KTM RC 200 – Top 5 Best Things That You Should Know

KTM is an Austrian brand that entered the Indian motorcycle market back in 2012 with the Duke 200.

The brand offers street bikes, compact sports bikes and adventure bikes in India. The KTM RC 200 is a compact sports bike. It is a fully-faired motorcycle with some unique selling points.

Some of the bike’s USPs are mentioned below –

The top speed of the motorcycle is electronically limited to 140 KMPH.
The bike is powered by a 199.5 CC engine. The motor is capable of producing 24.6 bhp @ 10,000 rpm. The peak torque produced by the motor is 19.2 Nm @ 8,000 rpm.
Despite a 200 CC engine, the owner-claimed mileage of the bike is 34.5 KMPL.
The fuel tank on the bike now comes with a 13.7-litre capacity.
The engine has 4 valves for its single cylinder.
The compression ratio of the cylinder is 13:3:1. A high compression ratio means that the engine produces more power in the power stroke. Furthermore, a high compression ratio also ensures the efficient burning of fuel and minimal exhaust fumes.
The bike shared a lot of similarities with other KTM bikes in India. For instance, the engine is paired with an efficient fuel injection system and a revised liquid cooling system.
The six-speed racing-tuned and track-tested transmission are paired with a wet multi-disc clutch that ensures smooth gear shifts.
The bike is offered with dual disc brakes and dual-channel ABS. The front 320 mm disc is paired with 4 fixed pistons. The rear 230 mm disc is paired with 1 floating piston.
Trellis frame, WP Apex USD front shocks and WP Apex rear monoshock are OEM standard packages.

For more details, it would be best to head over to the nearest KTM dealership.

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Why KTM Bikes Counted As High-Performance Bikes?

KTM Bikes

KTM has a large market share in India. The majority of its client base is Indian youth.

But why?

Well, there are many reasons why KTM bikes in India enjoy such reverence. The following sections will shine a light on some of those reasons –

All KTM motorcycles come from the factory with amazing features, looks and onboard electronic systems.
All KTM bikes, including the top-selling KTM Duke 200 are built using the fabled Trellis subframe.
KTM motorcycles are track-tuned. It means that the brand’s tagline, ‘Ready-To-Race’ is not just a tagline. The bikes are indeed capable of partaking in motorcycle races.
The transmission systems on all KTM bikes are precision engineered that offer the best of both mileage and performance.
All motorcycles from the brand come with premium bike parts such as the USD and mono-shock suspensions from WP Apex.
Premium KTM motorcycles such as the Duke or RC 390 come with a slipper clutch. KTM motorcycles, the premium ones to be precise, are offered with a slipper clutch. A slipper clutch allows the rider to downshift at high speeds without worrying about locking the rear wheel.
Premium KTM bikes such as the RC 390 come with the QuickShifter+ feature that allows clutchless gearshifts. The RC 390 also comes with the highly sought-after SuperMoto mode. SuperMoto mode is KTM’s proprietary technology that allows the rider to switch off the rear wheel’s ABS sensor. When engaged, the SuperMoto mode allows riders to enter corners with drift mode.

Take a test ride of a KTM motorcycle today to learn more.

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Things You Must Need To Know About The KTM RC 125

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The 2022 iteration of the RC 125 is a massive upgrade from its predecessor. Read on to learn more.

KTM recently unveiled the 2022 iteration of the RC 125. The upgrades were not limited to aesthetics. The Austrian OEM made sure that the changes trickled down to onboard features. There are also quite a few electromechanical adjustments made on the bike.

The entire bodywork of the KTM RC 125 has been heavily inspired by the fabled KTM RC8.

The bike now looks less sharp, to be honest, but it made the motorcycle more aerodynamic. More aerodynamic design means increased fuel efficiency. The bike now can run for 40 kilometres on a litre of petrol.

The visor on the bike is shaped like a bubble. The fairing on the bike as well as its fuel tank has been redesigned. The dual-projector headlamps are replaced by a single headlamp unit with a halogen bulb.

The turn indicators at the front are integrated into the front fairing. The subframe of the bike has been mechanically tweaked. This ensured that the pillion seat has more surface area thus allowing more wiggle room for the pillion rider.

The bike is available at a starting price of Rs. 2, 12,821*. Hence, it is best to apply for a bike loan from a reputed lender.

The fuel tank capacity now stands at 13.7-litres. The engine is the same 124 CC, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, BS6-compliant unit. The air intake has been revised and it is now a larger unit. The larger air intake now allows the engine to offer more low-end torque. The radiator unit, cooling the engine has been tweaked as well thus leading to better heat dissipation.

