KTM RC 390
Wednesday, 22 February 2017
Monday, 30 January 2017
KTM RC 200
KTM RC 200
| Displacement | 199.5 cc |
| Maximum Power | 24.65 Bhp @ 10000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm |
| No. of Cylinders | 1 |
| No. of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 820 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 178.5 mm |
| Kerb/Wet Weight | 154 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 9.5 litres |
| Top Speed | 140 kmph |
KTM RC 200 (2017): Pros & Cons
Pros
- Looks & Style (7740 of 10048 agree)
- Technology (5491 of 7576 agree)
- Good Build Quality (4970 of 7062 agree)
- Powerful Engine (5226 of 7221 agree)
- Good Value for Money (4154 of 7197 agree)
Cons
- Limited Sales & Service Outlets (3157 of 5725 agree)
- No ABS (3221 of 6515 agree)
- Uncomfortable Pillion Seat (3348 of 6124 agree)
| Overview | KTM has officially launched the 2017 model of RC 200 in India for Rs 1.71 lakhs. The most affordable track based 200cc motorcycle in India, KTM RC 200 comes with all of the premium equipment like USD forks, projectors headlights, aerodynamic design and all-new Black-White-Orange theme. It lacks ABS while shares the Orange frame with its elder sibling, RC390. KTM RC200 competes against Bajaj Pulsar RS200 and Honda CBR250R in India. |
| Bike Variant | KTM RC 200 |
| Also Known As (AKA) | 200cc KTM RC |
| Ex-Showroom Price (Delhi) | Rs 1.71 lakh |
| On-Road Price (Delhi) | Rs 1.89 lakh (approx.) |
| Mileage | 25-35 kmpl (approx.) |
| Type | Sports |
| Status | Available |
| Shades | White-Black-Orange |
| Official Tagline | City Performance |
| Frame/Chassis | Tubular space frame made from steel, powder-coated |
ENGINE, POWER & TORQUE | |
| Displacement | 199.5 cc |
| Maximum Power | 24.65 Bhp @ 10000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm |
| Engine Description | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Bore | 72 mm |
| Stroke | 49 mm |
| No. of Cylinders | 1 |
| Power-to-weight Ratio | 160.4 Bhp per tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 124.67 NM per tonne |
| Specific Output | 123.8 Bhp per litre |
| Fuel Type | Unleaded Premium Fuel |
TRANSMISSION | |
| No. of Gears | 6 |
| Clutch | Clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated |
| Primary Gear Ratio | 22:72 |
| Secondary Gear Ratio | 14:42 |
| Gear Pattern | 1-down, 5-up |
BRAKES | |
| Front Brake | 300 mm Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discs |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | |
SUSPENSION | |
| Front Suspension | WP Suspension 4357 (Upside Down Forks) |
| Rear Suspension | WP Suspension 4618 EM (Monoshock) |
| Front Wheel Travel | 125 mm |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 150 mm |
WHEELS & TYRES | |
| Front Tyre | 110/70-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 150/60-17 |
| Tubeless Tyres | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT & CAPACITIES | |
| Overall Length | 1978 mm |
| Overall Width | 688 mm |
| Overall Height | 1098 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 178.5 mm |
| Seat Height | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1340±15 mm |
| Dry Weight | 147.5 kg |
| Kerb/Wet Weight | 154 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 9.5 litres |
PERFORMANCE & MILEAGE | |
| 0-100 kmph | 9.30 secs |
| Top Speed | 140 kmph |
| Mileage (City) | 25 kmpl |
| Mileage (Highway) | 35 kmpl |
| Mileage (Combined) | 30 kmpl |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE | |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | Digital |
| Clock | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital |
| Gear Shift Light | |
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE | |
| Electric Start | |
| Pillion Footrest | |
| Pass Light | |
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |
| Engine Kill Switch | |
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Chain | 5/8 x 1/4” X-Ring |
| Steering Angle | 66.5° |
LIGHTING | |
| Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp |
| Projector Head Light | |
The RC200 is the entry-level sportsbike from KTM for the Indian market. The fully-faired motorcycle, based on the Duke 200, is one of the few budget track-oriented machines on sale in India.The RC200 uses the same 200cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with power output of 25bhp and 19Nm of torque, mated to a six-speed gearbox. This motorcycle uses the modified version of the Duke’s trellis frame chassis to extract better performance on track. With the kerb weight of just 154 kg, the RC200 has a superb power-to-weight-ratio of 162bhp per ton.
Apart from the full fairing, the RC200 also gets additional features over the Duke 200 which includes dual projector headlamps, clip-on handlebars, LED tail lamps, aerodynamic windshield, disc-brake with Bosch ABS as standard feature. The motorcycle uses 43mm inverted WP front shocks and a monoshock suspension at the rear. The LCD display provides plenty of details including two tripmeters, shift lights and low fuel indicator.
