Hightech 2022 KTM RC390 gets all the bells and whistles

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KTM officially unveiled its new RC390 A2 sport bike with a new fairing and headlight as well as a lot of new technology.

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Not only is the bike equipped with cornering ABS as standard, the riders can also activate the Supermoto ABS, which deactivates the rear ABS and the rear wheel lift sensors so that the bike can slide around the rear.

You also get an up and down quick shifter and a new TFT dash complete with KTM My Ride, which means you can control music and incoming calls through the bike’s switchboard when your phone is connected.

But the new RC390 doesn’t just get technological jewelry and jewelry, because all new 43mm WP Apex forks with split function are equipped with 30 clicks rebound adjustment on one side and 30 clicks compression on the other side. You also preload the adjustability of the WP damper at the rear.

The single-cylinder engine, which is now Euro5-compliant, has an enlarged airbox for more torque and improved throttle response. The engine has been completely reassigned for use with the Quickshifter and has been given a new, lighter stainless steel exhaust.

The new KTM RC390 will hit dealerships in March 2022 in the MotoGP-inspired blue and orange livery we saw earlier, as well as a more modest orange and black option. We haven’t heard what the price will be, but we will give you more details as soon as we receive them.

The new KTM RC390 moves the A2 game by and large

First published on August 11, 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

We’ve known KTM was working on a new high-tech RC390 since 2020, but now we’ve got our best look yet at what the finished model will look like, including a gorgeous MotoGP-inspired paint job.

The photos, first leaked online by an Indian blogger, all have the hallmarks of KTM’s official website images, so this is probably as close to production as you can imagine. The current machine is nimble, but it lags behind the competition and even loses to KTM’s own 390 Duke.

Visually, the motorcycle has been completely refreshed, whereby the splitting headlights of the old have disappeared in favor of a large, clear mask with new LED lights behind it. The fairing has been adapted with new lines, whereby the two-part setup is retained.

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The tail unit is also new and sits on a new steel mesh subframe (good for track addicts) that bolts to the main frame where the old one was welded together.

There’s a whole new set of electronics behind the fairing, and here’s where the big changes come. Just like the 390 Adventure, the lights are now LEDs, while the old school dash has been replaced with a full color TFT.

From here, drivers can access the electronics, which we assume have been updated to include driving modes, traction control and cornering ABS, just like the Adventure.

With the TFT-Dash you can not only access performance and security functions, but also finally activate the Bluetooth connectivity functions.

There are other performance features lurking – including a new chassis that appears adjustable for the first time, a decent clip-on handlebar, new wheels and a new exhaust system.

It is possible that the engine received a mild update to maintain Euro5 compatibility, but with the Duke and Adventure models both staying at 373cc, we can imagine the RC will also stay the same.

There’s nothing official from KTM at the moment, but we expect the bike to hit the market in the coming months and get to dealers in time for the end of 2021.

KTM RC390 in detail:

• Hey sweety The old model’s narrowed eyes put some off – a more traditional design should appeal to a wider audience
• Weight Watchers New bikes look lighter than those of the old model and are likely to compensate for weight gains from additional features
• Flash unit New electronics help, especially when they get the quickshifter and dedicated modes of the Adventure models
• Bigger is not better It is possible for KTM to increase the engine size, but we expect the power to stay around 43 hp
• How much? A2 approved bikes are in a competitive market but we expect a slight increase of up to £ 5499

Bigger and better KTM RC390 spied in the test

First published on December 12, 2018 by Jordan Gibbons

Spy recordings show that KTM is testing a new RC390 that will bring it up to date and bring it on par with the 390 Duke.

KTM recently updated the RC390 (for Euro4) but it was all a bit of a disappointment. While the 390 Duke (which shares the same engine) received many updates, the RC only got a ride-by-wire throttle and belly pan. However, there will be a lot more for 2020.

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The biggest external change is the completely new body with a huge, one-piece, clear screen that becomes a KTM trademark. Behind it hides a new LED headlight and a full-color TFT dash: as can already be seen on the 390 Duke.

The screen looks significantly larger than on the previous models, which should mean improved wind protection. There also appears to be larger fairings and a slightly larger tank. All of these changes should make the entire machine a little more spacious for taller riders who have found the current RC390 to be cramped.

The subframe grille appears to have been changed as well, but since this is such an early prototype this may not be what we see on the final production model.

MCN also expects the RC to get the updated WP landing gear for improved driveability, new brakes and a more powerful engine.

The updates are supposed to make it Euro5 friendly (coming in 2020) and the revised RC should also get the refined gearbox from the Duke. Given the stiff competition in this part of the market from Kawasaki (Ninja 400), Yamaha (new Yamaha R3) and Honda (new CBR500R), KTM seems to be striking back with this redesigned RC390.