Bookings for the new generation KTM RC 390 has unofficially been started in the Indian market for a token ranging from INR 1000 – INR 10,000. Although the company itself hasn’t officially announced the release of its new sporty machine, the bookings have started.

New 2021 KTM RC 390 bookings open in India | Price?

KTM is all set to revise its ongoing RC lineup in the coming future. And in this run, the firm's popular offering, RC 390 is also getting a makeover. The upcoming fully faired motorcycle from KTM is soon marking its debut in India.

2022 KTM RC 390 spotted testing in India

KTM RC 390 motorcycle has entered the Nepali market under the paint scheme of metallic silver color. Hansraj Hulaschand &amp; Company, the official distributor of KTM motorcycles for Nepal, has recently made the motorcycle available in the Nepali market.

KTM RC 390 Price in Nepal | Full Specifications, Colors, Features

The ongoing iteration of Austrian bikemaker KTM’s popular model- RC390 has been removed from KTM India’s official website. This has given us a hint that the popular bikemaker is up to releasing the new version of the bike any time soon, i..e the 2022 KTM RC 390. 
Expected Price: Rs. 2.8-2.85 lakhs

2022 KTM RC 390 launching soon in India- Expected Price, Features?

<h2>Introduction</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.autoncell.com/detail/news/ktm-rc-390-metallic-silver-price-nepal">KTM RC 390</a> and <a href="https://www.autoncell.com/detail/news/tvs-apache-rr310-price-nepal">TVS Apache RR310</a> are two of the most popular bikes in Nepal. Both motorbikes have attracted the attention of Nepalese electric vehicle enthusiasts. Even though these two bikes come with different engine sizes, both of them are versatile in terms of design and looks.</p>
<p>So, if you are in a dilemma about which of these two machines is currently the best one in the market, take a look at the contrasted specifications of the bike together with their features and cost.</p>
<h2>Specifications Comparison</h2>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 53px;"><strong>Contents</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 53px;">KTM RC 390</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 53px;">TVS Apache RR310</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Engine type</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">1-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled engine, DOHC FI</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">1-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, reverse inclined</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Displacement</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">373 cc</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">312.2 cc</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Max power</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">43.5 PS &nbsp;@ 9000 rpm</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">34 PS @ 9700 rpm</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Max torque</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">37 Nm @ 7000 rpm</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">27.3 Nm @ 7700 rpm</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Gearbox</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">6-speed</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">6-speed</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Starting</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">Electric start</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">Electric start</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Fuel capacity</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">9.5 L</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">11 L</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Max speed</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">166 Km/h</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">160 Km/h</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Dimensions</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">2145 mm X 760 mm X 830 mm</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">2001 mm X 786 mm X 1135 mm</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Kerb Weight</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">158 Kg</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">174 Kg</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Ground clearance</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">158 mm</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">180 mm</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Wheelbase</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">1340 mm</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">1365 mm</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Seat height</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">824 mm</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">810 mm</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Braking system</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">Twin channel ABS</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">Twin channel ABS</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Front Brake</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">320 mm Disc</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">300 mm Disc</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Rear Brake</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">230 mm Disc</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">240 mm Disc</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Tires</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">Tubeless</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">Tubeless</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Front tire</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">110/ 70 &ndash; 17</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">110/ 70 &ndash; 17 Radial</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Rear tire</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">150/ 60 &ndash; 17</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">150/ 60 &ndash; 17 Radial</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Front Suspension</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">WP Apex 43</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">Inverted cartridge telescopic Fork</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 28px;"><strong>Rear Suspension</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 28px;">WP-Apex Monoshock</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 28px;">Monotube floating piston gas-assisted shock absorbers</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;"><strong>Mileage</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px; height: 18px;">25 Km/L</td>
<td style="width: 285px; height: 18px;">31 Km/L</td>
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<td style="width: 284.986px;"><strong>Colors</strong></td>
<td style="width: 284.986px;">Ceramic White, Silver Metallic</td>
<td style="width: 285px;">Phantom Black, Racing Red</td>
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<h2>Comparison of the KTM RC 390 and the TVS Apache RR310</h2>
<p>As mentioned earlier, KTM RC 390 and TVS Apache RR310 comes with different engine capacity. While the KTM bike with a 373 cc DOHC FI engine is capable of producing a maximum power of 43.5 PS alongside 27.3 Nm of maximum torque, the <a href="https://tvsnepal.com/product/rr310">TVS machine</a> only produces 34 PS of maximum power and 27.3 Nm of maximum torque using a 312.2 cc reverse inclined engine. However, both machines have a liquid-cooled cooling system and a 6-speed gearbox with an anti-hopping clutch.</p>
<p>In terms of ground clearance and wheelbase, TVS Apache RR310 looks stronger than the KTM RC 390. While TVS Apache RR310 comes with 180 mm of ground clearance and 1365 mm of wheelbase, the KTM RC 390 only gets 158 mm of ground clearance and 2600 mm of wheelbase.</p>
<p>Likewise, TVS Apache RR 310 also wins the race in the mileage game. According to the reports, it offers a range of 31 Km/L. On the other hand, KTM RC 390 provides a range of 25 Km/L. Similarly, TVS Apache RR 310 features a larger 11-liter fuel tank than the KTM RC 390, which has a 9.5-liter tank. However, KTM RC outperforms the competition when we look at the top speed of both machines.</p>
<p>Moving on, the kerb weight of KTM RC and Apache RR is 158 Kg and 174 Kg respectively. Since the KTM RC is a lighter bike than the Apache RR, it will be simpler to ride.</p>
<h2>Price Comparison</h2>
<p>KTM RC 390, which costs Rs, 9,44,900 in Nepal, is quite expensive than the TVS Apache RR310 which comes at a price tag of Rs. 7,99,900.</p>
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<td style="width: 50%; height: 30px;"><strong>Model</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%; height: 30px;">Price in Nepal</td>
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<td style="width: 50%; height: 18px;"><strong>KTM RC 390</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%; height: 18px;">Rs. 9,44,900</td>
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<td style="width: 50%; height: 18px;"><strong>TVS Apache RR310</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%; height: 18px;">Rs. 7,99,900</td>
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<p>Given that both bikes have strength in their respective categories, it is difficult to pick just one. However, TVS Apache RR310 can be the right choice for you as it gets better features, specs, and mileage at a low price as compared to the KTM RC 390.</p>
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Know which is the most value-for-money bike between KTM RC 390 and TVS Apache RR 310