Unlike the Duke 200, this new bike gets super sticky Metzeler tyres for better road grip in both wet and dry conditions. The RC200 is manufactured and exported from the Bajaj’s Chakan facility along with the other entry-level models from KTM. The RC200 mainly competes mainly with the CBR 250R and the Yamaha ABS in the entry-level performance motorcycles segment.
Sunday, 29 January 2017
KTM DUKE 200
KTM DUKE 200
Specifications
| Displacement | 199.5 cc | |||||
| Maximum Power | 24.6 Bhp @ 10000 rpm | |||||
| Maximum Torque | 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm | |||||
| No. of Cylinders | 1 | |||||
| No. of Gears | 6 | |||||
| Seat Height | 810 mm | |||||
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | |||||
| Kerb/Wet Weight | 136 kg | |||||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 litre | |||||
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KTM 200 Duke: Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
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| Next-Gen model | 2017 KTM Duke 200 |
| Overview | KTM 200 Duke carries the same equipment as the 390 Duke while it looses the ideal Orange frame and wheels for Black painted ones. The motorcycle will soon receive an update in the form of 2017 variant, getting a bigger instrument console, much sharp design and even LED lights at the front. KTM 200 Duke gets the best acceleration abilities in its segment and is still the best street bike you can buy in India under Rs 1.50 lakhs. |
| Bike Variant | KTM 200 Duke |
| Also Known As (AKA) | 200cc Duke |
| Ex-Showroom Price (Delhi) | Rs 1.43 lakh |
| On-Road Price (Delhi) | Rs 1.59 lakh (approx.) |
| Mileage | 25-35 kmpl (approx.) |
| Type | Naked |
| Status | Available |
| Shades | Orange, White, Black |
| Official Tagline | A Powerful Appearance |
| Frame/Chassis | Tubular space frame made from steel tubes, powder-coated |
| Warranty | 2 Years/30,000 Kms |
ENGINE, POWER & TORQUE | |
| Displacement | 199.5 cc |
| Maximum Power | 24.6 Bhp @ 10000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm |
| Engine Description | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection system |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment |
| Bore | 72 mm |
| Stroke | 49 mm |
| No. of Cylinders | 1 |
| Power-to-weight Ratio | 180.88 BHP per tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 141.17 NM per tonne |
| Specific Output | 123.30 BHP per litre |
TRANSMISSION | |
| No. of Gears | 6 |
| Clutch | Clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated |
| Primary Gear Ratio | 22:72 |
| Secondary Gear Ratio | 14:42 |
BRAKES | |
| Front Brake | 300 mm Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discs |
SUSPENSION | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Upside Down Forks (WP Suspension 4357) |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock, Alloy Swingarm (WP Suspension 4618 EM) |
| Front Wheel Travel | 150 mm |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 150 mm |
WHEELS & TYRES | |
| Front Tyre | 110/70 R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 150/60 R17 |
| Wheel Type | Alloys |
| Tubeless Tyres | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
BATTERY | |
| Battery Type | Maintenance Free |
| Capacity | 8Ah |
| Voltage | 12V |
ELECTRICALS | |
| Electrical System | 238 w Alternator |
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT & CAPACITIES | |
| Overall Length | 2002 mm |
| Overall Width | 873 mm |
| Overall Height | 1274 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm |
| Seat Height | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1367 mm |
| Dry Weight | 129.5 kg |
| Kerb/Wet Weight | 136 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 litres |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.5 litres |
| Oil tank capacity | 1.4 litres |
PERFORMANCE & MILEAGE | |
| 0-60 kmph | 3.30 secs |
| 0-100 kmph | 9.20 secs |
| 60-0 kmph | 15.87 mtrs |
| Top Speed | 138 kmph |
| Mileage (City) | 25 kmpl |
| Mileage (Highway) | 35 kmpl |
| Mileage (Combined) | 30 kmpl |
| Range | 380 kms |
| 0-400m | 16.74 secs |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE | |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | Digital-2 |
| Clock | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital |
| Gear Shift Light | |
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE | |
| Electric Start | |
| Pillion Footrest | |
| Pass Light | |
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |
| Pillion Grabrail | |
| Engine Kill Switch | |
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Steering Angle | 65° |
| Chain | 5/8 x 1/4” (520) O-Ring |
LIGHTING | |
| Head Light | 12V, 60/55W, H4 |
| Tail Light | LED |
Update
KTM-Bajaj has finally updated the RC and Duke series in India. The 2016 models now come equipped with all-time on headlamps (there is no on-off switch now). Other changes made are improved paint quality, NOK seal, better and improved seat, vapor recovery system for fuel tank, new ECU mounts, new pillion seat assembly, adjustable handlebar levers, better cooling via improved radiator fans, increased disc brake thickness, plastic flaps on front forks. The RC 200 and 200 Duke now come equipped with better and improved rear view mirrors, plus these 2 models also get new MRF tyres. The front disc brake size has also been increased from 280mm to 300mm in 200 Duke and RC 200.Design and Style
