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      KTM 390 SMC R Spied Testing With Saree Guard – India Launch Soon?

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      KTM 390 SMC R Spied With Saree Guard
      Team Orange has been expanding its 390 platform to incorporate more vehicles and genres. KTM recently launched the new 390 Adventure in India for a starting price of Rs 3.68 lakh (Ex-sh). It is speculated that KTM will also launch 390 Enduro R, which is a genre that KTM has carved out on 390 platform for the first time.
      Also for the first time on 390 platform is 390 SMC R, which has been spied recently in India. While it is not confirmed to launch in India, this particular test mule looks like it is an India-spec model. When launched, it will be the most fun-oriented motorcycle based on this platform. Let’s take a closer look.
      KTM 390 SMC R Spied Testing
      Up until now, KTM only had street fighter 390 Duke, 390 Adventure ADV and RC 390 Supersport as part of its 390 portfolio. Now, the company has expended this displacement class to incorporate a hard-core enduro motorcycle called 390 Enduro R and a supermoto bike called 390 SMC R.
      While 390 Enduro R is likely to launch in India soon, the latest spy shots of 390 SMC R indicates that the company might consider launching it in India too. We say this because the latest spy shots of 390 SMC R test mules show the presence of a saree guard, which is mandated on all 2W vehicles sold here.
      KTM 390 SMC R Spied With Saree Guard
      Bajaj Auto handles manufacturing of 390 portfolio for KTM India’s domestic and export business. Testing of these motorcycles in India is a common practice even though they’re not destined to launch here. However, the presence of a saree guard strongly suggests that it might be India bound.
      What to expect?
      Overall design is similar to 390 Enduro R, but 390 SMC R features smaller 17-inch wheels wrapped with fat rubber. 110-section at the front and 150-section for rear. Interestingly, these are wire-spoke wheels that may support tubeless tyres. It gets the same braking hardware as 390 Enduro R along with an additional Supermoto ABS mode.
      Suspension is handled by fully adjustable WP Apex USD telescopic front forks along with fully adjustable rear WP Apex mono-shock setup. Front is adjustable for rebound and compression and rear is adjustable for rebound and preload. It gets a pill-shaped 4.3-inch TFT cluster as 390 Enduro R that should be Bluetooth enabled.
      2025 KTM 390 SMC R
      Powering this motorcycle will be the same 399cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4V/cyl single-cylinder engine that is capable of 45.3 bhp of peak power and 39 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Launch is likely to happen in the coming months.
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      KTM 690 Rally Spied Ahead Of Launch – Gets 3 Fuel Tanks

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      New KTM 690 Rally SpiedDespite battling an economic crisis, KTM is pushing ahead with its new motorcycle launches and has not put a brake on innovation. This is clearly seen with the new spy shots of KTM 690 Rally (name not confirmed) which is based on 690 Enduro R, but gets more components and features seen on limited edition 450 Rally Replica. Let’s take a closer look.
      KTM 690 Rally Spied
      In KTM’s global lineup, we have the 690 Enduro R priced at around USD 12,999 (approx Rs 11.11 L) and then we have 890 Adventure R priced at USD 15,799 (approx Rs 13.5 L). There is a gray area between these two motorcycles where KTM can carve out an adventure-tourer and that’s exactly what the company seems to be doing.
      Spied testing abroad, KTM’s newest adventure tourer could be called 690 Adventure R or more befitting, 690 Rally. The name 690 Rally is speculated because of how close this motorcycle looks to KTM’s extremely limited 450 Rally Replica that costs a whopping USD 40,000 (approx Rs 34.18 L) and the 100 units for 2025 are sold out.
      New KTM 690 Rally Spied
      It is based on the popular KTM 690 Enduro R, but gets styling cues from 450 Rally Replica. For starters, we can see the same mainframe, seat, underseat fuel tank, wheels, braking and suspension components along with the beak as 690 Enduro R. Where it digress, is with the tall front windshield along with vertically oriented projector headlights.
      Three fuel tanks!
      These are reminiscent of 450 Rally Replica along with tower-like orientation for instrument console. Notably, the recently spied KTM 690 Rally gets three fuel tanks. The main under-seat tank (13.6L) with filler at the back is identical to that of 690 Enduro. But there are two extra fuel tanks on either side of this motorcycle where tank shrouds usually go.
      These tanks get dedicated fillers on either side too and significantly increases the fuel capacity, which is appreciated in both off-roading and touring communities alike. Also different on 690 Rally is the heat shield on the exhaust setup. KTM 690 Enduro R weighs around 148 kg and we can speculate 690 Rally to weigh slightly more than that.
      New KTM 690 Rally Spied
      Powering this motorcycle we have a 693cc single-cylinder engine that is capable of pumping out 74 bhp of peak power in 690 Enduro R. Which is plenty for touring and off-roading, considering the expected weight figures on this motorcycle. The same tune is likely to be carried over to 690 Rally as well. Launch is likely to happen in the coming months.
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      New KTM Supersport Bike Spied Without Camouflage – Is This RC 160?

