KTM RC390 R Officially Launched in Europe for €8500 (INR 6.72 Lakh)

Limited Edition KTM RC390 R Launched in Europe - KTM has officially launched the 'R' version of RC 390 SuperSport bike in Europe for €8500 (INR 6.72 Lakh). It is a limited edition model and only 500 units will be manufactured. RC390 R comes with host of hardware upgrades to make it more suitable for...

By imman

Automotive Writer

Source: Maxabout.comPublished Sat, Jan 27, 2018, 11:44 PM ISTUpdated Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 11:14 AM IST

Limited Edition KTM RC390 R Launched in Europe - KTM has officially launched the 'R' version of RC 390 SuperSport bike in Europe for €8500 (INR 6.72 Lakh). It is a limited edition model and only 500 units will be manufactured. RC390 R comes with host of hardware upgrades to make it more suitable for track use.

KTM RC390 R Key Facts

Fully-Adjustable WP Suspension
New Top Yoke and Handlebar Kit
More Extreme Racing Position
Folding Clutch & Brake Levers
Tuned Engine with a Shorter Intake Trumpet
Gets Slightly Wider Power Band
Launched in Europe at €8500
No Launch Plans for India

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KTM RC390 R Officially Launched in Europe for €8500 (INR 6.72 Lakh)[/caption]

KTM SSP300 Race Kit

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SSP300 Race Kit Launched for €11,000 (INR 8.69 Lakh)[/caption] KTM also announced the launch of SSP300 Race Kit for the RC390 R. The kit comes with 230 individual parts to make RC390 R more meaner and stronger! KTM will only manufacture 50 kits every year and it is priced at €11,000.

SSP300 Race Kit Key Facts

Full Titanium Akrapovic EVO02 Exhaust System
Race-Spec ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
STM slipper clutch
Quick-shifter
Wiring Harness
Spare Wheels
Gearing Options
Improved Cooling System
Full Bodywork Kit
Launched in Europe at €11,000
No Launch Plans for India

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KTM RC390 R SSP300 Race Kit[/caption]

KTM RC390 Specifications (India-Spec Model)

Displacement	373.2 cc
No. of Cylinders	1 Cylinder
No. of Gears	6 Speed Gearbox
Maximum Power	43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Maximum Torque	36 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Seat Height	820 mm
Ground Clearance	178.5 mm
Kerb/Wet Weight	170 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	9.5 litres
Top Speed	179 kmph (Approx.)
Front Brake	320mm Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper
Rear Brake	230mm disc brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discs
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes (BOSCH Disengageable)
Front Suspension	WP Suspension Up Side Down
Rear Suspension	WP Monoshock

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Immanuel Raja is an Automotive Writer with 8 years of experience covering the Indian automotive landscape. He specializes in Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Technology, with particular expertise in battery systems, charging infrastructure, and the integration of alternative powertrains in Indian road conditions. Raja has extensively tested over 200 vehicles across various segments, from entry-level EVs to premium hybrids, developing nuanced insights into their performance on India's diverse and challenging roads. His analysis encompasses both technical specifications and practical ownership considerations that matter to Indian consumers, including charging accessibility, maintenance costs, and performance in extreme weather conditions. With a finger on the pulse of India's evolving automotive preferences, Raja delivers clear, factual assessments that help readers navigate the transition to electrified mobility in the context of India's unique market dynamics.

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