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    2024 KTM 200 Duke, 125 Duke Pictures Leaked Before Launch – New Features

    2024 KTM 200 DukeLaunch of updated 2024 KTM 200 Duke and 125 Duke might happen soon and we can expect a price hike associated with added features
    Popular performance motorcycle manufacturer, KTM, is set to launch updated 2024 200 Duke and 125 Duke in India soon. Easily one of the most anticipated launches among KTM enthusiasts, new 200 Duke and 125 Duke packs updated features list that should position them against rivals in a better way.
    2024 KTM 200 Duke
    As per recent revelations, 2024 KTM 200 Duke and 125 Duke launch will happen soon and units have begun to arrive at dealerships. Currently, Duke lineup consists of 125 Duke, 200 Duke, 250 Duke and 390 Duke. The new updates to 200 Duke and 125 Duke bring improvements and betters the explosive street bike proposition for a new era.
    The update in question is only for two products 200 Duke and 125 Duke. Both motorcycles are part of Bajaj-KTM partnership. Bajaj manufactures KTM’s single-cylinder consumer lineup in its Chakan plant for KTM to market both here in India and abroad.
    As seen with the recent spy shots there are no design changes with this update. Body panels and styling elements are still edgy, in typical KTM manner, still retaining the old Duke DNA and not the one seen with the new 390 Duke, adhering to original Duke’s design ethos.
    200 Duke Electronic Orange
    The main update with 2024 KTM 200 Duke is that it gets a new larger instrument screen. With this new cluster, 200 Duke will get Bluetooth connectivity and a host of other features. This new screen will replace the old LCD backlit unit that has done duty on KTM bikes for over a decade.
    With the addition of this more advanced cluster, 2024 KTM 200 Duke also gets updated switchgear with dedicated buttons to navigate various menus. Other than the addition of new instrument screen and updated switchgear, 200 Duke remains the same when it comes to mechanicals and componentry.
    Updates to 125 Duke
    Apart from 200 Duke, KTM is also updating its most affordable 125 Duke as well. While 200 Duke got just one update, 125 Duke gets two updates. For starters, it gets the same instrument cluster along with updated switchgear as seen with the new 200 Duke. In addition, 2024 KTM 125 Duke gets all-LED headlights.
    390 Duke Instrument Cluster – For Reference Only
    New LED headlight assembly looks vastly better than the halogen unit it used to get before. With aesthetics befitting of Duke lineup. 2024 KTM 125 Duke continues with the same 124.7cc liquid cooled engine generating 14.3 bhp and 12 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
    KTM is brining back the Silver colourway with 2024 200 Duke. While colour options on 2024 125 Duke are still unknown. With updated 200 Duke and 125 Duke, KTM might incorporate a price hike as well. Exact price hike is not known yet, but we can expect around Rs 4,000 to Rs 5,000 with 200 Duke and slightly more with 125 Duke.
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    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro Spotted Again – New Details Emerge

