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Talking about the launch date, the company has kept this detail under wraps as yet. However, it has hinted at launching the RC160 somewhere in October this year.
Upcoming offering from KTM. (File photo)
The top Austrian motorcycle maker, KTM, has finally revealed the plan for the all-new RC160. The company has confirmed that the model will arrive in the Indian market under the 160cc segment. It will replace the struggling 125cc offerings that include RC125 and Duke 125.
Talking about the launch date, the company has kept this detail under wraps as yet. However, it has hinted at launching the RC160 somewhere in October this year.
What’s The Need Of RC160?
The RC160 could be a game-changer for the brand as it has been focusing on the higher CC segment bikes, ignoring the mass market volume. With the RC160, the company might revive the segment, which has been witnessing a lower sales figures, and is decline with each passing day.
Road Presence
Aesthetically, the upcoming RC160 will share company’s typical design language, featuring sharp cuts and creases. It will get signature style fully LED headlight setup, sleak indicators at both ends, aggressive riding posture, and split seating arrangement. The overall road presence might look quite similar as RC200 and RC390, giving a taste of orignialty in the upcoming model.
Expected Price Range
When it comes to the price range, again, everything has been kept under wrap. However, some reports suggested that it might be released somewhere between Rs 1.8 to Rs 1.9 lakh (ex-showroom). The bracket will positioned the RC160 right spot, and will mix with its Japanese and Indian competitors.

Shahrukh Shah, Sub-Editor at News18, loves to write about everything that moves on wheels. With years of experience and the required skill sets, he is contributing to the auto section, where he let people know …Read More
Shahrukh Shah, Sub-Editor at News18, loves to write about everything that moves on wheels. With years of experience and the required skill sets, he is contributing to the auto section, where he let people know … Read More
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