The design and concept of the bike is extremely new for Indians. Yes, we have seen bikes like Yamaha FZ before which also carry the naked looks but the premium touch and appeal of this bike makes it one of its kinds. Starting from its front, the bike has very slim headlight with no visor. The front mudguard is also short and simple in size but its big telescopic forks, disk plate and wider tyre makes it look macho. The bike has very small body panels. The tank is big and uplifted and sports Duke on it. The rear mudguard is very sporty and along with its fatty tyre, the bike can hold your attention easily. Small tail light is very simple and its black coloured grab rails and clear lens indicators also complement the overall styling.Instrument Console
KTM promotes the instrument console of Duke as cockpit which features a digital speedometer, odometer, trip meter and fuel gauge. This cockpit also has some LED indicators. The bike uses orange coloured back light in its instrument console. The instrument console is not easily readable and apart from its speedometer, you will have to search for other things in it as it compromises on space.Engine and Gearbox
The bike uses a single-cylinder, liquid- cooled 200cc engine. This 4-stroke, DOHC engine is very powerful as it churns out a maximum power output of 25 bhp at 10000 rpm. The torque output of this engine is 19.2 Nm which is available at 8000 rpm. The bike is equipped with a six-speed manual gearbox with one gear down and five gears up-shift pattern.Acceleration and Performance
This is the best engine ever used in any street bike in India. The high refinement of this DOHC engine allows you to rev this bike as hard as possible. The gear ratios are well matched with this engine which makes this bike more energetic. The bike does 0-100km/hour in 9.2 seconds. The crispy gear ratios allow you to move quickly through city traffic without wasting much time. The bike can easily go pass the speed of 135km/hr. The throttle response is very impressive. The power to weight ratio of this bike is incredible due to its lightweight.This bike performs best after 4000rpm and till 10000rpm; there is nothing which will disturb you. The torque production is also satisfactory which reduces frequent gear shifting. The bike easily picks up in any gear and even with a pillion rider; you can easily overtake most of the bikes on highways. It’s a perfect option for highway cruising. Even if you take this bike off road, the high amount of torque is available very early which confirms you a pleasant ride. Take it on any terrain and you will be surprised to see the power delivery of this bike. Its short gear ratios, light weight and responsive engine make it perfect for those who know and like to perform stunts. The bike has something for everyone.
Comfort while Driving
The seat of the bike is very comfortable and can hold you for a long time. Foot pegs are placed far behind in order to give your knees a perfect angle to roll back so that your thighs firmly hold the tank of the bike. The wide handles bar is also very convenient and you can firmly hold it with your palm. The shoulders feel much relaxed and even in city traffic, it’s not an issue to use this bike.Suspension and Brakes
It has a very capable suspension system with high-quality upside-down fork at its front and mono shock absorber at its back. Big discs of 300mm at its front and 230mm at its back confirms you a safe ride with complete control on this bike.Ride and Handling
Its superb suspension, extremely wide rear tyre and a wheelbase of 1367 mm gives you a very stable and pleasing ride. Moreover its, lightweight rear swing arm adds to the stability of this bike. It handles really well and it’s not difficult to steer this bike in city traffic. The bike is quite nimble and strong around corners and gives you immense confidence. The tyres hold the road firmly and even on highway also, it’s a very stable bike and its good suspension keeps you grounded at high speeds. Its suspension and handling can also prompt you to take it off road. It can digest any pothole and can easily cross any obstruction with a ground clearance of 165mm.Price
Bajaj-KTM has priced the 200 Duke at INR 1,43,000 (Ex-showroom New Delhi). At this price it seems to be little over-priced for a 200cc bike but 200 Duke is awesome in terms of looks and styling and is also a very powerful 200cc bike. Yamaha R15 is a 150cc bike but is priced around Rs. 1.18 lakhs and selling very well because it is technically very sound, same is with KTM 200 Duke which features a liquid cooled 200cc engine which generates maximum power of 25 Bhp and also comes with front and rear disc brakes.Shades
It was launched with only one colour option - Orange. But on demand and feedback from customers KTM has launched two new shades: White and Black.Verdict
It is priced at INR 1.43 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). This bike is not for everyone and its high price tag is an evidence of it. At this price, it creates its own league and will only appeal to those who are looking for an affordable and real street bike. Moreover, the high quality performance, naked looks and exclusivity are enough reasons for one to buy it. This bike will give you a different identity and if you are ready to spend this much of money on a bike then it’s a complete value for money package
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