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KTM Malaysia is having a special campaign called aspiRC Trade Up that is designed to give you better value for your current bike when you trade it in for a RC 200.

You just have to bring in your current motorcycle and KTM will give you RM2,000 more than the current market value of your bike.

So for example, if the market value of your bike is at RM5,000, KTM Malaysia will give you RM7,000 for it.

With that, you do not have to worry about losing money on your old bike and having to fork out a higher down payment. KTM Malaysia is essentially sorting that out for you, so all you have to do now is visit your closest KTM dealership and talk to the sales team there.

So there has never been a better time to trade up to a KTM RC 200.

The RC 200 may have been around for a while already, but it has been continuously improved and enhanced and yet it remains as one of the most exciting bikes in its class.

Some have criticized its design but none in its class have such functional, race inspired aesthetics. The design of the RC 200 follows the RC16 MotoGP race bike where the front provides positive aerodynamics that makes the bike more efficient as it cuts through the air.

And just like the race bike, the bodywork has been specifically designed to be easily dismantled and reinstalled. This is very much in line with KTM’s tagline – “Ready to Race”.

The riding position of the RC 200 is also spot on. Aggressive enough for corner carving and yet comfortable enough for daily use. To ensure this, the handlebars are adjustable. As compared to previous models, the handlebars are now positioned 15mm higher than before for better posture which makes the bike more comfortable for long distance riding, especially for your shoulders and wrists. But you can also drop the handlebars by up to 10mm when you want to ride your favourite track.

The KTM RC 200 will particularly appeal to those who like a nimble handling bike. With adjustable WP Suspension, the rear monoshock can be adjusted for pre-load to your preference.

The RC 200 was redesigned in 2022, and part of the redesign efforts focused on the front of the bike. This redesign resulted in a lighter front end with most of the weight of the bike focused on the center. For example, the wheels too have been lightened by 3.4kg and this results in lesser rolling resistance, providing for better acceleration and easier corner entry. All this clever engineering resulted in better weight management that ultimately contributed to lighter and more agile handling.

Top speed is another aspect that comes under occasional criticism. Rated at 137km/h, top speed is good enough for highway cruising without compromising on comfort and safety, which is ultimately what is important for KTM. And besides, the bike has racing in its DNA, and we all know that a race is won in corners and not in a straight line.

But most importantly, the RC 200 is the most powerful in the 200cc range of bikes. It partially achieves this through the clever use of a larger airbox that is 40% bigger than its rivals. This is important for power production, as the more air that goes in, the better the engine breathes, and you get better power delivery.

However, the RC 200 is not all about performance alone. It is also a friendly commuter if you so wish. The volume of the fuel tank for example has been increased to 13.7-litres from 9.5-litres before. This gives it better range which means that you can also go touring with your riding buddies if you wanted to.

But buying a RC200 is one part of the journey, owning it over a couple of years is a completely different thing. And this is where the RC 200 excels again. With most bikes in its class having a short service interval, the RC 200 has a service interval of 5000km. This is perfect for those who are looking to trade up to a sports bike from a moped as it will provide for longer service intervals and thus making the RC 200 easier on the wallet over the long term.

All of the above does not matter though if the RC 200 did not prioritise safety. You can have a fast bike but what is the point of that if it did not stop as fast? Providing stopping duties are a pair of four piston ByBre calipers.

Provided by legendary brakes manufacturer Brembo (hence the name, By-Brembo), a four-piston caliper grip a single 320mm disc up front while a single-piston caliper manages a 230mm disc at the rear.

The big discs are great for heat management, which means that you can have some serious fun with the RC 200 without worrying about brake fade. And if you are the type that likes to brake late and hard, you will be happy to know the RC 200 comes with dual-channel ABS provided by Bosch.

Not only that, the RC 200 also has a Supermoto mode that lets you switch off ABS-interference and slide the rear wheel. A slipper clutch is also on duty to help you manage the rear wheel.

Now with the KTM aspiRC campaign, this is the best time for you to fulfil your aspirations of owning an RC 200.

Jenama KTM dah lama bertapak di Malaysia jadi tak hairanlah bersepah motosikal jenama Austria itu memenuhi jalan raya di Malaysia. 

Model paling popular di Malaysia sudah tentu terarah pada dua model, RC200 dan DUKE 200. Ini kerana selain daripada datang dengan harga mampu milik RM15,888 dan RM13,888, kedua-dua model ini juga paling berkuasa dalam segmenya. 

Untuk rekod, KTM RC200 dan DUKE 200 berkongsi enjin satu silinder 200cc dengan sistem penyejukan cecair yang menghasilkan 26hp dan 19.5Nm. 

Meskipun hadir dengan enjin yang sama namun masing-masing menawarkan perwatakan yang berbeza. Pertamanya, RC200 menawarkan pengalaman tunggangan yang ‘sporty’ dan agresif menyamai jentera ‘sportsbike’ yang dibina untuk litar lumba manakala KTM DUKE 200 pula menghadirkan gaya menunggang ala ‘supermoto’ dengan kedudukan yang menegak dan garang. 

Tambahan pula, nisbah gear pada RC200 lebih panjang berbanding DUKE 200 yang menawarkan nisbah gear lebih pendek. Kedua-dua perbezaan ini secara langsung menghasilkan perwatakan berbeza. 

Untuk itu, DUKE 200 merupakan senjata utama jika aktiviti hujung minggu anda adalah melapah selekoh di Bukit Tinggi atau Kuala Klawang. 

Tapi jika hobi anda adalah ke litar lumba maka KTM RC200 harus menjadi pilihan utama. Ini kerana RC200 generasi terbaru itu dibangunkan dengan teknologi CFD (computational flow dynamics) yang membantu menghasilkan reka bentuk aerodinamik terbaik. Untuk rekod, teknologi sama turut diguna pakai KTM bagi pembangunan jentera di Moto3. 

