Ex-Showroom Price
| 2-Wheeler Type | Sports |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 124.7 cc |
| Maximum Power | 14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Seat Height | 835 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 158 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 160 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 litres |
Pros
- Good Looks
- All-Digital Instrument Console
- ABS
- USD Front Forks
- Advanced Technology
- Solid Build Quality
- Powerful Engine
Cons
- High Price
Colour Options and Price in India | |
| Bike Variant | 2024 KTM RC 125 (New Model) |
| Availability Status in India | Available |
| 2-Wheeler Type | Sports |
| Latest Price in India | 2024 KTM RC 125 price is Rs 1.90 lakh in India (ex-showroom). |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Colour Options | Black / Orange, Orange / Silver |
| Official Tagline | Race-Bred Performance |
| On Road Price | 2024 KTM RC 125 on road price is Rs 2.18 lakh in Delhi, Rs 2.26 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 2.21 lakh in Kolkata, and Rs 2.24 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest KTM dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city. |
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW | |
| Design | |
| Performance | |
| Comfort | |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Features | |
| Build Quality | |
| Value for Money | |
ENGINE AND GEARBOX | |
| Engine Details | 124.7cc, Liquid Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Single Cylinder Engine |
| Fuel System | Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 124.7 cc |
| Maximum Power | 14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Emission Norms | BS6-Compliant |
| Lubrication | Forced, Wet Sump |
| Compression Ratio | 12.8:1 |
| Bore | 58 mm |
| Stroke | 47.2 mm |
| Engine Management | Bosch EMS |
| Number of Gears | 6 |
| Clutch | Wet Multi-Disc Clutch, Mechanically Actuated |
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED | |
| Mileage | KTM RC 125 mileage is 41.32 kmpl (certified). |
| Performance | In terms of performance, the 125cc sportbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 14.6 seconds. |
| Top Speed | KTM RC 125 top speed is 120 kmph (speedo-indicated). |
BRAKES AND TYRES | |
| Front Brake | 320mm Single Disc with Radially Mounted Calliper |
| Rear Brake | 230mm Single Disc with Floating Calliper |
| ABS | Bosch 9.1 MB 1-Channel ABS (Supermoto ABS) |
| Front Tyre | 110/70-R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 150/60-R17 |
| Front Wheel | 17-inch |
| Rear Wheel | 17-inch |
| Wheel Type | Alloys |
| Tubeless Tyres | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
PERFORMANCE FIGURES | |
| 0-60 kmph | 4.3 secs |
| 0-100 kmph | 14.6 secs |
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS | |
| Braking System | 1-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) |
| Similar Bikes | At this price point, KTM RC 125 competes with Yamaha R15 V3 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 in India. Internationally, the 125cc sportbike rivals Yamaha R125, Aprilia RS 125, Suzuki GSX-R125, Kawasaki Ninja 125, and the Honda CBR125R. |
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS | |
| Front Suspension | 43mm WP Apex USD Forks |
| Rear Suspension | WP APEX Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable |
| Frame (Chassis) | Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular) |
| Front Wheel Travel | 120 mm |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 150 mm |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |
| Overall Length | 1977 mm |
| Overall Width | 688 mm |
| Overall Height | 1098 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 158 mm |
| Seat Height | 835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1341 mm |
| Dry Weight | 150 kg |
| Kerb Weight | 160 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.7 litres |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | Digital |
| Neutral Indicator | |
| Clock | |
| ABS Light | |
| LED Indicator Lights | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital |
| Low Fuel Warning Light | |
| Low Oil Indicator | |
| Low Battery Indicator | |
BATTERY AND LIGHTING | |
| Pass Light | |
| Battery Type | Maintenance Free |
| Capacity | 8Ah |
| Voltage | 12V |
| Head Light | Halogen Headlamps with LED Pilot Lamps |
| Tail Light | LED |
| Automatic Headlamp On (AHO) | |
COMFORT FEATURES | |
| Electric Start | |
| Pillion Footrest | |
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |
| Engine Kill Switch | |
| Rider’s Footpegs | |
Miscellaneous Information | |
| Emission (Co2) | 56 g/km |
| Chain | 520 X-Ring |
| Steering Angle | 66.5° |
| Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price | Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges. |
KTM RC 125 Review
Detailed Review by Maxabout Team
Overview
The 2023 KTM RC 125 is one of the most sought after entry-level motorcycles from the Austrian manufacturer that is known across the world for its worth applauding performance as well as the modern design language. For its MY2023 update, the brand has offered the RC 125 with an all-new look while the colour scheme has been altered a bit. Apart from this, in terms of the technical specifications, the sports motorcycle remains the same when compared to its BS4 counterpart. The customers can buy the MY2022 KTM RC 125 in India at a price tag of INR 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom).
