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KTM launches RC 160 in India as its most accessible track-focused sportbike
KTM launches the RC 160 in India at ₹1.85 lakh. Powered by a 164.2 cc liquid-cooled engine, it brings track-inspired design and accessible performance.
KTM has expanded its RC lineup in India with the launch of the all-new RC 160. Positioned as a track-inspired motorcycle for young and first-time sportbike riders, the RC 160 brings the sharp styling and track-focused riding character of the RC family into a more accessible displacement. The motorcycle is priced at ₹1.85 lakh ex-showroom Delhi and will be available across KTM dealerships nationwide. KTM RC 160 will go against the Yamaha R15.
KTM RC 160 spec sheet
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 164.2 cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC |
| Max Power | 18.7 bhp @ 9,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 15.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Clutch | Assist and slipper clutch |
| Redline | 10,200 rpm |
| Top Speed | 118 km/h |
| Frame | Trellis frame |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm upside-down forks |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock |
| Front Brake | 320 mm disc |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm disc |
| ABS | Dual-channel with Supermoto mode |
| Front Tyre | 110/70 R17, tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 140/60 R17, tubeless |
| Wheels | 17-inch alloy wheels |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.75 litres |
| Lighting | All-LED |
| Instrument Cluster | LCD display |
| Navigation | Available on TA variant |
| Price | ₹1.85 lakh ex-showroom Delhi |
The RC 160 follows the same design language seen on its larger siblings. It gets a full fairing, aggressive front fascia and a committed riding posture with clip-on handlebars. As expected from an RC, the motorcycle looks sporty and does carry KTM’s racing-focused identity.
Powering the RC 160 is a new 164.2 cc liquid-cooled engine that first debuted on the 160 Duke. It produces 18.74 bhp of max power at 9,500 rpm and 15.5 Nm of peak torque at 7,500 rpm. The motor is paired with a six-speed gearbox and features an assist and slipper clutch, making clutch action light and reducing rear wheel hop during aggressive downshifts. The engine is quite rev-happy, just like we have seen on other KTM motorcycles. This is also further proved by the redline, which is set at 10,200 rpm. KTM is claiming a top speed of 118 kmph.
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The motorcycle is built around a trellis frame and uses inverted 37 mm upside-down front forks along with a rear monoshock. Braking duties are handled by a 320 mm front disc and a 230 mm rear disc, supported by dual-channel ABS. KTM has also added a Supermoto ABS mode in which the ABS is disabled on the rear wheel. There are 17-inch alloy wheels shod with tubeless tyres. The front tyre measures 110/70, whereas the rear one is 140/60 unit.
On the feature front, the RC 160 gets all LED lighting, an LCD instrument cluster and the TA variant also offers navigation support. The fuel tank capacity stands at 13.75 litres.
