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Bajaj launches all-new KTM RC range bikes

- ACI

Bajaj Auto Ltd. has launched the all-new KTM RC range comprising the RC 390 and the RC 200. KTM, Europe’s number one motorcycle brand has a rich legacy in the world of motorsport­s with more than 270 World Championsh­ip racing titles.

Similar to all KTMs, the RC range are also race-ready motorcycle­s with the KTM RC 390 boasting of premium features like the ride-by-wire, slipper clutch, and ABS. The RC 200 comes with class-leading features like aluminum swing arm, trellis frame and upside down suspension. Both the RC 390 and RC 200 possess class-leading power of 43.5 Ps and 25 Ps, respective­ly, and sport all-new Racing Graphics for 2017. Both models are also compliant with BS IV norms.

Launched in 2012 KTM has gone on to become the fastest growing sports motorcycle brand with over 1,00,000 KTM bikes on Indian roads.

The growth has been spurred by a large network of 325 exclusive KTM showrooms which will grow to 450 by March 2018. Amit Nandi, President (Probiking), Bajaj Auto Ltd. said, “The new KTM RC 390 is packed to the gills with cutting-edge racing features and the new KTM RC 200 is an exciting upgrade over the previous model. With these products we will strengthen our already dominant position in the premium sports segment.” KTM RC 390 has been launched at a price of Rs. 225,300, and KTM RC 200 at Rs. 171,340 (ex-showroom Delhi).

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