KTM RC390 specs and images revealed

KTM hasn't seized to amaze us bike maniacs with the launch of Duke 390 quoted as The Orange Hooligan for the sheer power to weight ratio which is almost reminiscent of 2012 Aston Martin Vantage and the price at which it was launched brought tears of joy.

So after all these drama one may assume that it may take a while to a bring a beast of a bike to market but with KTM RC390 being put into entourage of bikes of having huge fan following. KTM RC390 will be lauched at International Motorcycle Exhibition (EICMA) which will take place in Milan, Italy from November 5th.

Based on its older sibling KTM RC8 the RC390, afully faired version Duke 390 does has some unique features to distinguish like the BMW inspired front fascia, edgier design of the fuel tank, new under belly exhaust design and overall a radical look that you expect from KTM.

Side View of KTM RC390

The Half fairing with exposure the orange powder coated trellis frame does give you the trademark aggressive styling and the whole design is more or less on par with the Duke 390. The RC390 also gets clip-on handlebars and KTM have moved back the footrests and the pedals by a notch.

KTM RC390 Front Fascia

With all the full fairing the bike weighs 8kgs more the Duke 390 and has got a shorter wheelbase compared to the regular 390 which results in greater maneuverability helped by the steering head angle of 66.5 degrees.

Top View of KTM RC390

Powering the RC390 is the same 375cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine producing 45 PS and 35 Nm of torque, mated to a six-speed gearbox as mentioned in my earlier blog. The RC390 is expected to be a bit more expensive than the Duke 390.

KTM RC390 Rear End

So KTM enthusiasts gear up for more mind boggling bikes because this is determined to make an impact and rule the market of mid displacement engine bikes which is for now conquered by the Japanese giants. 

KTM RC390 Cup, younger sibling of KTM RC8 previewed.

KTM RC390 Superbike

KTM has revealed fully clothed version of 390 Duke. The bike will be a part of participation 2014 ADAC Junior Cup.

The bike is race prepped version consists of aggressive sharp edges, body hugging riding position and back end being exposed just like the RC8. The orange tubular trellis frame, WP suspension, titanium Akrapovic exhaust makes it a signature KTM product.

KTM RC390 profile

The race bike's power is reduced to 38 BHP which considerably less than its stock version but weight is reduced to 130 kg so the bike hasn't been compensated on the top speed. The ADAC Cup is held in Germany and is mainly organised to harness the younger talent. 

RC 390 three-quarters

Stefan Pierer hinted that the cup version will be turned into production by saying, "We developed a pure GP racing machine for the Moto3 World Championship. In contrast, the RC 390 Cup is based on a series model project. Both of these two projects were given the highest priority because the development of lower displacement, high quality street bikes are among our core activities. The new KTM RC 390, which will be available for sale in 2014 will meet a big demand for affordable, quality sport bikes for the lower displacement class."

The bike is likely to be launched in the later half of 2014. We expect the RC390 production version will take on the like of Kawasaki Ninja 300, Honda CBR 250, Hyosung 250 GTR. With 390 Duke being launched at such an eye riveting price, the RC 390 is likely to eat up the market which the Japanese stalwarts ruled for a long time.