While details are yet to be confirmed there are chances that Bajaj will launch the KTM RC 390 as quietly as they launched the KTM Duke 390
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KTM has unveiled the RC 390 in India. The RC 390 is a full faired version of the Duke 390 and is expected to cost Rs 2.5 lakh.
KTM takes GP fascination to streets via new RC series sports bikes made in India. RC 125, RC 200 and RC 390 manufactured at Bajaj's Chakan plant in Pune, will soon be launched in India minus RC 125, which is planned only for export to Europe.
What will you be game for? An affordable performer or a true-blue track machine?
KTM and Bajaj alliance has done well for both the companies and led them from a mediocre position to rule the European road.
The KTM RC 200 is a very sharp handling bike, its riding position is sporty and the way it goes through corners can make you feel like Rossi, says Faisal Ali Khan
The KTM RC 390 will make heads turn while you clock triple digit speed on open roads or preferably on a race track, where it will feel at home. Priced at Rs 2,37,790 (on-road, Mumbai), there is nothing at this price point which comes close to the RC 390 offering on par or even close performance, says Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com.
With a price tag of Rs 2.5 lakh Honda's latest is all spiced up to take on the upcoming Yamaha R25, Hero HX250R, KTM RC 390, Mahindra Mojo, Hyosung GD250R and Kawasaki Ninja 300
KTM has aggressive plans for the Indian market. This includes the launch of two new bikes in the next 15 months.
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The Yamaha R3 is not a completely track focused machine, like the R15. Seating of the bike is much comfortable and you can use it for your routine commuting as well and that is why it has been tagged as a daily superbike.
The Yamaha R3 balances good design, performance and comfort while losing out on razor sharp handling, but all of it comes at a rather steep price, says Indian motoring website MotorBeam.
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