Bajaj Auto To Set Up Assembly Unit In Indonesia This Year
The Pune-based bike manufacturer is waiting for clearances to start assembling KTM models up to 400cc in ASEAN’s largest two-wheeler market to save tax and reduce costs
The Pune-based bike manufacturer is waiting for clearances to start assembling KTM models up to 400cc in ASEAN’s largest two-wheeler market to save tax and reduce costs
Last year, Bajaj Auto began offering motorcycles from its Austrian partner KTM in Indonesia via the CBU (completely built unit) route through its wholly-owned subsidiary PT. Bajaj Auto Indonesia. Now, the homegrown bike manufacturer has announced that it will be setting up an assembly plant there so that it can export CKD (completely knocked down) kits of KTM motorcycles that are already on sale in the country. These include models such as the 200 Duke, 250 Duke, 390 Duke, RC 200, RC 250 and the RC 390. The move will help the bike manufacturer price the bikes more competitively, while also helping it save a substantial amount in the form of reduced import duties for CKD kits (CKD).
PT Bajaj Auto Indonesia has been tasked with the responsibility of setting up the operation. It is currently under the process of seeking the necessary approvals, said the company in its annual report. Bajaj also said it plans to kick-off its operations this year.
The annual report reads, “The plan for PT. Bajaj Auto Indonesia is to spearhead the development of KTM and Bajaj partnership and bring the jointly developed products into Indonesia. To take this further, all the required manufacturing, import and business licences have been renewed. Further, studies on the product acceptability have been conducted, which look favourable. In addition, CKD configurations have been created and the process of seeking clearances for these configurations has started. The company plans to kick off the business operations for PT. Bajaj Auto Indonesia in the current year with the CKD production in Indonesia.”
Bajaj Auto’s Indonesian subsidiary, which started life by offering the Pulsar range of motorcycles back in 2005, will also help the Pune-based bike manufacturer to coordinate with local distributors to build brand network and develop a supply chain for a more efficient distribution of its CKD products. Although the sales of sports bikes took a hit in Indonesia last year, the company is hopeful that the latest move will help revive the segment. Moreover, Indonesia’s current account deficit of 1.8 per cent when compared to 2 per cent last year should help offer a more stable currency regime, which is good news for international businesses to operate successfully in the country.
KTM 390 Duke (2017-2023) User Reviews
This is very powerful bike. I would not recommend to any beginner. The acceleration is very strong you can ride smoothly from this on the road that is the most loved thing i like riding this bike. Overall is very exciting machine to ride daily as it is very easy to maintain and ride. Enjoy your ride with this.Read More
I choosed duke 390 because of its raw power and it's stylish, look and it has good features at this price point. And it looks way better than other bikes and back in 2021.There was no such bike as this so I chose this bike This bike goes crazy. It has crazy power and the suspension on it also is a stiff you can adjust it so it's good and the breaking on the bike is very good till now I love it. and the quick shifter also is really very good. I would recommend this bike to every guy who wants raw power and good features at this price point because ktm is really very good bike but if you're a beginner, then I think you should get a duke250 cause. This bike goes crazy you can crash . .But it's in your hands if you can handle it or no.Read More
Basically duke 390 is a worthy of money & it's designated style. I'm happy to have it. Sometimes it's service may be charged some exceptional bt btw duke 390 always on peak. So i suggest that everyone should try this and experience what's in it. I love my duke 390 so much.. So guys when u have guts to overcome something then just do it. Read More
Not good looking but still this is value for buyer because this cast is too low and worth for every rupees anybody want to this bike please try this one and it is worth for your money to buy and you will some extra money to change the bike is beautiful looking and very grateful ride experience for every buyerRead More
Duke is my dream bike and his frechere are very good And his design are gorgeous his modifications are means not can to tell