Other features on the 2022 RC 125 are as follows –

A brand new LCD instrument cluster
WP Apex USD fork suspension for the front wheel.
WP Apex mono-shock suspension for the rear wheel.
320mm front disc
200mm rear disc and
Light 5-spoke wheels.

To learn more, booking a test ride at a KTM authorised dealership is strongly advised.

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Top Reasons Why You Should Buy KTM Duke 200

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Summary – The KTM 200 Duke is a great bike in the 200 CC segment. Why? Read on to learn more –

The Duke range of bikes is quite popular in India. KTM recently subjected its products to the much-needed BS6 emission norms.

The prices of the bikes were also updated. According to the official price list, the KTM Duke 200 is available at a starting price of Rs. 2, 21,190. The number of variants available is one. The colour options available are two.

There are lots of other reasons why the Duke 200 remains a best seller from KTM. Some of those reasons are as follows –

Looks

The bike comes with an inverted triangle-shaped headlamp cowl. It houses an LED DRL that accompanies a headlamp unit with a halogen bulb. The fuel tank on the latest iteration of the bike has an increased fuel-carrying capacity of 13.5-litres. The fuel tank has a new design. The tank shrouds are sharp but subtle at the same time. The tail section is a bit tweaked as well. It is sleeker than before. The seats are redesigned as well as they are now split into two separate sections.

Product Packaging

The bike comes with a similar product packaging to its BS-4 iteration. The bike still carries the orange-backlit LCD instrument cluster. The layout of the display has been tweaked a bit to keep it fresh. The bike comes with dual-channel ABS as factory standard equipment.

The Engine

The bike now comes with a split Trellis frame. It makes the bike agile in the corners and well-balanced at low speeds. The engine is a 199 CC, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine. It still has the ready-to-race eagerness but overall, it has been tuned to be more rider-friendly and fuel-efficient. The power output of the engine is 24.7 bhp. The torque output is 19.3Nm. Compared to its rivals, the Duke 200 offers best-in-class performance on tracks as well as on roads.

Verdict

Similar to other KTM bikes in India, the 200 Duke is a great bike by all means. It has the power, the looks and the pedigree of a performance bike. Hence, buying this motorcycle is a winning move!

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Best Bikes In India Under 1 Lakh In India

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If you have plans to buy a bike and that too under a lakh then your options are limited. There are hardly any motorcycle brands that offer bikes under a lakh. This doesn’t mean that you would end up buying a boring bike. Bajaj offers a 125 CC sporty commuter motorcycle under a lakh. We are talking about the 125 CC variant of the Bajaj Pulsar.

If you need reasons to buy the bike then they are as follows –

Pricing And Financing

For starters, the Bajaj Pulsar 125 is one of the most affordable sporty commuter bikes in India. One can get their hands on the base variant of the bike at an ex-showroom Mumbai price of INR. 81,178. This makes it the best sports bike in India under 1 lakh.

Furthermore, countless lenders offer amazing deals on the bike thus allowing anyone to buy the bike on EMI easily.

Available Variants And Colours

The bike is available in four variants and six colour schemes.

Engine And Specifications

The bike is powered by a very reliable, BS6-tuned, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. It has a displacement of 124.4 CC and comes with an electronic carburettor. The addition of an electronic carburettor increased the fuel efficiency of the bike. It has a real-world mileage of 50 KMPL.

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The power and torque output of the motor stands at 11.64 bhp and 10.8 Nm respectively. The top variant of the bike is equipped with front disc brakes and the rear wheel has drum brakes. Bajaj equipped the bike with its patented combined braking system. The dry weight of the bike is 142 KGs. It comes with a large fuel tank with 11.5 litres capacity.

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KTM Duke 125 – Everything That You Must Know

KTM Bikes

KTM is an Austrian brand that has garnered quite a fan following in India.

The brand’s entry-level motorcycle, the KTM Duke 125, is a smashing hit.

But why!?

Well, there are plenty of reasons.

