The India-bound 2020 KTM RC 390 has been spotted trying again in front of the official revealing at the EICMA in November 2019. The cutting edge model highlights an all-new front sash, side fairing and in particular, the edge under its body. The sportbike now includes a similar centralized computer as the KTM 390 Duke, secured mostly under the new fairing and completed in a dull dark shade. The subframe of the 2020 model of the RC 390 is by all accounts marginally unique in contrast with the 390 Duke.
The tyres, suspension, and the exhaust look more or less similar to the current-gen model of the RC 390, further getting all-black alloy wheels. The fuel tank here feels exposed, all due to the removal of a connecting part between the tank and fairing in favour of the straight flowing panels that directly connect with the face. The front end of the 2020 KTM RC 390 features a completely transparent bubble visor, showing the illuminated headlight under the same frame and wider-than-ever presence with extended fins on both sides. The brand is expected to equip the upcoming model with a bigger fuel tank.
As expected, KTM will replace the ageing instrument console of the RC 390 with the modern TFT unit from the 390 Duke. There are thin chances of modification to that console as it is already feature-loaded and comes with smartphone connectivity, automatic brightness adjustment, and it displays a lot of useful information. The current-gen model of the KTM RC 390 is good for 43.5HP of maximum power and 36Nm of peak torque.
The next-gen RC 390 will come equipped with a BS6-compliant engine and the torque figure may get a bump in performance as Duke 390 is good for 37Nm of torque. The current ex-showroom price tag of the KTM RC 390 stands at INR 2.44 lakh, which is lower than Duke 390’s price tag of INR 2.48 lakh. With all the additions and updates, the new model of the RC 390 is expected to get a price tag of around INR 2.60 lakh and the sportbike is expected to launch in India in early 2020.
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