    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro SpiedPowering the upcoming KTM 390 Adventure Enduro will be the same 399cc engine that does duty on the new KTM 390 Duke
    For off-road enthusiasts in India, KTM currently offers the 390 Adventure and 390 Adventure X. To facilitate more thrilling rides, KTM will soon bring the 390 Adventure Enduro model to India. Launch is expected later this year or in early 2025.
    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro – What to expect?
    Earlier this year in March, KTM 390 Adventure Enduro was spotted testing for the first time in India. It was spotted alongside the new 390 Adventure that is also expected to be launched in the coming months.
    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro Spied
    Latest spy shots reveal that 390 Adventure Enduro is undergoing some heavy testing during the monsoon season. With the amount of dust and debris on the test mule, it seems like the bike has been on a long, arduous journey. While spy shots are from an on-road environment, some off-road trails could have been on the bike’s travel plans.
    Even a quick glance is enough to conclude that KTM 390 Adventure Enduro is primed to conquer the most challenging trails. The Enduro is essentially a stripped-down version of the 390 Adventure. It has minimal fairing, no windscreen and a short tail section. Being lightweight, KTM 390 Enduro will have a higher power-to-weight ratio. The bike’s agile characteristics and overall control and handling are also improved with a lower weight profile.
    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro Spied
    Some of the key features include a raised front fender, sleek LED headlight and LED turn signals and polygonal rear-view mirrors. The bike has a sculpted fuel tank, raised handlebar, flat seat design, toothed foot pegs and underbelly exhaust. Riding stance looks fairly comfortable, making the bike suitable for longer rides. Tech kit will include a simple LCD instrument display with Bluetooth connectivity. However, more advanced features such as turn-by-turn navigation may not be available.
    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro Spied
    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro – Performance, specs
    Both the new 390 Adventure and Adventure Enduro will be getting the 399cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. It is the same as in use with the KTM 390 Duke. Delivering 45 PS and 39 Nm, the engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine could be tweaked to suit the bike’s ADV credentials.
    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro Spied
    Talking about the core hardware, KTM 390 Adventure Enduro will borrow most of the components from the 390 Adventure. Front inverted forks have a long suspension travel, whereas a WP offset monoshock does duty at the rear. The test mule appears to be riding on 21-inch and 18-inch wheels at front and rear, respectively. Braking setup could comprise 320 mm front and 230 mm rear disc brakes. The brake lever will be an adjustable unit and the same could be true for the clutch lever as well.
    2025 KTM 390 Adventure Enduro Spied
    KTM 390 Adventure Enduro – Launch date, price
    It is expected that KTM will showcase the 390 Adventure Enduro at the upcoming EICMA, scheduled for November 7-10. The bike could be launched subsequently by the end of this year or early 2025. Launch price could be around Rs 3.60 lakh. KTM 390 Adventure Enduro will primarily rival the upcoming Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Raid.
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    KTM India Sales July 2024 – Duke, RC, 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

    New Ktm Duke 200KTM sales suffered a decline in domestic markets on a YoY basis while exports saw more positive results boosted particularly by the 390 Series
    KTM sales in domestic markets suffered a YoY and MoM decline with the company’s 200cc range garnering the most attention. In export markets, however, it was the 390 range that includes the Adventure, Duke and RC models that brought in higher numbers. Let’s break down this sales performance in terms of sales both in the domestic and global market respectively.
    KTM Domestic Sales July 2024
    KTM has reported a significant decline in domestic sales down to 4,634 units, a 12.32% YoY de-growth over 5,285 units sold in July 2023. It was also a 5.27% MoM dip in sales over 4,892 units sold in June 2024. In domestic markets, it was the KTM Duke 200 and RC 200 range that showed some positivity, though only with a marginal 0.67% YoY improvement to 2,856 units, up from 2,837 units sold in July 2023 to command a 61.63% share on this list. MoM sales however, dipped by 2.59% over 2,932 units sold in June 2024.
    KTM Domestic Sales July 2024
    KTM 250 Adventure and 250 Duke saw sales lower by 2.19% on a YoY basis and by 2.55% MoM to 1,070 units to command a 23.09% share. 390 Series from KTM, consisting of RC390, Duke390 and ADV390 suffered a 47.15% YoY and 15.04% MoM decline in sales to just 593 units whereas there had been 1,122 units sold in July 2023 and 698 units sold in June 2024. Sales of the RC125 and Duke125, the lowest powered bikes in the KTM fleet, were down by 50.43% last month to 115 units while it also suffered a 29.88% MoM decline.
    KTM Exports July 2024
    KTM exports improved by 31.64% YoY in July 2024 to 3,566 units, up from 2,709 units sold in July 2023. MoM exports however suffered a 2.54% setback from 3,659 units shipped in June 2024. Globally, it was the KTM 390 range that commanded the most attention and also saw positive sales at 2,156 units. This was a 75.28% MoM growth from 1,230 units shipped in June 2024. Thereafter, all the other bikes saw lower exports.
    KTM Exports July 2024
    KTM 200 exports dipped by 54.91% YoY and 41.41% MoM to 730 units while KTM 250 series suffered a 37.61% YoY and 34.24% MoM decline to 730 units. KTM’s 250 range, of which only 680 units were shipped last month saw a 37.61% YoY decline over 1,090 units exported in June 2023 while MoM exports slipped by 31.24% over 989 units shipped in June 2024. Exports of the KTM 125 fell from 194 units exported in June 2024 to 0 units in the past month.
    KTM Total (Domestic + Exports) July 2024
    KTM Domestic Sales + Exports July 2024
    Taking into account total sales of KTM in July 2024, the company showed off a 2.58% YoY growth thanks to improved sales of the 390 series. Total sales stood at 8,200 units, over 7,994 units sold in July 2023. MoM sales however ended in the red, down by 4.10% over 8,551 units sold in June 2024.
    While the KTM 200 series showed a 19.52% YoY and 14.17% MoM decline in sales to 3,586 units in July 2024, it was the company’s 390 series that received overwhelming response globally relating to total sales of 2,749 units. This was a 145.01% YoY and 42.58% MoM growth from 1,122 units and 1,928 units sold in July 2023 and June 2024 respectively. Total sales of the KTM 250 and 125 range dipped to 1,750 units and 115 units in July 2024 showing off both YoY and MoM de-growth. More

