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 KTM RC 390

KTM RC 390 speed testing, gets larger fairing along with reworked tank

The 2017 KTM RC 390 has been priced at Rs 2.25 lakh, ex-showroom

Spy images show a large all screen face behind which the headlamp is hidden.Expect the updated bike to get the full-colour TFT dash that is available on the Duke 390.

Two years back, KTM launched the updated version of the Duke 390 which was Euro-IV compliant along with a boat load of updates. Sadly, while the RC 390 was also updated to meet Euro-IV norms, it remained exactly like the outgoing model save for ride-by-wire throttle and some new decals. Now, it looks like the update we were all waiting for is around the corner.

Motorcycle News has managed to get spy shots of the upcoming KTM RC 390 and it looks good. From the pictures the most evident is the large all screen face behind which the headlamp is hidden. Also, expect the updated bike to get the full-colour TFT dash that is available on the Duke 390.

The tank seems to have grown a bit which means a little more room for taller riders. The rear seat seems to maintain the cowl look as on the current model. What looks interesting is the trellis sub-frame, no cross bracing and no footpegs, but this could be because the bike is an early prototype.

Other updates could include a WP suspension upgrade, better brakes and a more powerful motor.

The current RC 390 is priced similar to the updated Duke 390 at around 2.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), but expect the updated version to get a little pricier than what it is. The KTM RC 390 faces competition from the likes of the TVS Apache RR 310, Kawasaki Ninja 300 and BMW G 310 R.

Overdrive reviews KTM RC 390

Overdrive's Shubhabrata Marmar flew all the way to Modena, Itlay to take the first ride of the KTM RC 390. Here‘s his review on the bike.

Overdrive's Shubhabrata Marmar flew all the way to Modena, Itlay to take the first ride of the KTM RC 390. Here’s his review on the bike.

New updates 

While there's no confirmation from KTM, our dealer sources have confirmed the price hike

• The 125 Duke had received a price hike last week as well.
• KTM has already sold more than 7,000 units of the 125 Duke.
• The 390 Duke now commands a premium of Rs 4,500.

KTM India has increased the prices of its entire model lineup by up to Rs 4,500. Even the 125 Duke which recently saw a price hike of Rs 6,835 is now more expensive too, albeit by just Rs 300. Even though it now costs Rs 1.24 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai), the 125 Duke is one of the highest selling KTMs in India. The Austrian bikemaker has already sold more than 7,000 units of the 125 Duke in India since its launch in November 2018.

The 390 Duke, on the other hand, has been hit the worst with this price hike.

The range-topper has received a price bump of Rs 4,500, which takes the asking price to Rs 2.47 lakh. With this, the 390 Duke now costs just Rs 3,000 less than the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, which starts from Rs 2.5 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai).

As of now, there is no confirmation from KTM about the price hike, but as per our dealer sources, this is a standard price revision done by the company. Here's the complete list of the revised prices:

Model Name	Ex-showroom Mumbai	Price increased
125 Duke	Rs 1.24 lakh	Rs 300
200 Duke	Rs 1.61 lakh	Rs 2,500
250 Duke	Rs 1.96 lakh	Rs 3,500
390 Duke	Rs 2.47 lakh	Rs 4,500
RC 200	Rs 1.89 lakh	Rs 3,500
RC 390	Rs 2.43 lakh	Rs 3,500