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KTM RC 8C (2024) telah dilancarkan dan pihak yang berminat boleh membuat pra-pesanan dalam talian mulai Rabu, 20 Mac.

Walaupun spesifikasinya menunjukkan motosikal yang serupa dengan model 2023, model 2024 ini akan berharga £2,000 (MYR12,003.16) lebih mahal. Bagaimanapun, KTM akan membina hanya 100 daripada model 2024, berbanding 200 daripada model sebelumnya.

Jadi apa yang anda dapat dengan £36,999 (MYR222,057.57)? Seperti sebelum ini, motosikal itu dibina dengan kerjasama Krämer:

Enjin 889cc LC8c yang sama daripada 890 Duke R, walaupun ditala kepada 135hp pada 12,000 RPM.
Suspensi dengan spesifikasi tertinggi, seperti fork depan WP APEX PRO 7543 dan monoshok belakang WP APEX PRO 7746.
Sayap aerodinamik karbon seperti MotoGP.
Pam brek jenis jejari Brembo 19RCS Corsa Corta berspesifikasi perlumbaan, kaliper Brembo Stylema dan cakera brek dengan plet aluminium dan skru titanium.
Roda aluminium Dymag yang ringan.
Papan pemuka AIM MXS 1.2 RACE dan perakam data dengan fungsi GPS terbina, dipaparkan pada skrin TFT 5″ dengan rakaman data berterusan.

Pelanggan yang mendapatkan KTM RC 8C (2024) ini dengan deposit £900 (MYR5,401.59) pada hari tersebut akan mendapat jemputan ke acara penyerahan di litar perlumbaan Portimao Portugal yang merangkumi sesi persediaan trek, makan malam, bertemu dan bertegur sapa dan pengalaman hari trek eksklusif dengan ‘KTM Race Royalty’.

Jadi, ingat untuk membuat pesanan anda, okay? Banggakan Malaysia.

The 2024 KTM RC 8C has been launched and interested parties can pre-order online from Wednesday, 20th March.

Although the spec sheets point to a bike that is similar to the 2023 model, the 2024 models will be £2,000 (MYR12,003.16) dearer. However, KTM will build only 100 of the 2024 model, compared to 200 of the previous.

So what do you get for £36,999 (MYR222,057.57)? As before, the bike is built in collaboration with Krämer:

  • The same 889cc LC8c engine from the 890 Duke R, albeit tuned to 135hp at 12,000 RPM.
  • Top spec WP APEX PRO 7543 forks and WP APEX PRO 7746 shock.
  • MotoGP-esque carbon aero wings.
  • Race-spec Brembo 19RCS Corsa Corta radial master brake cylinder, Brembo Stylema calipers, and brake discs with aluminium rotors and titanium screws.
  • Lightweight aluminium Dymag wheels.
  • AIM MXS 1.2 RACE dashboard and data logger with built-in GPS functionality, displayed on a 5″ TFT screen with continuous data recording.

Customers who secure a 2024 KTM RC 8C with a £900 (MYR5,401.59) deposit on the day will get an invite to a handover event at Portugal’s Portimao race track which includes a track setup session, dinner, meet and greet, and an exclusive track day experience with ‘KTM Race Royalty’.

So, remember to place your orders, okay? Make Malaysia proud.

KTM telah mendedahkan skema warna segar dan kemaskini grafik di seluruh rangkaian RC Supersportnya, mengambil inspirasi daripada prototaip masa lalu dan gabungan warna KTM Factory Racing.

Walaupun rangkaian itu kekal tidak berubah untuk tahun 2024, ia memperkenalkan pilihan warna premium baru yang terinspirasi daripada KTM RC 8C, KTM 1390 Super Duke R, dan livery pasukan perlumbaan Grand Prix yang ikonik.

Di puncak rangkaian, KTM RC 390 2024 memperkenalkan dua skema warna yang memikat: varian oren-ke-biru dan oren-ke-hitam. Kedua-duanya mempunyai rangka oren yang berbeza, dengan model oren-ke-hitam mempamerkan rim oren untuk kesan visual tambahan.

KTM RC 200 juga memperkenalkan dua corak warna baru, yang menggabungkan tema biru/oren yang sama bersama dengan reka bentuk hitam dan putih yang senyap yang mengingatkan kepada livery KTM RC 8C. Edisi ini lengkap dengan rangka hitam dan subrangka oren.