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    KTM Sales Breakup May 2024 – Duke, RC, 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

    New KTM 250 ADV – SouRik MotoworldKTM India sales have registered a 12% decline YoY while exports have grown 17% YoY – KTM 200 is most in demandKTM India sales both in domestic and global markets were dominated by the KTM 200 and 250 series, both of which have recently been updated with new sporty colour palates set to attract even more attention among entry level bikers in the country. Let us get a detailed look at how the KTM range performed on sales charts in May 2024.KTM India Domestic Sales May 2024KTM sales suffered a setback in domestic markets with lower YoY and MoM sales. While sales had stood at 5,115 units in May 2023, sales dipped 11.53% in May 2024 to 4,525 units. This was a volume de-growth of 590 units. MoM sales also fell 8.10% from 4,924 units sold in April 2024.KTM India Domestic Sales May 2024The KTM Duke 200 and RC 200 range amassed highest sales in domestic markets last month with 2,645 units sold, showing off an impressive 13.81% YoY growth over 2,324 units sold in the same month last year to command a 58.45% share. MoM sales however, suffered an 11.33% decline from 2,983 units sold in April 2024.KTM 250 has experienced a YoY and MoM decline in domestic markets down to 1,081 units last month. This was a 21.89% YoY and 2.88% MoM degrowth with the KTM 250 Adventure and 250 Duke commanding a 23.89% share. Better MoM sales were reported for the 390 Series from KTM, consisting of RC390, Duke390 and ADV390, with 655 units sold last month, a 3.48% improvement over 633 units sold in April 2024. The lowest powered bikes in the KTM fleet, RC125 and Duke125, also saw both YoY and MoM de-growth, down to 144 units last month. This was a 50.68% YoY and 26.15% MoM de-growth.KTM India Exports May 2024KTM India Exports May 2024KTM India performance in global markets showed better results on a YoY basis with a 16.71% growth to 4,589 units in May 2024, up from 3,932 units sold in May 2023. MoM performance however fell 23.63% over 6,009 units sold in April 2024. Globally, it was the KTM200 that commanded the most attention with 1,712 units sold last month even as sales fell 21.83% and 2.56% respectively. Despite these decreased exports, KTM200 series currently hold a 37.31% share.It was the KTM250 series that received positive response in export markets with a triple digit YoY growth of 126.72% to 1,052 units. This was a 588 unit volume growth over just 464 units sold in May 2023. MoM exports also surged by 30.52% from 806 units shipped in April 2024. The company’s 390 series also suffered YoY and MoM setback by 11.46% and 60.58% respectively to 973 units while the KTM125 range saw it exports escalate by a massive 375.98% YoY to 852 units, up from just 179 units shipped in May 2023. MoM exports however fell by 12.88%.KTM Total Sales May 2024With total sales (domestic + exports) at 9,114 units, it was a marginal 0.74% YoY growth from 9,047 units sold in May 2023. MoM sales however fell by 16.64% as sales had crossed the 10,000 unit mark in April 2024 at 10,933 units.KTM India Total – May 2024KTM200 sales fell 3.48% YoY and 8.08% MoM to 4,357 units while the 250 Series received positive results with a 15.42% YoY and 11.15% MoM growth. While KTM390 series sales dipped to 1,628 units, it was the 125 series that saw the highest percentage growth of 111.46% YoY to 996 unit total sales. More

