Scoop: KTM Duke 200 caught testing in India!

downsouth · 27th December 2011, 22:49

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Originally Posted by Shubz

Are you sure about this? For I had been to the PBK outlet in Bangalore y'day and they only had the "KTM coming soon" plastered on their glass. Inside there was no hint of Orange. Just some silly white and red balloons and the same vague answers like "Don't know when, dont know how much, don't know this, don't know that" I guess they have all be asked to keep their mouths shut!

But I guess something slipped out of the sales guys mouth - Bookings may start just before the Auto expo!

and I quickly caught on to that saying. Jan 3rd then? Went back to his evasive self - don't know sir. we will call you sir, we will send sms sir.

Friend,

I was talking about the huge sticker with the KTM on it, Not the bike itself. The SA mentioned that no intimation yet on when the bookings would start. Personally, it should start after the official announcement just like the Ninja 650.

Cheers

Shubz · 27th December 2011, 23:12

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Originally Posted by downsouth

Friend,

I was talking about the huge sticker with the KTM on it, Not the bike itself. The SA mentioned that no intimation yet on when the bookings would start. Personally, it should start after the official announcement just like the Ninja 650.

Cheers

Thanks for the clarification sir. Some PBK outlet somewhere has given out the date of launch (or opening bookings) as Jan 3 2012

djay99 · 28th December 2011, 13:09

n_aditya · 28th December 2011, 16:32

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Originally Posted by djay99

You will find KTM on top of webpage (next to ninja)
You will find many models listed with a text as not available in india

Thats a typo which should read as KTM but instead is showing NINJA which leads to the KTM page.

A reliable source mentioned to me that the 690 will be here as well for a mouthwatering price. When is not exactly known but it may be here in a year or two. First the 200 and then the 350. The 690 and the 350 may or may not be launched together.

Shubz · 28th December 2011, 18:25

The roar of the Duke ---> https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=2884433067371

Source: xbhp.com

djay99 · 28th December 2011, 22:30

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Originally Posted by Shubz

The roar of the Duke ---> https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=2884433067371

Source: xbhp.com

Exhaust tune is sweet and accelerations seems to be very good. Thank you for sharing the link.

doctorque · 3rd January 2012, 15:37

Did spot the duke being test just outside Pune just before the expressway. Was on a call and couldnt get a picture. The generally reluctant test bike riders who avaoid any attention they may get, this one was a little different. I was admiring his and he, mine. Just after that i had to cut for the expressway.

n_aditya · 3rd January 2012, 16:07

I'm eagerly waiting for this to hit the showrooms. Planning on replacing my almost 11 year old Suzuki Fiero. Office commutes are getting VERY boring.

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Originally Posted by doctorque

I was admiring his and he, mine.

What were you driving/riding? I presume it was your newly acquired green ninja.

doctorque · 3rd January 2012, 16:45

Well i was too eager to upgrade myself and the duke looked like a decent option. Then finally settled for a Ninja. But the other day i was in a car (rememeber i had to cut towards the e way).

The Suzuki Fiero is a sweet motor bike mate.

CrAzY dRiVeR · 3rd January 2012, 20:57

Bajaj postpones KTM 200 launch to give more importance to the tin-can RE60.

2012 Auto Expo - KTM pulls out

Shubz · 3rd January 2012, 21:59

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Originally Posted by CrAzY dRiVeR

Bajaj postpones KTM 200 launch to give more importance to the tin-can RE60.

2012 Auto Expo - KTM pulls out

and here potential buyers have been screaming themselves hoarse on the bookings (supposed to've been today 3rd jan - now moved (tentatively) to 24th Jan another Tuesday).

They seem to be doing everything to lose out on the KTM fan base? or something else brewing!

I think I will book the 4w-autorickshaw instead

Leepower · 4th January 2012, 00:37

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Originally Posted by CrAzY dRiVeR

Bajaj postpones KTM 200 launch to give more importance to the tin-can RE60.

2012 Auto Expo - KTM pulls out

And Bajaj claims RE60 is a mini-taxi ie an upgrade from three wheelers -- read Autorickshaws
Great move Bajaj

Shubz · 4th January 2012, 01:38

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Originally Posted by Leepower

And Bajaj claims RE60 is a mini-taxi ie an upgrade from three wheelers -- read Autorickshaws
Great move Bajaj

Can't believe Bajaj sidelined KTM for this 4 wheeled contraption!

akshayasok · 4th January 2012, 05:23

Glad the KTM is finally coming, a proper 200 for the Indian roads

pdev29 · 5th January 2012, 20:38

after a long break i thought i will be back in biking scene and bajaj disappointed me with pricing of Ninja, now they delayed the Duke. will i ever get to ride again?

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