Pada tahap permulaan, KTM RC 125 2024 mempamerkan palet warna hitam-oren dan biru-oren yang baru, menawarkan titik permulaan dinamik untuk penunggang. Kedua-dua pilihan membanggakan roda dan rangka hitam bersinar, dan juga skrin berwarna gelap untuk menonjolkan sorotan berwarna.

Kemaskini ini lebih kepada latihan estetika, sebagai sedemikian tiada penambahbaikan yang telah dibuat kepada enjin, suspension atau sistem elektronik.

KTM has unveiled fresh colour schemes and graphic updates throughout its RC Supersport range, drawing inspiration from past prototypes and the current Factory Racing colour combinations.

The KTM RC range epitomises the quintessential Supersport model within the KTM family, boasting new sports bike aesthetics, agile handling, and formidable performance both on the road and the racetrack.

While the range remains unaltered for 2024, it introduces new premium colour options inspired by the ultra-focused KTM RC 8C, KTM 1390 Super Duke R, and the iconic Grand Prix racing team liveries.

At the pinnacle of the line-up, the 2024 KTM RC 390 debuts two captivating colour schemes: orange-on-blue and orange-on-black variants. Both feature distinctive orange frames, with the orange-on-black model showcasing orange rims for added visual impact.

The market-specific KTM RC 200 also introduces two fresh colourways, incorporating a similar blue/orange theme alongside a stealthy black and white design reminiscent of the KTM RC 8C liveries. These editions come complete with black frames and orange subframes.

At the entry-level, the 2024 KTM RC 125 showcases all-new black-and-orange and blue-and-orange colour palettes, offering a dynamic starting point for riders. Both options boast gloss black wheels and frames, complemented by dark-tinted screens to accentuate the vivid colour highlights.

The 2024 KTM RC range remains deeply rooted in its racing heritage, boasting undeniable pedigree and featuring sharp, attention-grabbing Ready To Race colours to match.


Since this update is more of an aesthetics exercise, as such no improvements have been made to the powertrain, suspension or the electronics.

KTM Motorcycles Malaysia telah secara rasmi memperkenalkan KTM 890 SMT, yang dianggap sebagai salah satu motosikal yang paling nakal yang boleh dibeli sekarang.

SMT meneruskan warisan 990 SMT dari 15 tahun yang lalu, dan pada dasarnya adalah motosikal adventure dalam reka bentuk supermoto.

Enjin 890 SMT adalah sama seperti 890 Duke R dan 890 Adventure, iaitu enjin LC8c, 899cc, parallel-twin.

Tetapi, walaupun enjin sama, 890 SMT menghasilkan 105hp dan 100Nm tork, manakala Duke dan Adventure menghasilkan 119hp dan 99Nm tork.

Seperti supermoto sejati, 890 SMT adalah motosikal besar dan tinggi, dengan ketinggian seat 860mm dari tanah, dengan ketinggian laluan 227mm.

Suspension pula adalah dari WP Apex dengan fork 43mm memberikan travel sebanyak 180mm dengan penyesuaian rebound dan preload. Monoshock belakang juga boleh disesuaikan untuk preload dan rebound.

KTM mengatakan bahawa 890 SMT telah dibangunkan dengan kawalan yang sama seperti supermoto dan sebahagiannya dicapai dengan menggunakan rangka keluli kromoli yang kuat dengan enjin berfungsi sebagai stressed member untuk mengurangkan berat dan saiz.

Rangka yang lebih kecil juga membolehkan penggunaan swing arm yang lebih panjang yang dikatakan meningkatkan daya tarikan dan kawalan.

Berkenaan subframe, KTM mengatakan yang ia dibangunkan untuk menjadi padat, ringan dan cukup kuat untuk membawa beban seperti beg pannier dan passenger.

Dari segi elektronik, SMT baru ini dilengkapi dengan tiga mod pemanduan – Sport, Rain, dan Road, paparan TFT 5-inci, quickshifter, heated grips, dan klac slipper.

Traction control diuruskan oleh Unit Pengukuran Inersia (Inertia Measurement Unit) 6D. Ia juga mempunyai ABS Cornering, tetapi sebagai supermoto sejati, ia juga mempunyai Supermoto ABS yang membolehkan penunggang lock roda belakang masa masuk kona.

Tugas-breking diuruskan oleh kaliper J.Juan yang mencengkam roda 17-inci menggunakan dua cakera 320mm di bahagian depan dengan caliper radial 4-piston. Di bahagian belakang, sebuah cakera 260mm juga dipegang oleh caliper terapung dua-piston dari J.Juan.

