KTM launches RC 125 ABS in India

• Directly derived from the MotoGP world of KTM RCs.
• Introductory price of Rs. 1.47Lacs, Bookings commence, Deliveries begin end June

 19^th June 2019, Pune / Chennai: KTM, Europe’s No.1 motorcycle brand, today announced the launch of the all-new RC 125 ABS. KTM has an unparalleled legacy in motorsports with over 300 world championships spanning over 65 years. Since its entry into India in 2012, KTM is also the country’s fastest growing motorcycle brand.

The all-new RC125 gives biking enthusiasts an entry into KTM’s high adrenaline world of supersport motorcycling. Inspired by KTM’s MotoGP machine the RC16, this fully faired bike, is adept at conquering the track and street alike. Like every KTM motorcycle, the RC 125 too is Ready to Race. Boasting of a host of premium components, the RC 125 is a true KTM loaded with the best of motorcycling technology and engineering. It comes with KTM’s iconic steel trellis frame, upside down front suspension by WP and triple clamp handlebar to provide top of the class handling. It sports a fresh new look in 2 exciting colour options that further highlight its Supersport origins. Powering the RC 125 is an advanced DOHC engine producing class leading 14.5 Ps power and 12 Nm torque. Twin Projector headlights with DRL and ABS by BOSCH make the RC 125 a complete package for every budding motorcycling aficionado. 

Speaking on the occasion Sumeet Narang, Vice President (Probiking) at Bajaj Auto Ltd. said “KTM motorcycles are built to a purpose of winning performance and handling. It is no different with the RC 125 which will provide a true KTM experience to the motorcycle enthusiast seeking to enter our Supersport world. It carries Moto GP genes from its sibling, the much celebrated RC16”  

Sharing the winning potential as the rest of the RC range the KTM RC 125 is set to offer a premium big-bike feel and has been launched at an introductory price of Rs. 147,213 (ex-showroom Delhi). Bookings commence today across 470 exclusive KTM showrooms in the country with deliveries starting end of June.

KTM is India’s fastest growing motorcycle brand. Globally, It has grown last year to become the world’s largest selling premium motorcycle brand.

 Technical specification:

Model	KTM RC 125
Engine type	Single Cylinder 4 Valve, DOHC, Liquid Cooled, Fuel injection
Displacement	124.7
Bore/stroke	58 x 47.2 mm
Power	14.5 PS @ 9,250 rpm
Torque	12 Nm at 8,000  rpm
Compression ratio	12.8:1
Starter/battery	12 V 8 AH VRLA
Transmission	6 speed constant mesh
Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	Wet, Multiplate
Frame	Trellis Frame
Front suspension	Inverted telescopic fork, 43mm dia
Rear suspension	Mono shox.- 10 steps (Adjuster Slots)
Front brake	300 mm Disc
Rear brake	230 mm Disc
ABS	Single channel ABS by Bosch
Tyres front/rear	Front - 110/70 R17 Rear -  150/60 R17
Wheel base	1341 mm
Ground clearance	157 mm
Overall length	1977 mm
Seat height	835 mm
Tank capacity	9.5 lit
Dry weight	154.2kgs