KTM RC 125 Design and Style
The New KTM RC 125 is one of the most stylish motorcycles from KTM that has been able to gather tons of enthusiasts. The motorcycle features an overall aggressive sports bike design while the brand has offered it with an all-new face with a huge visor and a single pod headlamp, which adds to its exclusivity. The overall design of the motorcycle grows on you considering the sharper tail section and the upswept profile add to its appearance. The addition of orange alloy wheels further adds to its USP while the KTM RC branding on the front panels now offers it a fresher outlook. The motorcycle gets an LED tail light setup that is suspended in the air just below the rear seat.
KTM RC 125 Engine and Gearbox
Powering the 2023 KTM RC 125 is a 124.7cc DOHC liquid-cooled engine that is BS6-compliant and capable of generating maximum power of 14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm and a peak torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. The engine remains mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The brand has upgraded the engine according to all-new emission norms while the ECU mapping has also been altered. There are some tweaks carried to the exhaust mechanics as well to make it compliant with the BS6 norms.
KTM RC 125 Instrument Console
The KTM RC 125 is an entry-level motorcycle from the Austrian manufacturer that has been equipped with an all-digital instrument console that offers apt riding statistics. The brand has equipped the console with a digital speedometer, tachometer, trip meter as well as a fuel gauge. In addition to this, the brand has equipped the console with an ABS light, clock, low fuel warning indicator, low battery as well as low oil indicator.
KTM RC 125 Suspension and Brakes
The suspension duties on the 2023 KTM RC 125 are handled by Up-Side Down forks sourced from WP while the rear comes mated to a mono-shock absorber sourced from WP as well. The braking department is handled by a 320mm single disc brake at the front while the rear has been equipped with a 230mm disc brake. The motorcycle comes equipped with a single-channel ABS as standard. The brand has equipped the motorcycle with 17-inch alloy wheels at either side while it gets 110/70-R17 tyres at the front and 150/60-R17 at the rear.
KTM RC 125 Dimensions, Top-Speed and Mileage
The New KTM RC 125 is based on a single tube trellis frame while measuring 1977mm in length, 688mm in width and 1098mm in height. It gets a ground clearance of 158mm while the seat height stands at 824mm. The motorcycle has been equipped with a wheelbase of 1341mm while the kerb weight of the RC 125 stands at 160 kg. The sports machine has been imparted a fuel tank capacity of 13.7 litres. The top speed of the motorcycle stands at around 120 kmph while it is expected to offer a fuel efficiency of around 45 kmpl.
KTM RC 125 Colours and Graphics
The 2023 KTM RC 125 is available to the customers in two colour options - Black/Orange and Silver/Orange. The motorcycle has been imparted with a blacked-out body mechanical bits as well as trellis frame. The alloy wheels have been offered an orange colour palette adding to its overall KTM authenticity. The front panel on the motorcycle features the KTM RC 125 branding in larger graphics.
Verdict and Competitors of KTM RC 125
New KTM RC 125 is one of the most preferred motorcycles under the brand’s portfolio that has been imparted with modern bits, stylish design as well as an equally attractive sports colour scheme. With its high price tag, the 125cc sports machine currently competes in the market against the likes of Yamaha R15 V3 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 in the Indian markets in the international markets, the motorcycle lock horns with Yamaha R125, Aprilia RS 125, Suzuki GSX-R125, Kawasaki Ninja 125, and the Honda CBR125R.
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FAQs
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Is KTM RC 125 available in Patna?
29 December 2022 06:02The KTM RC125 is not on sale in India. KTM offers just 4 bikes named RC 200, RC 390, 200 Duke and 390 Duke in India. The bikes are powered by 2 engines measuring 199.5 cc and 373.2 cc. Range starts from 200 Duke, retailing at INR 1,43,000 whereas ends at INR 2,14,000 for the RC 390. The bikes offer the best in class performance as well as weight figures. They can be bought in limited shades and RC series offers orange rims and frame on both the bikes whereas 200 Duke lacks the orange touch on it under body. You can go for RC 200 as it comes with a price tag of INR 1,69,000.