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      Is this the new KTM RC 160?
      KTM seems to be working on a 160cc platform to position below its 200cc lineup, which might replace its 125cc lineup (125 Duke and RC 125). Speculations suggest the launch of both RC 160 and 160 Duke. A new KTM RC motorcycle has been spied in India, sparking speculations of it being the new KTM RC 160. Let’s take a closer look.
      New KTM RC 160 Spied?
      Team Orange is poised to make major revisions in its Indian portfolio. We’re talking about the phase-out plan of its 125cc lineup (125 Duke and RC 125) and replacing them with more potent motorcycles to directly rival Yamaha’s R15 and MT-15. Bajaj has not officially confirmed these speculations in any capacity.
      However, a recent spy shot shows a KTM RC motorcycle in launch-ready form without any camouflage. It even has graphics and other paraphernalia like a vehicle already launched or about to launch. It features a new colourway with White at the front and Black at the rear and Orange wheels, which KTM currently does not offer with RC 125, RC 200 and RC 390.
      The source of this spy shot mentioned that they witnessed a “RC 160 sticker embossed” on its fairing. If it is to be believed, this is an interesting development where we can see KTM directly taking on Yamaha R15 and MT-15. This duo has been clocking 20K+ sales every month like clockwork and are priced at a premium.
      KTM RC 200 : Image for reference
      What to expect?
      A combination of price and sales potential seems to have attracted KTM India to carve out a new motorcycle below its 200cc portfolio. We can expect both Duke and RC versions of this new platform with premium components. We’re talking about USD front forks, rear mono-shock, premium braking with dual-channel ABS, fat tyres, a quickshifter and more.
      Where pricing is concerned, we can expect it to cost around Rs 2 lakh (Ex-sh). For context, KTM RC 125 is priced at Rs 1.92 lakh (Ex-sh) and RC 200 is priced at Rs 2.21 lakh (Ex-sh), while Yamaha R15 prices start from Rs 1.85 lakh (Ex-sh). Bajaj or KTM India are yet to confirm these developments.
      Where powertrains are concerned, speculations suggest a new 160cc DOHC 4V/cylinder single cylinder liquid cooled engine derived from KTM’s 20cc mill. This engine is expected to deliver a peak power of around 18 bhp and can be mated to a slipper clutch, a quickshifter and a 6-speed gearbox.
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      KTM 390 Duke Gets Cruise Control, New Ebony Black Colour – No Price Hike

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      KTM 390 Duke
      KTM has introduced significant updates to its flagship streetfighter, the KTM 390 Duke, now equipped with cruise control as standard. Additionally, a new Ebony Black colourway joins the existing Electronic Orange and Atlantic Blue options. These upgrades come at no additional cost, with the bike continuing at an ex-showroom price of Rs 2.95 lakh (Delhi).
      KTM 390 Duke – Now With Cruise Control
      The KTM 390 Duke now features cruise control, a first in its segment, aimed at enhancing long-distance riding comfort. The feature allows riders to maintain a set cruising speed without throttle input, helping to reduce fatigue during highway rides. Activated via the left handlebar switches and monitored through the TFT display, the system integrates ABS hardware and engine management for precise speed regulation.
      KTM 390 Duke
      New Ebony Black Colour Option
      The 2025 KTM 390 Duke now offers a striking Ebony Black colourway, adding a stealthy, premium appeal to the already aggressive styling. It joins the Electronic Orange and Atlantic Blue variants, providing more choices for enthusiasts.
      Unchanged Price, High-Performance Package
      Despite these upgrades, KTM has kept the ex-showroom price unchanged at Rs 2.95 lakh, ensuring high-performance motorcycling remains accessible. The Gen-3 KTM 390 Duke is powered by a 399cc, liquid-cooled, LC4c engine, producing 46 PS and 39 Nm of torque. Known as the “Corner Rocket,” it continues to offer sharp handling, advanced electronics, and segment-first features for an unmatched riding experience.
      KTM 390 Duke
      Key Features of the KTM 390 Duke
      – Fully adjustable suspension– Compression & Rebound damping at the front– Rebound damping & pre-load adjust at the rear– Ride modes – Street & Rain with Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC)– 3D IMU-enabled Cornering Traction Control– Launch Control & Quickshifter+– Cornering ABS & Supermoto ABS– Track Screen – Displays racing telemetry data
      With these updates, the KTM 390 Duke strengthens its position as one of the most advanced and accessible high-performance motorcycles in its class. More

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      2025 KTM 390 Duke Gets Cruise Control, New Colour – Launch Soon

