The upcoming RC 160 will replace the RC 125 after its launch
Quick Highlights:
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Upcoming KTM sports bike spotted testing in India
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It is most likely to be the RC 160, the replacement for the RC 125
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After launch, it’ll be the most affordable KTM until the Duke 160 arrives
KTM India has been developing a 160cc RC and Duke for the Indian market and they are going to be much more powerful replacements for the recently discontinued KTM RC 125 and the 125 Duke. As seen in the spy shot, the motorcycle does look production ready which means KTM India is all set to launch it soon.
What the Spy Shots Reveal
The motorcycle gets similar styling, paint scheme and graphics as seen on other KTM RC motorcycles. The person who took these spy shots confirmed that the motorcycle seen in the pictures had an RC 160 badging on the fairing. The motorcycle does look quite good with the white paint scheme, making it look very attractive. The familiar RC design along with the attractive paint schemes will surely help the RC 160 attract a lot of first-time buyers.
What Can Be Expected
The upcoming RC 160 could be powered by a downsized version of the RC 200’s engine. This new 160cc motor is expected to produce around 20PS and 14-15Nm. In comparison, the discontinued KTM RC 125 used to make 14.5PS and 12Nm. The expected power figures are surely going to help RC 160 compete comfortably with its competition.
The underpinnings are most likely to be the same as the RC 200 which gets a split trellis frame along with an inverted fork and monoshock suspension setup. The RC 200 also gets a premium cast- aluminium swing arm along with 17-inch alloy wheels at both ends. For braking duties, the RC 160 should get Bybre calipers, along with a disc brake at both ends. Like all other KTMs, the RC 160 is also expected to get an all-LED lighting setup along with an LCD display as seen on the RC 200. It is also expected to get a switchable dual-channel ABS setup.
Expected Price
The Upcoming KTM RC 160 is expected to be priced around the Rs 1.80-1.90 lakh (ex-showroom) mark. In the Indian market, the RC 160 is going to compete with the Yamaha R15 V4, Hero Karizma XMR 210 and the Suzuki Gixxer 150. KTM India could launch this motorcycle by the second half of 2025. Also, there are high chances that the Duke 160 could also be launched alongside the RC.
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