered a 17.66% YoY and an 8.28% MoM decline, losing 820 units YoY and 345 units MoM. Next in line, we have the 250 lineup with 1,810 units and it witnessed a 21.03% YoY and a 20.3% MoM decline and accounted for 15.78% of KTM’s total sales. Lastly, KTM’s smallest displacement lineup, 125, contributed to the least in total sales at just 9.51%.Sales saw a downward trajectory with 42.21% YoY and 44.37% MoM, losing 797 units YoY and 870 units MoM. In total, KTM sold 11,471 units and registered a 20.95% YoY decline over 14,509 units from February 2023 and an 8% MoM decline over 12,469 units from January 2024. More