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**ynike99** · 09-15-2014, 02:28 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

For all those apprehensive about lean angle, yes, rc has a far more forward lean position than r15v2, these images are for a 6feet rider, you can check for your height too.
As for pillion seat, its way more comfortable than duke's seat.I am just short of booking the bike, but these dealers are not so keen on test drives.

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**Ajay Vishwanath** · 09-15-2014, 03:31 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

my only concern is hopefully the spares are priced on par with the duke.. and yes, hopefully the fairings are not too costly in case of a crash..

Just a question, how long does it take for a vehicle to be permanently registered at the RTO?? I mean will I immediately get my vehicle number on submitting the documents or will I have to wait for some time??

**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 06:44 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by Minisoda View Post

Valid points sir. I'll wait for a proper review from our websites. [emoji144]

That will be a good option. But the best option is you take a test drive. Just by the review, u can't be sure whether you will be comfortable. Because some people say that they are not comfortable on a duke. But i am ok with it.

**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 06:48 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by Ajay Vishwanath View Post

my only concern is hopefully the spares are priced on par with the duke.. and yes, hopefully the fairings are not too costly in case of a crash..

Just a question, how long does it take for a vehicle to be permanently registered at the RTO?? I mean will I immediately get my vehicle number on submitting the documents or will I have to wait for some time??

Even i am concerned about the parts price. Hope they doesn't put a premium price on the parts. Service cost may be somewhat similar to duke. May be on higher side.

And about registration, it will follow the normal procedures right?

**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 06:50 AM

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Originally posted by ynike99 View Post

For all those apprehensive about lean angle, yes, rc has a far more forward lean position than r15v2, these images are for a 6feet rider, you can check for your height too.[ATTACH]156139[/ATTACH][ATTACH]156140[/ATTACH]
As for pillion seat, its way more comfortable than duke's seat.I am just short of booking the bike, but these dealers are not so keen on test drives.

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Good to hear about seat. But totally different for different riders pillions. Duke's seat was ok for my friend as a pillion. But others said the opposite.

**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 06:54 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by Ajay Vishwanath View Post

From the video at 2:40, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRrwSK-aKKg

You get that only one on the right..

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I will check it out once i reach the showroom

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**Ajay Vishwanath** · 09-15-2014, 07:37 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by Vysakh.M.S View Post

Even i am concerned about the parts price. Hope they doesn't put a premium price on the parts. Service cost may be somewhat similar to duke. May be on higher side.

And about registration, it will follow the normal procedures right?

Same procedures.. Just wanted to know will it be instant or same day..

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**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 08:01 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by Ajay Vishwanath View Post

Same procedures.. Just wanted to know will it be instant or same day..

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May be by the very next day. Depends on locality

**animeher** · 09-15-2014, 11:28 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

When I saw the RC twins in Pune, I felt the bend was bit too much! My back hurt when I tried it

I must say it is for lean and mean dudes. The bike is very thin, and the handle is pretty far away and low from the hard seat. Overall, good for track and racing, but I strongly doubt its comfort level for any bit of a long distance ride. Somehow, and I could be grossly wrong here, but I didn't find the quality as greatly outstanding at least visually - like Ninja or Inazuma. But I didn't open up anything, so take this statement with a pinch of salt.

**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 11:34 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by animeher View Post

When I saw the RC twins in Pune, I felt the bend was bit too much! My back hurt when I tried it

I must say it is for lean and mean dudes. The bike is very thin, and the handle is pretty far away and low from the hard seat. Overall, good for track and racing, but I strongly doubt its comfort level for any bit of a long distance ride. Somehow, and I could be grossly wrong here, but I didn't find the quality as greatly outstanding at least visually - like Ninja or Inazuma. But I didn't open up anything, so take this statement with a pinch of salt.

Its purely for track and i dont think it will be a good tourer. And the fuel tank is so small for touring.
Compared to duke, the quality is improved or not?

**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 11:36 AM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

I called the showroom guy now. He said i can take photo feature and review when i said i am from xbhp. But the thing is the ride will reach only by end of this week.

**shv18** · 09-15-2014, 12:35 PM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

First ride review from Overdrive:

KTM RC390 First Ride - YouTube

Cheers,

**Shantnu** · 09-15-2014, 12:54 PM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

If you havent seen this -

2015 KTM RC390 Sportbike Track Action Point of View Video

Has a POV coverage fo the front RC sliding on one of the D-turns of the tracks. Slow fall but will provide some idea on what the bike forgives and what not...

**Minisoda** · 09-15-2014, 01:12 PM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by Vysakh.M.S View Post

That will be a good option. But the best option is you take a test drive. Just by the review, u can't be sure whether you will be comfortable. Because some people say that they are not comfortable on a duke. But i am ok with it.

Indeed. Nothing beats a test ride if you want to get the experience completely.

I hope someone near me buys one of these and then maybe I can test it. [emoji14]

**Vysakh.M.S** · 09-15-2014, 01:41 PM

Re: KTM RC 200 & RC 390 Launched

Originally posted by Minisoda View Post

Indeed. Nothing beats a test ride if you want to get the experience completely.

I hope someone near me buys one of these and then maybe I can test it. [emoji14]

All the best.... But availability of parts will be an issue if its the only showroom there...that too 100km away

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