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    2025 KTM 390 Adventure TFT Screen Spied – Himalayan 450-Like Position

    2025 KTM 390 Adventure TFT Screen SpiedRE Himalayan 450, Yezdi Adventure, Triumph Scrambler 400X and upcoming Hero Xpulse 440 are some of 2025 KTM 390 Adventure’s main rivalsRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 has been making headlines recently. Not for good reasons, of course. But the bike has been one of the most popular in Indian motorcycling community and is a unique offering. Hero MotoCorp and KTM are prepping their challengers to rival Himalayan 450. KTM’s 2025 390 Adventure is taking production-spec shape as seen with recent spy shots.2025 KTM 390 Adventure – The next big thing in single-cyl ADVs?It is no secret that KTM is coming up with their next-gen Adventure motorcycle based on the new 390 platform that we saw with 2024 390 Duke. Currently, 2024 390 Duke is the only motorcycle to feature this new 399cc engine. Other 390 offerings like RC 390 and 390 Adventure continue with the old 373 platform.2025 KTM 390 AdventureAs seen in the recent spy shots from adventure_journey_, we can see an almost production-spec 390 Adventure that has made a couple of appearances before. The recent spy shots show minimal camouflage on the test mule and most components look like they are production-ready.For starters, KTM is cooking two versions of 2025 390 Adventure. One version gets smaller wheels that are likely to be 19 incher at the front and 17 incher at the rear, wrapped with fatter tyres. These are still wire-spoke wheels and might support tubeless tyres. This is the version that has been spotted in India and in the recent spy shots.2025 KTM 390 AdventureThere is another version of 390 Adventure with more off-roading prowess with higher ground clearance, bigger 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels, skinny off-road tyres and the likes. This version is yet to be make its appearance in India. This is not to be confused with the 390 Enduro (name not confirmed) that has been spotted testing in India.Other notable cycle parts of the recently spotted 2025 KTM 390 Adventure are adjustable USD telescopic front forks, adjustable mono-shock at the rear, underbelly exhaust, new banana-shaped swingarm and others. All these are mounted on a similar main frame as 390 Duke. Design-wise, we get a tall windscreen, a front beak and a single-piece seat.2025 KTM 390 Adventure – Side390 Adventure TFT ScreenErgonomics seem to be pretty upright and footpeg positioning for rider seems to be slightly rear-set. Rider’s seat height looks like it is around 830mm. We can see the new TFT instrument cluster that is positioned higher to fall in rider’s peripheral vision, just like Himalayan 450.More off-road version of 390 Adventure spied abroadThe new 399cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4V single-cylinder engine makes 45 bhp of peak power and 40 Nm of peak torque on 390 Duke. KTM might tune the engine slightly to establish different character for 390 Adventure. 6-speed gearbox, slip and assist clutch, ride-by-wire, cruise control, traction control, dual-channel ABS and other features are likely. We hope the more off-road-worthy 390 Adventure version launches in India too.Source More

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    KTM Big Bikes India-Bound As Imports – Similar Direction For Husqvarna

    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

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    Upcoming KTM ADV Motorcycle With AMT Gearbox Teased Off-roading

    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

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    KTM Sales Breakup April 2024 – Duke, RC, 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

    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