Some of the most compelling ones are mentioned in the sections below –

It is the best bike at a low price. The vehicle is available at INR ₹1.51 lakhs- ₹1.72 lakhs* – ex-showroom.
It has a 124.7 CC, BS-6-tuned, high-revving, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder motor.
The torque and power output of the bike is 12Nm (at 8000 RPM) and 14.5 BHP (at 9500 RPM).
It has a racing-ready 6-speed transmission. It is the only 125 CC motorcycle in India that offers six gears.
It gets the best bits from its bigger siblings, such as a racing-inspired swing arm. It is also equipped with ABS, a fuel injection system, racing-ready ECU, and the fabled Trellis frame.
It has a radially mounted front brake calliper. The front brake calliper has four opposed pistons!
It has the latest digital instrument cluster. The backlit LED screen offers all the necessary readouts necessary for the rider.
The bike comes in a single variant. It has two colour schemes on offer: white + black and orange + white.
The overall cost of ownership is low compared to other KTM bikes.
The bike has a fuel efficiency factor of 40 KMPL.
The overall handling, ride quality and street appeal of the bike are second to none.

To learn more, head over to your nearest KTM authorised bike dealership today!

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KTM RC 200 – Top Things That You Should Know

KTM Bikes

The RC 200 from KTM is one of the many bikes that received quite a few revisions recently. This post will try to discuss a few of them in brief.
Known for its beastly build and performance, the **KTM RC 200** is every bike lover’s dream. Recently the company came in the news with its revised model.
Details are as follows –

**The frame**
The trellis frame is now 1.5 kilograms lighter. The alloy wheels are also lightweight compared to the ones found in the previous generation of the bike.

**Dimensions**
Dimensions remain unchanged. Details are as follows –
The bike has a wheelbase of 1978 mm
It is 688 mm wide and
A seat height of 820 mm.
Its fuel tank capacity is now increased to 13.7-litres.

**Design**
The design of the bike now has a similarity with the revered KTM RC 16 MotoGP motorcycle. The new additions are:
LED headlamp unit,
LED DRLs and indicators
Wide and foldable RVMs

**Ride quality**
The ride quality of the bike is suitable for daily commute. The following are the revised features:
The clip-on handlebar is raised by 15 mm
Aluminium grab rail for the pillion rider
Redesigned LED taillight complimenting the re-engineered frame.

**Engine**
It has the same 199.5 CC, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that came in the previous generation of the bike. Performance parameters are the same – 25.8 Ps and 19.5 Nm. It has the same 6-speed gearbox with unchanged gear ratios.

**Mechanicals**
The mechanical specs for the revised model are:
The new 320 mm front disc brake is lighter than the one found in the previous generation of the bike.
240 mm rear disc brake and ABS as standard OEM equipment.
WP APEX USD (Upside Down) 43 MM fork suspension unit at the front.
The travel length of the suspension is now increased by 10 mm.
WP mono-shock suspension at the rear.

**Instrument cluster**
The instrument cluster is re-designed. It is an LCD unit that is taken from the KTM Adventure 250.

**Price**
According to the official **KTM bikes price list**, the RC 200 retails at ₹2.04 lakhs – ₹2.11 lakhs, ex-showroom.

If you are interested in the product, head over to the nearest KTM dealer today!

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KTM Duke 200 – Top Things That You Should Know

Best Bikes for Long Drive (Ride) in India – 2021

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Long ride bikes have become increasingly popular, making manufacturers make such bikes at affordable rates. Here is a list of the top long-distance motorcycles in India, including prices.

KTM Adventure 390

The KTM 390 Adventure is the most sophisticated adventure touring motorcycle. It has undergone extensive modifications to make it an ideal adventure bike.

A 373.2cc engine with a 6-speed manual transmission generates 42.9bhp and 37Nm of torque.
Available in two colours and has ABS and disc brakes on the back and front.
Bluetooth-enabled colour TFT panel.
Price: Rs. 2.98 lakhs.

Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220

Among the 200cc cruiser bikes available in India, the Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220 is the most cost-effective option.

Price: Rs.1.34 lakhs
Petrol-powered self-starting bike with a BS 6 compliant engine.
Single-channel ABS on a 5-speed transmission.
220cc single-cylinder bike with a 19-bhp and 17.5Nm torque output.

KTM 250 Adventure

Designed for Indian riders searching for a budget-friendly adventure bike with cutting-edge technology, the KTM 250 Adventure is the best adventure tourer.

It has a 248.8cc liquid-cooled and fuel-injected single-cylinder engine that powers the 250 Adventure.
Four DOHC head-actuated valves for 29.6 bhp at 9000 rpm and 24 Nm of peak torque.
An optimised gearing on this engine for highway driving and has a 6-speed gearbox.
The 250 Adventure’s engine vibrations won’t bother you as you drive at 80 to 100 kmph.
Price: Rs. 2.48 lakhs.

Buying a two-wheeler is a dream for many. With Bajaj Auto Finance, you can easily use vehicle loans to turn your dream into reality and choose the best bike for long drive.

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