Upcoming KTM Bikes Expected To Be Launched This Year
KTM is expected to give us a whole new range of the RC series this year
2025 was a busy year for KTM, and the same is expected from the Austrian brand this year as well. There are quite a few fun-to-ride motorcycles that are expected to be launched by KTM in 2026. Here is an overview:
KTM 390 Adventure R
The standard KTM 390 Adventure has been one of the most praised launches of 2025. It offers a great balance between hardcore off-road ability and long-distance touring comfort. That said, a small section of Indian buyers are still waiting for the even more capable KTM 390 Adventure R. At a glance, it looks similar to the standard model, but it is taller and gets longer travel suspension, knobby tyres, and a larger 18-inch rear wheel. It’ll be perfect for those who want an uncompromising ADV that can take on the harshest of terrain, and munch miles effortlessly. It’s expected to cost a fair premium over the current 390 Adventure, which tops at Rs 3.95 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
2026 KTM RC 160
Now that the fun and compact 160 Duke is launched in India, it’s only a matter of time until its faired sibling comes in. In fact, we can expect the brand to launch it early this year. The upcoming 160cc motorcycle was already spotted testing, and the spy shots suggest that its design will be similar to the current RC 200. The KTM RC 160 will use the same 164.2cc liquid-cooled engine as the KTM 160 Duke and also most of its mechanical parts as well. The KTM RC 160 is expected to be priced at around Rs 1.95 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
2026 KTM RC 390
The KTM RC 390 is currently the only model in KTM’s 390 lineup that continues to use the older 373cc engine. The updated version is expected to be launched in mid-2026, and is likely to come with an all-new design. It will be based on the current KTM 390 Duke and will share the same engine and underpinnings. The more powerful, less-stressed engine along with the newer electronic aids should make the RC an even sharper track weapon than the current-gen bike.
2026 KTM RC 200
Like the KTM RC 390, the KTM RC 200 is also due for a proper update. Looking at KTM’s past launch strategy, the brand is likely to introduce both fully-faired models together or with a short gap between them. The updated RC 200 is expected to get styling similar to the new RC 390, while continuing with the same engine and underpinnings as the current-gen KTM Duke 200.
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