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What is the price of KTM RC 125 in India?
29 December 2022 06:00KTM RC125 has no launch plans for the country as KTM will not be able to price the bike properly due to 95 percent part sharing with the elder cousins from the RC family. The RC200 is priced around INR 1,69,000 whereas it’s INR 2,14,000 for the RC390. The INR 45,000 gap between the both is justified by bigger engine, premium tyres, dual channel ABS and a slipper clutch. On the other hand, by providing no such difference, KTM cannot price the bike with another INR 45,000 drop and even if done, the INR 1,24,000 price tag would not justify the 125 cc character of the bike.
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Which one should I buy: KTM RC 125 or Suzuki Gixxer SF Moto GP Edition?
29 December 2022 05:59You can only buy Suzuki Gixxer SF Moto GP edition as KTM RC 125 is not available for sale in India. The Gixxer is a great performer with a 154.9 cc engine producing 14.6 BHP and 14 NM of torque. It comes with an excellent aerodynamic design, returning a mileage of more than 40 kmpl. It comes with a price tag of INR 84,939 for the Moto GP edition.
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What is the actual price of KTM RC 125 in Kalyan?
29 December 2022 05:59KTM RC125 is currently not available in India and the most possible alternate for the same in the country is RC200. The RC series currently sells RC200 and RC390 in the Indian market. RC125 has more chances of launch then all the other 125cc performance motorcycles like Yamaha R125 and Honda CBR125R. The reason behind the same is that KTM do not offer any 150cc motorcycle, which would alter the pricing affair of the 125cc offering whereas other two have a 150cc cousin at an affordable price. Pricing the RC125 around INR 1,25,000 would make the KTM supersport feel more closer than the current generation RC200 priced at INR 1,69,000. The RC125 comes with a 124.7 cc engine producing 14.8 BHP and 12 NM of torque.
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What is the actual on-road mileage of KTM RC 125 & RC 200?
29 December 2022 05:42The actual on road mileage for the KTM RC 200 is nearly 30 kmpl, which includes the mixed usage of bike in city traffic and the highway driving. The KTM RC 125 is currently not available in India and no on-road mileage figure is available till yet.
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User Reviews for KTM RC
Overpriced Bike KTM 125
It is not value for money KTM 125 RC defeat with every single bike like Pulser RS, NS. It was burst racing experience. To solve this problem please less the price of bike or to increase the power of bike.
Best Features: There are not value for money very overpriced
Pros: -
Cons: This is very over priced and not beat any bike (i.e) RS, R15, Apache
Nice Bike
Nice bike my dream bike I love you KTM RC200. Only KTM RC200. Nice look. Coming soon my new bike KTM RC200 love You KTM company.
Best Features: Look Super Look
Pros: 200cc and Look
Cons: -
What else can they offer at this price.
The new exhaust is not my type of choice as it looks really odd. Underbelly was the best unit ever.
Best Features: Riding position
Pros: Everything, mainly riding position, makes you feel like a motoGP rider
Cons: Exhaust
KTM RC390 Head Gasket Leakage
My bike completed only 2526kms and engine head gasket leaked. Service done by KTM authorized service center. I am very disappointed
Best Features: Only sound
Pros: Looks, power
Cons: My bike complete only 2526kms and engine head gasket leaked
Want performance and safety at the same? Yes you're right, this is it.
I ride this 300 cc monster each and every day in my life since I bought it, just local errands about 40 to 50 kms everyday, even though everyone talks about the riding posture and all that, for a person height above 6 feet and above... It's gonna be the most perfect bike for you. Even though it takes your energy, due to its race posture, you gotta learn how to hold the belly of the bike and ride, that way it becomes easy. As the cons I mentioned: little tank, vibration due to less engine refinement, flat seat, no slipper clutch (in 2014 models). It's the bike for anyone and everyone to ride and learn before you proceed to higher capacity vehicles, so that you know how to control your mind speed, and to ride responsibly. This is true, applause to KTM for bringing such an awesome bike as this to India.
Best Features: Strong motor, even though it's a single 373cc cylinder, you gotta ride one of these.
Pros: Performance, riding posture for those track days, informative digital console.
Cons: Riding posture in terms of versatility or DAILY use. Vibs like hell, you can even say it's a sporty royal Enfield. FUEL tank: I gotta full my tank every 2 days, just gets boring