2021 KTM RC 390 Looks Closer To Production, India Launch Soon?
Everything on the bike expect for the engine, suspension, and brakes seems to be new
Everything on the bike expect for the engine, suspension, and brakes seems to be new
- This is the first major update for the bike since 2013.
- Gets a new TFT console, like the 390 Duke.
- Everything from the design and exhaust to the headlight, tail light and ergonomics have been revised.
- Expected to be launched next month once the lockdown has been lifted.
The upcoming 2021 KTM RC 390 has been spotted wearing KTM colours, hinting it’s ready for production. While we’ve already seen several spy images, none of them looks this close to hitting the factory floor so we can expect KTM to launch the bike next month once the lockdown has been lifted.
This is the first proper update for the RC range since its inception back in 2013. The headlight, for instance, resembles the current-gen KTM 390 Duke but it gets panel-integrated LED DRLs and winkers. The bike looks edgier than before but it isn’t as aggressive. Perhaps, KTM was going for a less intimidating look.
We say this because the overall ergos of the bike have been revised to make it a tad more comfortable. You still lean towards the handlebars, but the rider's triangle isn’t as committed as the current-gen model. This should ideally reel in more customers. Not to mention, the windscreen is wider and slightly taller than before so it should offer better wind protection.
As seen on the test mule, the bike is expected to come with a new TFT instrument cluster, probably with multiple ride modes, a mechanical quickshifter, and a new exhaust system. As for the engine, it already complies with the BS6 emissions, so expect the power output to remain the same, at around 44PS and 36Nm.
The hardware has been updated as well. The new sub-frame should enhance pillion comfort while the larger fuel tank may improve the bike’s touring capabilities. Its braking setup seems to be the same as before -- 320mm/230mm disc brakes aided by dual-channel ABS.
- Next-gen KTM 390 Duke Spotted Testing
- Upcoming KTM RC 200 Spotted Testing
- Comprehensively Updated KTM 125 Duke and 250 Duke Spotted Testing
Considering all the updates, we reckon the upcoming KTM RC390 may come at a premium of Rs 5,000-8,000 over the current-gen version, which retails at Rs 2,65,897 (ex-showroom), post the recent price hike. The 2021 KTM RC 390 will go up against the 2021 TVS Apache RR 310 and the Kawasaki Ninja 300 BS6. In a related development, KTM has revealed it's working on the 490 Duke, 490 Adventure, and RC 490 for 2022.
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KTM RC 390 User Reviews
It's very comfortable bike and I enjoyed it a lot but it's mileage is not a fact ... Because it's very fun to Ride it's engine is so refined that I can easily pull it up in traffic.... It's pick up and top speed is so good and it's graphics designing and electronics are so spoty and usefull ... Highly recommend to ride it once Read More
the bike offers a smooth ride and great fuel, efficiency perfect for daily commuting its stylish design and reliable performance make it great value for money.it seeks design and comfortable seating satisfying experience for both new and experienced rides.we can handle better in both city traffic and off roadingRead More
I always wanted to buy a Duke when i was kid it was my first love as i saw it from my school bus a college student was riding it and i just fell in love and now as i am 20 yrs old my father gift me ktm 390rc on my birthday its a really bewautiful bike but milage is not pocket friendly and colour is little too vibrant otherwise i like orange on ktm as its their best colour Read More
A bike with good looks and with a good power with a semi fairing the initial speed is best in the segment and the leading class bike but lack in proper updates made its sales very slow and it caused the marketing a criteria of this bike section is of the leading one and its competitors like rr310 ninja 300 and many other are less powerful and less confidental infront of this machineRead More
Im using RC 390 since the past 8 months I got a better experience while riding the vehicle. It gives a better mileage while comparing to its power and performance. I got around 22 to 27 kmpl mileage. But the riding comfort is not good we can't take it to a long ride. Overall it's a beast in its segment.Read More