KTM Duke, RC revealed in 250cc avatars!

KTM currently sells the Duke 200 and RC 200 along with the Duke 390 and RC 390 in India. Both models have found favour with Indian motorcyclists and while many have been waiting for word on the launch of models like the 1290 Super Duke R and 1190 RC8 R, KTM has revealed quarter litre versions of the Duke and RC at the Tokyo motorcycle show.

Based on KTM’s 373.2cc single cylinder engine, this 250cc motor produces 31 BHP @ 9,000 rpm and 24 Nm of torque @ 7,250 rpm. This equates to around 6 BHP and nearly 5 Nm of torque more than the Duke/RC 200. The engine weighs in at just 37.2 kgs and would bridge the narrow gap between the Duke/RC 200 and Duke/RC 390.

The target markets for these models remain unknown. Bajaj’s close association with KTM makes India a possible target. However, the current price gap between the Duke 200/Duke 390 and RC 200/RC 390 is around Rs 60,000. If brought to India, the gap between the three variants would be too small, unless KTM plans to replace the 200 with this mill.

Source: moto.it