KTM RC 390

Key Specifications

Engine Displacement (CC)

Single Cylinder,Liquid cooled

Fuel Type

Petrol

No Of Gears

6 Speed

Mileage (ARAI) kmpl

25 kmpl

Engine

Engine Type

Single Cylinder,Liquid cooled

Engine Displacement (CC)

373.3 cc

Power (PS@rpm)

43.5 Ps @ 9000 rpm

Torque (Nm@rpm)

36 Nm @ 7000 rpm

Bore

89 mm

Stroke

60 mm

No Of Cylinders

N/A

Drive Type

N/A

Valves (per cylinder)

N/A

Fuel System

N/A

Fuel Type

Petrol

Ignition

Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment

Transmission

No Of Gears

6 Speed

Brakes

Brakes Front

Disc

Brakes Rear

Disc

Performance and Fuel economy

Mileage (ARAI) kmpl

25 kmpl

0-60 (km/h)

N/A

Top Speed (Km/h)

166 Kmph

Chassis and Suspension

Chassis Type

Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated

Suspension-Front

WP Upside-Down Ø 43 mm

Suspension-Rear

WP Monoshock

Tyres and Wheels

Tyre Size (Front)

110/70 - 17

Tyre Size (Rear)

150/60 - 17

Wheel Size

Front :-17 inch, Rear :-17 inch

Tyre Type

Tubeless

Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)

Alloy

Dimensions

Length*Width*Height

2145*760*830

Wheelbase(mm)

1340 ± 15 mm

Ground Clearance (mm)

178.5 mm

Fuel Capacity (Litres)

9.5 Ltrs

Kerb Weight

N/A

Electricals

LengthWidthHeight

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