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KTM DukeAll KTM offerings registered an overall healthy positive growth in MoM analysis, while only 250 lineup registered YoY growth
The iconic sporty motorcycle manufacturer, KTM, closed the month of September of September 2024 with mixed emotions. KTM witnessed consistent YoY decline across the domestic, exports and total sales. While the company’s 390 lineup took the lead in exports, it was the 200 lineup that led the total sales and domestic sales.
The company is also poised to import some of its big bikes to Indian market again. Some dealerships have announced bookings as well. The intended models are 890 Adventure R, 1390 Super Duke R and 1390 Super Adventure, among others. Launch date is yet to be announced.
KTM Sales Breakup Sep 2024 – Domestic
KTM Sales Breakup Sep 2024 – Domestic
Domestic sales for KTM stood at 4,606 units in September 2024. When compared to 4,690 units sold in September 2023 and 4,123 units in August 2024, KTM domestic sales dropped by 1.79% YoY and surged a double-digit 11.71% MoM gaining 483 units in volume. The 200 lineup consisting of Duke and RC models bagged 64.18% of KTM’s domestic sales.
With 2,956 units, 200 lineup witnessed a 5.01% YoY decline, but a healthy 26.76% MoM growth. 250 lineup was the only one with YoY growth in domestic market and it sold 816 units and saw 215.06% YoY growth, but suffered a 16.05% MoM decline. With 695 units sold, 390 lineup fell into the red completely with a 37.72% YoY and a 2.25% MoM decline. Lastly, 125 lineup sold 139 units and with a 31.53% YoY decline, but a surprising 28.70% MoM growth.
KTM Sales Breakup Sep 2024 – Exports
Exports Sep 2024
Internationally, KTM’s 390 lineup is very popular and shows in the sales charts with this lineup commanding 38.62% of KTM’s exports. With 716 units shipped last month, 390 lineup consisting of Adventure, RC and Duke models, witnessed a 37.79% YoY decline and a 6.87% MoM growth.
200 lineup fell into the red completely with 698 units shipped with a 28.34% YoY and a 4.64% MoM decline. As opposed to the 4 units of 250 lineup shipped last year, there was a 10,900% YoY growth and 74.60% MoM growth with 440 units sold. 125 lineup in exports were zero last month. In total, KTM’s exports stood at 1,854 units with a 12.92% YoY decline and an 11.08% MoM growth.
KTM Sales Breakup Sep 2024 – Total Sales
Total Sales Sep 2024
Where total sales are concerned (Domestic + Exports), it is again the 200 lineup that takes the lead with 3,654 units sold last month. This led to a 10.57% YoY decline, but there a substantial 19.26% MoM growth, gaining 590 units in volume and 56.56% of KTM’s total sales. Next in line is 390 lineup with 1,411 units sold, registering a 37.76% YoY decline and a 2.17% MoM growth.
KTM’s 250 lineup is the only one that registered positive growth in both YoY (377.57%) and MoM (2.61%) aspects by selling 1,256 units last month. Lastly, we have 125 lineup that managed to push out 139 units with a 31.53% YoY decline and a 13.01% MoM growth. In total, KTM pushed out 6,460 units across both domestic and exports, with a 5.26% overall YoY decline and an 11.53% overall MoM growth. More

2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EvoWith a range of mechanical and tech advancements, the 2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo sets new standards for adventure touring
KTM’s flagship product in the Super Adventure line-up, the 2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo symbolizes a major evolutionary leap. Everything from its bold design to enhanced performance and cutting-edge technology features, there’s something new and exciting to explore.
2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo – Enhanced performance
The 2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo essentially redefines what enthusiasts generally expect from an adventure bike. Talking about performance, one of the key updates is an automated manual transmission (AMT). This is the first time a KTM motorcycle is getting an AMT. What’s even better is that users have the freedom to operate the bike via manual mode or choose a fully automated transmission. The AMT gearbox promises enhanced control when riding the bike at low or cruising speeds.