890 SMT pada dasarnya dibina untuk pengembaraan dan dengan tangki bahan api 15.8 liter, ia menawarkan jangkauan lebih dari 300km.

Tidak menghairankan bahawa SMT baru ini dipuji sebagai motosikal pengembaraan dan pejuang jalanan (street fighter).

KTM 890 SMT kini berada di Malaysia dengan harga RM101,800.

Malaysian bikers, rejoice! KTM Motorcycles Malaysia has officially introduced the KTM 890 SMT, widely regarded as one of the naughtiest bikes on the planet.

The SMT continues on the legacy of the 990 SMT from 15 years ago, and is in essence an adventure bike in design but a supermoto at heart. This is the bike for supermoto riders who want to go on an adventure.

Powering the 890 SMT is the same engine as the 890 Duke R – the 899cc LC8c parallel-twin mill engine putting out 105hp at 8000rpm and 100Nm of torque at 6500rpm.

If you’re wondering, the 890 Duke R and 890 Adventure also run on the same engine, though with different state of tune putting out 119hp and 99Nm of torque.

In true supermoto spirit, the 890 SMT is a big, tall bike, with a seat that sits 860mm off the ground, and a ground clearance of 227mm.

Suspension duties are managed by WP Apex suspension all around with 43mm forks providing 180mm of travel with adjustable rebound and compression. The rear monoshock is adjustable for preload and rebound.

KTM says the 890 SMT was developed for sharp handling and this is partially achieved with trick suspension and also a high strength tubular chromoly steel frame with the engine acting as a stressed member to reduce weight and size. The smaller frame also allows for a longer swingarm that is said to improve traction and handling.

As for the subframe, KTM says it is fully loaded to attack the street. The steel trellis subframe was developed to be compact, lightweight and strong enough to carry load.

As for electronics, the new SMT comes with three riding modes – Sport, Rain and Street, a 5-inch TFT display, a standard quickshifter, heated grips and a slipper clutch. Traction Control is managed by a 6D Intertial Measurement Unit. Also standard is Cornering ABS, but being a supermoto at heart, it also has Supermoto ABS that allows the rider to lock the rear wheels when the going gets fun.

Braking duties are managed by J.Juan that grip 17-inch wheels using twin 320mm discs up front with 4-piston radially mounted callipers. At the rear, a 260mm disc is also gripped by a double-piston floating calliper supplied by J.Juan.

The 890 SMT is ultimately built for adventure and as such its 15.8-litre fuel tank offers a range of more than 300km. It is no wonder then that the new SMT is being hailed as the perfect cross between an adventure bike and a street fighter.

The KTM 890 SMT is now in Malaysia for RM101,800.

Kumpulan Mobiliti Pierer, yang kini merupakan pengeluar jentera dua roda terkemuka di Eropah selepas mengambil alih jenama KTM, mencapai kejayaan yang ketara dalam separuh pertama tahun 2023 dengan 190,293 motosikal dijual — peningkatan sebanyak 16.5 peratus dari tahun 2022.

Menyelusuri tahun 2024, kumpulan ini bertujuan untuk mengukuhkan kedudukannya dengan menjual jenama basikal R Raymon dan Felt serta memberi tumpuan kepada pengeluaran e-basikal Husqvarna dan GasGas.

Keputusan strategik ini memfokuskan usaha pada empat jenama motosikal utama: KTM, GasGas, Husqvarna, dan MV Agusta. Pada masa yang sama, kumpulan ini merancang untuk memotong 300 pekerjaan di kilang Austria dan mengalihkan pengeluaran ke rakan kongsi di India (dengan Bajaj) dan China (dengan CFMoto), berserta pemindahan beberapa aktiviti penyelidikan dan pembangunan.

Langkah ini dikemukakan setelah analisis penciri dibuat terhadap situasi ekonomi Eropah, meramalkan pengecutan pada tahun 2024, terutamanya dengan Bank Pusat Eropah mengekalkan kadar faedah semasa. Walaupun cabaran ekonomi, likuiditi kukuh kumpulan ini membolehkan sokongan kepada peniaga dan pembekal, menjadikan tahun 2024 sebagai tahun pengukuharaan.