Tak cukup dengan itu, kedua-duanya datang dengan dua mod menunggang, Road dan Supermoto. Kedua-dua mod ini menawarkan pengalaman menunggang berbeza, dengan Road untuk kegunaan harian manakala Supermoto menghadirkan keterujaan ekstra. 

Perlu dimaklumkan, dengan mengaktifkan mod Supermoto, fungsi ABS dwi-saluran di tayar belakang akan dimatikan sekaligus membenarkan penunggang untuk meluncurkan tayar belakang dengan lebih mudah.

Selain itu, kelengkapan suspensi juga cukup premium dengan kehadiran fork depan USD 43mm dari WP dan penyerap hentakan tunggal belakang juga dari WP yang boleh diselaraskan. 

Dari aspek praktikal, KTM DUKE 200 paling menonjol terutamanya dengan berat (kering) diletakkan pada 140kg sahaja. Ini secara tak langsung menjadikan DUKE 200 mesra untuk kaum Adam dan Hawa. 

Tak lupa juga kehadiran tangki 13.4L pada DUKE 200 turut menyumbang kepada penjimatan bahan api yang baik. Percaya atau tidak, KTM DUKE 200 boleh pergi sejauh 360km pada setiap tangki penuh. 

Sementara itu, KTM RC200 juga memiliki daya penarik tersendiri. Selain daripada ciri aerodinamik ala Moto3, beberapa ciri lain pada model ‘full-fairing’ itu juga cukup mengagumkan. 

Pertamanya, ‘clip-on handlebar’ pada RC200 15mm lebih tinggi berbanding generasi terdahulu sekaligus lebih selesa dan boleh diturunkan sehingga 10mm mengikut kesesuaian. Ciri ini secara tak langsung membolehkan RC200 bertukar menjadi jentera yang cukup ideal di litar lumba.

KTM memberi penekanan mendalam terhadap bahagian panel depan termasuk cermin sisi yang direka khas agar tahap aerodinamik berada pada kedudukan optimum sepanjang masa. Mencelah di antara kereta sewaktu trafik sesak juga cukup mudah. 

Seperti DUKE 200, RC200 juga cukup ringan dan mudah dikendalikan hasil penggunaan kerangka treliis. Namun, bahagian subframe yang lebih kukuh membenarkan penunggang untuk melayan ‘corner’ dengan lebih yakin. 

Persoalannya, yang mana satu paling sesuai dengan jiwa? Jika anda mencari jentera yang praktikal, KTM DUKE 200 pastinya pilihan utama dengan gaya duduk menegak dan tangki yang besar menjadikannya calon sesuai untuk kegunaan harian. 

Bagaimanapun, jika anda mahukan jentera yang mengujakan bukan sahaja untuk kegunaan harian malah meratah selekoh di litar lumba maka RC200 harus dipertimbangkan. 

Jika ciri yang ditawarkan kedua-dua model ini berjaya memancing perhatian, KTM Malaysia juga ada tawaran yang boleh membuatkan tulang rusuk anda bergetar. Ini kerana sehingga 31 Mac 2023, KTM Malaysia menawarkan penyelenggaraan percuma – termasuk minyak enjin, penapis minyak dan upah – bernilai RM1,237. 

Jadi tunggu apa lagi, buat pilihan sekarang dan nikmati tawaran istimewa ini. 

KTM took a subtle approach for 2023 by applying a small change for the RC 200 and RC 390 sportsbike.

Both RCs now fitted with a smoked windscreen, previously available only on the GP Edition on sale in India.

The new addition increased the sportier feel of both bikes.

Aside from the minor revisions, the 2023 RC 200 and RC 390 retains the same mechanics and equipment introduced in the previous 2022 model year.

That said, the updated RC 200 and RC 390 are expected to roll out into dealerships in India within the first half of 2023.

The RC 390 is an impressive machine; we recently had some fun with the 373cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected motorcycle at Sepang International Circuit and found it to be an enjoyable bike.

Thanks to its electronic package, including multiple riding modes and switchable ABS, the RC 390 is a fun bike to ride around the track and twisty roads.

 

 

  • Satu kerjasama antara Adventure Cycles Philippines Inc. bersama dengan KTM AG telah mengumumkan sebuah kilang pengeluaran baru yang akan dibuka di Filipina.
  • Kilang terbaru ini akan menjadi pusat utama yang akan menumpukan pemasangan empat model jalanan KTM; KTM 200 Duke dan 390 Duke bersama dengan KTM RC 200 dan RC 390.
  • Kilang ini akan memenuhi permintaan pengeluaran tahunan sebanyak 10,000 buah motosikal untuk membekalkan rantau itu dan negara China dengan model berkapasiti kecil.

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A joint-partnership between Adventure Cycles Philippines Inc. together with KTM AG has announced a new production plant to be opened in the Philippines.

This new plant will be the main centre focusing on assembling four of KTM’s street models; the KTM 200 Duke and 390 Duke together with the KTM RC 200 and RC 390.

The said plant will cater to an annual production of 10,000 lines off its assembly lines to supply the region with KTM’s small capacity models as far as China.

As part of their long term plant to further strengthen the brand’s name in the Asian region, Adventure Cycles Philippines Inc. together with KTM AG has come up with a new joint-venture endeavour with plans to build a new assembly plant. The said plant will cater to an annual production of 10,000 lines off its assembly lines. (more…)

KTM Malaysia successfully hosts 111 bikes in annual group ride into Thailand.

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The KTM CKD Malaysia officially launches the KTM RC 390 and 200 just now at a grand event attended by all their dealers. (more…)

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