2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo
The engine’s displacement has increased from 1,301 cc to 1,350 cc. Power and torque output is 173 PS and 145 Nm. The bike complies with the latest Euro 5+ homologation standards. The 2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo is equipped with an all-new Camshift technology. This upgrade improves peak performance and torque delivery.
Another key feature is WP’s semi-active suspension technology (SAT) that comes with through-rod setup. This tech enhances sensitivity and reduces friction, ensuring super smooth rides. KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo has 19-inch and 17-inch wheels at front and rear, respectively.
2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo
New Dunlop Meridian tyres are installed, 120/70 at front and 170/60 at rear. The tyres have a unique ‘ice-ax’ tread pattern that optimizes water drainage and improves traction across unpaved roads. Braking performance stands improved with new Brembo front master cylinders, along with new front brake pads.
2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo
2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo – Tech advancements
Tech package is updated with an all-new vertically positioned 8.8-inch TFT display. In addition to its intuitive UI, the TFT screen has new inductive technology. It allows riders to use the screen even when wearing gloves. The TFT screen has anti-reflex, anti-fingerprint and anti-glare properties. Another important upgrade is 5th-gen front radar sensor, sourced from Bosch. It can detect vehicles at the front. With enhanced safety, users can achieve a higher maximum speed. The bike has ride modes of Rain, Street, Sport, Offroad and Custom.
2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo
Enhanced ride experience
2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo gets a new windshield that can be adjusted up to 70 mm. Tested in a wind tunnel, the new windscreen enhances wind protection and can tackle the longest of journeys. A new LED headlight is used that is visually enticing and also offers enhanced illumination. KTM has introduced a wide variety of customization options as well. It extends to the shift lever, clutch levers, handlebar position, windshield and seat.
Ride experience is enhanced with new, optimized radiator fans with wings that ensure improved cooling. The seat utilizes specialized materials to improve thermal conductivity. The bike’s lateral air outlets are designed to channel hot air away from the rider’s knees. The footpegs are now 8 mm lower, aimed at achieving a wider knee angle for improved rider comfort. To improve ride experience while standing up, the footpegs are extended 10 mm outwards. More

New KTM Touchscreens LaunchedNew TFT dashboards will initially be seen with KTM’s 2025 flagship bikes, before being introduced with smaller capacity models
One of KTM’s key USPs has been its advanced tech features. Enthusiasts were recently treated to future possibilities with the AMT gearbox being tested by KTM. And now, the Austrian brand has showcased new TFT touchscreens for its upcoming 2025 models.
KTM new TFT touchscreen dashboard
The new TFT dashboards are part of the new updates that aim to improve the HMI (Human-Machine Interface) of KTM bikes. Based on the specific model, there’s a V80 vertically oriented 8-inch TFT dashboard. The H88 is an 8.8-inch TFT touchscreen, positioned horizontally. These screens come with inductive touchscreen functionality, which means they can be operated with or without gloves. Data display will now be clearer, as the new TFT screens have 1280 x 720 resolution.
New KTM Touchscreens Launched – Vertical 8 inch
Another key upgrade is the bonded screen technology that comes with anti-glare screen coatings. Moreover, the screen has anti-fingerprint and anti-reflex characteristics. Such updates ensure that the screen has a wider viewing angle. The colours on the screen will now be crispier as the new units support 256,000 colours. The earlier screens supported 65,000 colours. The significantly higher colour depth will also ensure enhanced detailing in varied lighting conditions.
While IP rating has not been specifically mentioned, KTM has stated that the screens can work seamlessly, irrespective of the weather. Another innovative approach is the availability of touchscreen shortcut buttons on the main screen. This eliminates the need for auxiliary switches. Virtual buttons on the dash allow riders to directly control functions such as fog lights, rider heated seat and heated grips.
New KTM Touchscreens Launched – Horizontal 8.8 inch
Enhanced customization options
KTM’s new TFT dashboards now offer more customization options to riders. For example, users can access configurable split-screen functionality and choose from 5 distinct layout options. Based on their preferences, users can choose what they want to display on their core home screen. The options include map navigation telemetry, cruise control functions, music or favourites. Users can also choose a more generalized screen option that displays the basic information.