Keputusan untuk memindahkan pengeluaran ke China dibenarkan oleh kerjasama positif dengan CFMoto. Model pertengahan 790 Duke dan 790 Adventure telah dipindahkan ke China, memanfaatkan kos pengeluaran yang lebih rendah dan meningkatkan kehadiran KTM di pasaran Timur Jauh.

Kumpulan Mobiliti Pierer dan CFMoto merancang untuk meningkatkan pengeluaran bersama dari 50,000 hingga 100,000 unit. Lembaga pengarah kekal optimistik untuk mengekalkan tahap jualan 2023 pada tahun 2024, dengan sasaran margin EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) antara 5 hingga 7 peratus. Bagi memastikan keuntungan, pengurangan kos berjuta-juta dalam tahun kewangan 2024 akan dilaksanakan.

Menunjukkan keyakinan terhadap warisan MV Agusta, Kumpulan Mobiliti Pierer menyorot kejayaan model baru MV Agusta LXP Orioli dengan enjin tiga silinder 900cc. Untuk meningkatkan kehadiran MV Agusta secara global, model-model akan diedarkan melalui rangkaian peniaga Kumpulan Mobiliti Pierer.

Akhirnya, pilihan panggilan bagi KTM AG untuk mendapatkan majoriti pegangan dalam MV Agusta, berdasarkan penyata kewangan tahunan sehingga 31 Disember 2025, akan dilaksanakan pada musim bunga 2026 — titik perubahan penting bagi legenda Itali yang akhirnya keluar dari tahun-tahun ketidakpastian kewangan.

Pierer Mobility Group, now the leading European two-wheel manufacturer after acquiring KTM, achieved notable success in the first half of 2023 with 190,293 bikes sold — a 16.5 percent increase from 2022.

Looking ahead to 2024 and according to reports circulating the web, the group aims to strengthen its position by selling the R Raymon and Felt bicycle brands and focusing on Husqvarna and GasGas e-bicycle production.

This strategic decision concentrates efforts on the core motorcycle brands: KTM, GasGas, Husqvarna, and MV Agusta. Simultaneously, the group plans to cut 300 jobs in Austrian plants and shift production to partnerships in India (with Bajaj) and China (with CFMoto), along with relocating some R&D activities.

This move is prompted by an analysis of Europe’s economic situation, anticipating a 2024 contraction, particularly with the European Central Bank maintaining current interest rates. Despite economic challenges, the group’s solid liquidity enables support for dealers and suppliers, making 2024 a consolidation year.

The decision to relocate production to China is justified by a positive collaboration with CFMoto. The 790 Duke and 790 Adventure mid-displacement models have already been moved to China, capitalizing on lower production costs and enhancing KTM’s presence in Far East markets.

Pierer Mobility Group and CFMoto plan to double joint production from 50,000 to 100,000 units. The board remains optimistic about maintaining 2023 sales levels in 2024, targeting an EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes) margin of 5 to 7 percent. To ensure profitability, the management plans double-digit million cost-cutting measures in 2024.

Expressing confidence in MV Agusta’s legacy, Pierer Mobility Group highlights the success of the new MV Agusta LXP Orioli adventure model with a 900cc three-cylinder engine. To boost MV Agusta’s global presence, models will be distributed through the Pierer Mobility Group dealer network.

Finally, the call option for KTM AG to acquire a majority stake in MV Agusta, based on the annual financial statements as of December 31, 2025, will be exercised in spring 2026—a significant turning point for the Italian legend, ending years of financial uncertainty.

Ingin belajar cara ride di trek atau meningkatkan kemahiran trek anda? Walaupun terdapat banyak sekolah memandu di seluruh dunia yang mengatakan mereka boleh menjadikan anda pemandu yang lebih baik (dan beberapa memang boleh), anda jarang sekali dapat belajar dari bekas rider MotoGP.

Namun, itulah yang boleh anda lakukan dengan ‘Academy of Speed’ KTM yang akan muncul pada musim panas 2024.

Berlangsung di Salzburgring, Red Bull Ring, dan Slovakiaring, Akademi Kelajuan terbuka kepada rider dari semua peringkat, dari pemula hingga rider berpengalaman, dan memberikan peluang unik kepada peminat untuk terlibat sepenuhnya dalam permotoran prestasi tinggi.

Pakej tahap ‘Pro’, dengan harga €3490 (RM17,800), melibatkan dua hari di trek dan menyediakan akses eksklusif ke kotak pit berinspirasi MotoGP. Peserta pada tahap ini juga dapat mendapat manfaat daripada pandangan berharga yang diberikan oleh rider ujian MotoGP KTM, Mika Kallio dan Dani Pedrosa.