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      2025 KTM 390 DukeAn advanced electronics package that includes cruise control will unlock improved highway cruising capabilities for the 2025 KTM 390 Duke
      KTM recently launched the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure with an upgraded equipment list that includes cruise control. The same update will be available with the 2025 KTM 390 Duke as well. Ahead of its launch, 2025 KTM 390 Duke bikes have started arriving at dealerships. Let’s check out all the new features expected with the 2025 KTM 390 Duke.
      2025 KTM 390 Duke – Cruise control, new colour
      With cruise control, driver fatigue can be reduced on long journeys. The desired speed can be maintained automatically, something that does away with the need to continuously hold the throttle at a certain speed. By maintaining a steady speed, users can also benefit from slightly improved fuel efficiency. Riding more miles on cruise control results in higher fuel savings compared to manual throttle control.
      2025 KTM 390 Duke
      Cruise control can also contribute to improved safety to some extent. For example, sudden speed variations noticed sometimes with manual throttle control can be avoided. Furthermore, users can focus more on the road environment, instead of fussing over throttle adjustments. With a steady speed, other road users can better anticipate your movements, further improving overall safety. Cruise control can also be useful across roads and highway stretches where a strict speed limit may be in place. It will help avoid accidental over speeding and the subsequent fines.
      In other updates, 2025 KTM 390 Duke also gets a new Gunmetal Grey colour scheme. It is an exciting mix of matte grey, glossy black and KTM’s signature orange shade. Especially captivating is the matte gray finish on the fuel tank, front fender and the underseat panelling. The glossy black shade can be seen on the headlamp cowl and tank extensions.
      2025 KTM 390 Duke
      The latter also have the orange shade and ‘390’ lettering. Parts of the frame are also painted in the orange shade. This tri-colour theme with focus on grey and black ensures a powerful road presence for 2025 KTM 390 Duke. The existing model is available in colour options of Atlantic Blue and Electronic Orange.
      2025 KTM 390 Duke
      Same powertrain
      2025 KTM 390 Duke will continue with the existing LC4C, 399cc, single cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC engine that generates 46 PS and 39 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. Much of the equipment list will also be the same. While cruise control will be beneficial, the bike already offers various other advanced features. Users can access ride modes of Street, Rain and Track. The Track mode can unlock exhilarating experiences in a track environment when used in combination with the Launch Control.
      Other advanced features available with KTM 390 Duke include motorcycle traction control (MTC), cornering ABS, quickshifter + and Supermoto ABS. KTM 390 Duke is equipped with a 5-inch bonded glass TFT dashboard. It has dedicated 4-way menu switches that allow users to easily navigate through the various functions.
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      New 2025 KTM 390 Duke could be offered at a slightly higher pricing. KTM had recently reduced the price of the existing 390 Duke. It is currently available at a starting price of Rs 2.95 lakh. More

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      KTM Duke 160 and RC 160 Launch Planned – To Take On Yamaha MT15, R15

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      KTM 125 Duke – Image for illustration
      In a major shift for its entry-level lineup, KTM is set to discontinue the 125 Duke and RC 125 in India, replacing them with more powerful 160cc versions. This strategic move is aimed at taking on Yamaha’s 155cc offerings, the R15 V4 and MT-15, which together contribute to a sizeable 20,000-unit monthly sales figure.
      More Power, Same Aggressive Styling
      The upcoming KTM 160 Duke and RC 160 will borrow heavily from their 200cc siblings in terms of design and equipment. The 160 Duke will retain the aggressive stance of the 200 Duke, while the RC 160 will follow the styling cues of the RC 200 and RC 390, featuring a sharper, more aerodynamic fairing. Both bikes will be underpinned by KTM’s trademark trellis frame and are expected to come equipped with 43mm USD forks, monoshock suspension, dual-channel ABS, and a digital LCD instrument cluster.
      A new 160cc engine, derived from the 200 Duke’s motor, will power these bikes. The output is expected to be around 19-20hp, marking a significant jump from the 14.5hp produced by the outgoing 125cc models. This also gives KTM an edge over Yamaha’s 155cc liquid-cooled engine, which delivers 18.4hp.
      Pricing & Launch Timeline
      While pricing will likely remain competitive against Yamaha’s R15 V4 (Rs 1.83-2.1 lakh) and MT-15 (Rs 1.69-1.74 lakh), KTM is unlikely to undercut these models significantly, considering that the 125 Duke already retails at Rs 1.81 lakh and the RC 125 at Rs 1.92 lakh.
      The KTM 160 Duke and RC 160 are expected to launch by mid-2025, ahead of the festive season. The RC 160 could debut alongside the Duke or follow soon after. With a bump in power and more premium features, KTM’s latest offering aims to provide better value and a stronger alternative in the growing 150-160cc segment.
      Bajaj Statement – “We would like to clarify that neither KTM nor Bajaj Auto has officially announced this news. It is a case of misinformation and is unrelated to KTM’s financial restructuring.”
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      KTM 125cc Bikes To Be Discontinued Soon – RC 125, 125 Duke