New KTM Touchscreens Launched
Revised and optimized switchgear
Further improving overall user experience, the revised switchgear now comes with a dedicated Ride Mode button. Other updates include new cruise control buttons, a new 5-way joystick and back button and new light and ignition switch. For AMT models, there’s a new A/M (automatic/manual) button. Moreover, there are new paddle buttons that can be customized in case of models that are not equipped with AMT. Backlit feature for the new buttons ensures that they can be easily located. The buttons are also positioned at the right place for easy accessibility.
Offline map navigation, eSIM, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
KTM’s new TFT dashboards now come integrated with offline map navigation. Users will be able to access real-time navigation without the need to pair their smartphones with the dashboard. Riders will benefit from active route guidance and route planning as well as preprogrammed Points of Interest and A-B routes. Connectivity has been enhanced with the upgraded CCU3.0 connectivity unit. It runs on Android Automotive operating system and has 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage.
New KTM Touchscreens Launched
Users will be able to access IoT connectivity with eSIM, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and a GPS Antenna. The CCU3.0 also connects automatically with the user’s smartphone when the ignition is turned on. This allows easy access to smartphone features such as music or phone contacts list. While initial updates for the CCU3.0 will be done by KTM dealerships, OTA updates functionality will be provided in the future. More

Upcoming KTM ADV Motorcycle With AMT GearboxWith gear shifts taking just 50 milliseconds, KTM’s AMT system delivers the same level of performance as a manual transmission equipped with a quickshifter
Earlier this year in June, KTM had teased an AMT system at the gruelling Red Bull Erzbergrodeo race. Latest reports indicate that KTM will introduce the clutchless AMT transmission with select models in 2025. KTM Bikes using the LC8 V-Twin engine such as the 1290 Super Adventures, 1290 Super Dukes and upcoming 1390 Adventure and 1390 Super Adventure could be among the first KTM bikes to get the AMT system.
KTM clutchless AMT – How it works?
For initiating the shifts, KTM’s AMT system utilizes an electromagnetic shift actuator. It works by turning the shift drum. KTM’s AMT setup is quite fast as the gear shifts take only around 50 milliseconds. This is almost the same as the time taken to shift gears using a quickshifter. Users can choose either the fully automatic mode or a manual mode. In the manual mode, the gears can be changed via switchgear mounted paddles or using the foot shifter.
KTM ADV Without Clutch
The manual mode works without a clutch, which can have both advantages and disadvantages. For example, professional riders may prefer a clutch for its ability to allow finer control. However, KTM says that the clutchless systems can be advantageous when negotiating a slope, riding at slow speeds, stopping and pulling away. The clutchless system will be especially beneficial for bigger, heavier KTM bikes.
No stall
KTM has ensured that its AMT system is free from stalls. Irrespective of the bike’s speed, it will be almost impossible to stall the engine. The gear shift mechanism works in combination with the ride modes. This allows users to tune the gear shifts based on the riding conditions and their preferences.
As soon as the first gear is engaged, the engine speed is raised, thereby initiating the forward drive. At the same time, the centrifugal clutch is engaged, allowing the bike to move forward. This setup is similar to some of the aftermarket products such as the Rekluse Auto Clutch. However, KTM’s AMT system has an additional electronic control system.
AMT system has the gear shifts in a  ‘P – N – 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6’ sequence. P denotes Park, which is there to avoid any unwanted rolling. It is made possible with the use of a locking pawl installed within the gearbox. Irrespective of whether the engine is running or not, the Park and Neutral positions can be engaged only via the switchgear paddle shifters. Moreover, either the front or rear brake has to be engaged for the AMT system to apply the first gear. While KTM has assured that the AMT will have minimal weight gain, it remains to be seen if there is any significant cost increase.
KTM AMT rivals
Automatic gearbox for premium bikes is not new. Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) is already quite popular, having sold more than 200,000 such bikes. Honda bikes like Africa Twin Adventure Sports have the DCT option. Similarly, there’s BMW’s Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) seen with the latest GS range. Yamaha is also working on its Y-AMT system, which can be offered with select bikes in the future.
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