[MHG]

Source: http://www.ktm.com/in/naked-bike/200...ighlights.html

I went to KTM's website and guess what I found ? The page now says "KTM 200 DUKE ABS 2013: A POWERFUL APPEARANCE". I suppose since they need to mass produce ABS systems for the 390 Duke they've decided to upgrade the 200 Duke with ABS as well. Great news indeed

BTW, color option seems limited to Orange and White. Regular 200 Duke is available in Orange, Black and White.

@Mods: Seems like nobody has discussed this silent launch, hence decided to create a thread. If you think this information belongs in another thread, kindly move it there.

[akhil_rpmlover]

Oh.This is a good scoop.
Not even other blogs have found it, i guess. This seems great news for a guy like me, as I was thinking of booking one(haven't squared on Duke yet though) next month or January. How much increase in prices do you expect?

[MHG]

Originally Posted by akhil_rpmlover

Oh.This is a good scoop.
Not even other blogs have found it, i guess.

Its no scoop. Its the official KTM website itself

I'm surprised no blog noticed it. I just got lucky with googling I guess...

This seems great news for a guy like me, as I was thinking of booking one(haven't squared on Duke yet though) next month or January. How much increase in prices do you expect?

If its a fairly advanced ABS system, I suppose it should have an increase identical to that of Honda CBR 250R. Then the ABS model either may or may not come to India if they decide to bring the 390 Duke ONLY with ABS as an additional differentiator.

[akhil_rpmlover]

Originally Posted by MHG

Its no scoop. Its the official KTM website itself

But, how did you find it? I mean, by clicking 'Highlights' tab, it doesn't give any info on 2013 Duke. I cant find it by normally surfing on the website.

[MHG]

Originally Posted by akhil_rpmlover

But, how did you find it? I mean, by clicking 'Highlights' tab, it doesn't give any info on 2013 Duke. I cant find it by normally surfing on the website.

Google KTM Duke 200 and follow the link

[MHG]

Update: Seems like even the international 125 Duke shall come with ABS from 2013 model onwards.

Link: http://www.ktm.com/125/125-duke-eu/h...l#.UKKhYSHMh1E

@Mods: Please help me edit the original thread post.

Here is a quote from above link:

Originally Posted by KTM

In 2013, KTM is setting a new milestone in the mobilisation of young riders: The KTM 125 Duke is the world's first 125 cc motorbike to offer ABS – thus making the first steps into motorised mobility even safer than ever. And obviously none of the familiar dynamism is lost along the way. On the contrary: The pedigree motorbike technology can now be enjoyed with even greater relaxation – dynamic cornering guaranteed. The refined four-stroke single cylinder with fuel injection and six-speed transmission provides decent propulsion. And the low fuel consumption ensures a reasonable level of economy. Simply a genuine KTM – and setting new standards for 125s.