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      KTM RC 125India is the biggest motorcycle and scooter market in the world. For many OEMs, sporty 125cc motorcycles bring in the highest fortunes, while the same can’t be said about KTM. The company’s 125cc portfolio is the least performing one in India as they command a high price tag. Due to low demand, KTM is reportedly axing them from April 2025. Let’s take a closer look.
      KTM 125cc Bikes To Be Discontinued
      Currently, there are two 125cc motorcycles from KTM – 125 Duke and RC 125. Both these motorcycles are aimed at the premium 125cc motorcycle buyers. Both bikes pack sophisticated equipment like liquid-cooling, a 6-speed gearbox and more. Hence, the price tag associated with these motorcycles are also high.
      In the grand scheme of things, these 125cc KTM offerings are pitted as beginner bikes for motorsport enthusiasts too. A sentiment, however, which is not very popular in India. Especially considering Yamaha R15 and MT-15 exist and are India’s most popular premium motorcycles in this displacement segment.
      As per a recent report, these bikes will not receive the OBD2B update, which is mandated if the OEM wants to sell said bike in India post April 1st 2025. KTM might have realised that keeping these motorcycles updated to latest norms set forth by the Indian Government without proper demand and dwindling sales may not be a viable move.
      KTM 125 Duke
      KTM India is yet to officially confirm the same and both the motorcycles can still be seen listed on the company’s official website. Since we only have around a month of time for the OBD2B update mandate from 1st April 2025, KTM dealers might put out hefty discounts on 125 Duke and RC 125.
      Specs & Equipment
      Both these motorcycles are powered by the same 124.7cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled DOHC 4V/cyl engine. This unit is capable of developing 14.34 bhp of peak power at 9,250 RPM and 12 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 RPM. There is a 6-speed gearbox mated to this engine, which is quite rare in the Indian market.
      KTM had equipped RC 125 and 125 Duke in India with premium componentry as well. For example, both bikes got WP Apex 43mm USD front forks, 110-section front tyre, 150-section rear tyre, 320 mm front disc and 230 mm rear disc with switchable ABS. Both bikes even get the same styling as their larger siblings, making them virtually indistinguishable.
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      2025 KTM 390 ADV Delivery Starts – First Batch Owners Ride Home The New KTM

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      2025 KTM 390 ADV Delivery StartsKTM India has officially commenced deliveries of the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure, just days after its highly anticipated launch. The latest iteration of KTM’s adventure motorcycle lineup brings significant upgrades, making it one of the most capable touring and off-road motorcycles in its segment.
      What’s New in the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure?
      Karan Vazirani has become one of the first owners of the new KTM 390 ADV in India. After doing PDI last week, he has now taken home his new motorcycle. The 2025 KTM 390 Adventure has been completely re-engineered with an all-new chassis, offering increased suspension travel, higher ground clearance, and improved ergonomics for long-distance touring and off-road performance. A key highlight is the introduction of 21-inch front and 17-inch rear tubeless spoke wheels, enhancing its capability on rough terrains.
      2025 KTM 390 ADV Delivery Starts – Owner doing PDI
      Powering the motorcycle is an enhanced LC4C 399cc engine, producing 46 PS of power and 39 Nm of torque. The improved power-to-weight ratio delivers stronger acceleration, better climbing capability, and superior handling across varied terrains.
      Segment-First Features
      The 2025 KTM 390 Adventure introduces several segment-first features, including:
      2025 KTM 390 ADV Delivery Starts
      – Fully adjustable long-travel suspension for superior comfort and control– Cruise control, a first in this category, enhancing touring capabilities– Three ride modes – Street, Rain, and Off-Road, ensuring adaptability to different riding conditions– Advanced electronic aids, including Switchable Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC), Cornering MTC, and Off-Road ABS– 5-inch TFT display with turn-by-turn navigation, adding convenience for long rides
      Prices
      The 2025 KTM 390 Adventure is priced at Rs 3,67,699 (ex-showroom, Delhi). With deliveries now underway, customers who have pre-booked the motorcycle can experience its off-road prowess and highway touring comfort.
      2025 KTM 390 ADV Delivery Starts
      KTM’s new 390 Adventure reinforces its commitment to adventure motorcycling, offering riders a versatile, high-performance machine designed for both long-distance travel and rugged terrains. With its cutting-edge technology, refined power delivery, and off-road-focused enhancements, the latest KTM 390 Adventure is set to raise the benchmark in the sub-500cc adventure motorcycle segment. More