New KTM RC 390 spy test
Testing and development of the New KTM RC 390 is still underway in Europe. This will be a sporty sacrifice car based on KTM’s new 390 platform and will replace the current model which sits on the old KTM platform. This test mule appears to be almost a production mule and it looks like the company may launch it sometime in 2025.
New KTM RC 390 spy test
Even though KTM is under economic turmoil, the Austrian brand appears to be pushing on its originally planned products. It was the new RC 390 Overleaf, Trival Yamaha R3, BMW G 310 RR, TVS Apache RR 310, Triumph Thruxton 400 and Royal Enfield’s Faired Bike on Guerrilla 450.
As shown in recent spy shots, KTM is going back to its design roots and is linking up with the first RC 390. Attempts to make the RC 390 look more traditional seem to have backfired and the company now appears to be designing an Algar. We can see this in these new spy shots, where the alien-like look is back.
A single projector unit looks much more aesthetically pleasing than twin projectors. There is a clear windshield above it that should be decent protection for passengers from wind blast. Fairing looks dynamic with massive cuts and creases to guide it. The ORVMS are placed on wit stems and the ORVM looks very distinctive.
New hardware, more performance
The New KTM RC 390 carries a lot of styling cues with the expected 990 RC R. of The Winglets. The Rider Triangle looks related because it has rear foot pegs and low clip handlebars. This gives the rider a lot of liver to take advantage of the motorcycle’s car and exploit all the cornering ability that this platform and components have to offer.
Speaking of ingredients, there are many reviews. For starters, we now get an Underbelly exhaust, which makes for the overall package. The front disc brakes are now shifted to the right. The suspension may be fully adjustable in the front and rear monoshock, allowing riders to set up their motorcycle however they want.
All the equal electronic aids seen on the 390 Duke and 390 Adventure may arrive on the RC 390 as well. The instrument cluster will be a 5-inch TFT unit with advanced connectivity features like Bluetooth, music control and navigation. Powering a new KTM RC 390 will be the same 399cc single-cylinder sequential fluid power that puts out about 45 hp and 40 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a two-way Quickshifter.