Akademi ini menawarkan tiga tahap berbeza yang disesuaikan dengan tahap pengalaman rider, setiap pakej memastikan pengalaman menyeluruh dan memuaskan. Tahap ‘Rookies’, dengan harga €450 (RM2300), direka untuk individu yang mempunyai pengalaman trek yang minima atau tiada, menyediakan acara satu hari yang menampilkan latihan kemahiran teknikal di luar trek dan latihan keselamatan, dengan puncaknya adalah sesi 20 minit di trek.

Bagi amatur yang berhasrat yang ingin meningkatkan kemahiran mereka, acara sehari dengan harga €890 (MYR4600) adalah pilihan yang sempurna. Diarahkan kepada rider yang di luar peringkat pemula, pakej ini merangkumi latihan kemahiran teknikal dan tiga sesi di trek pada petang hari untuk menyempurnakan dan meningkatkan teknik dan kemahiran perlumbaan.

Di tengah-tengah akademi ini adalah komitmen untuk memenuhi permintaan rider pada setiap tahap. Instruktur dan duta KTM akan berada di sana untuk memberikan panduan, sementara bintang MotoGP dan bekas penunggang GP serta pengurus pasukan, Mike Leitner, akan menawarkan bimbingan di trek dan di luar trek.

Acara ini dijadualkan berlangsung di tiga lokasi ikonik: Salzburgring, Austria, pada 20-21 Jun; Red Bull Ring, Austria, pada 17-18 Julai; dan Slovakia Ring, Slovakia, pada 4-5 September.

Selain itu, setiap pakej termasuk makan malam dan hiburan pada waktu petang untuk melengkapkan aksi di trek yang mengasyikkan, memastikan pengalaman yang tak terlupakan dan holistik. Info lanjut di sini.

Have you wanted to learn how to ride on track or simply polish your track riding skills? While there are many riding schools around the world that say they can make you a better rider (and some that truly can), you rarely get to learn from a former MotoGP rider.

But that is what you can do with KTM’s upcoming ‘Academy of Speed’ set to debut in the summer of 2024.

Taking place at the Salzburgring, Red Bull Ring, and the Slovakiaring, the Academy of Speed is open to riders of all levels, from novices to seasoned racers, and provides a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the world of high-performance riding.

The ‘Pro’ level package, priced at €3490, spans two days on the track and includes exclusive access to MotoGP-inspired pit boxes. Participants at this level can also benefit from valuable insights provided by KTM’s factory MotoGP test riders, Mika Kallio and Dani Pedrosa.

The Academy of Speed offers three distinct levels tailored to riders’ experience levels, each package ensuring a comprehensive and enriching experience. The ‘Rookies’ level, priced at €450, is designed for individuals with minimal or no track experience, providing a one-day event featuring off-track technical skills and safety training, culminating in a thrilling 20-minute on-track session.

For ‘Ambitious Amateurs’ seeking to elevate their riding prowess, the €890 one-day event is the perfect fit. Geared towards riders beyond the beginner stage, this package includes technical skill training and three on-track sessions in the afternoon to refine and enhance techniques and racing skills.

At the core of the Academy of Speed is the commitment to cater to riders at every level. Instructors and KTM ambassadors will be on hand to provide guidance, while MotoGP stars and former GP racer and team manager, Mike Leitner, will offer coaching both on and off the track.

The event is scheduled to take place at the three iconic locations: Salzburgring, Austria, on June 20-21; Red Bull Ring, Austria, on July 17-18; and Slovakia Ring, Slovakia, on September 4-5.

Additionally, each package includes an evening dinner and entertainment to complement the thrilling on-track action, ensuring an unforgettable and holistic motorcycling experience. Find out more about KTM’s Academy of Speed here.

Renowned automotive tuner Brabus and KTM made waves in the motorcycle world by jointly announcing the launch of their highly anticipated and incredibly exclusive creation: the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition.

  • The release marks the grand finale of their trilogy of collaborative endeavors, following the successful launches of the Brabus 1300 R and Brabus 1300 R Edition 23.
  • The Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is truly a collector’s dream, as only 50 of these exceptional motorcycles will ever be produced and made available to enthusiasts worldwide.

The production split includes 25 units in the striking Onyx Black colorway and an additional 25 units in the elegant Diamond White. These limited-edition motorcycles boast captivating accents finished in what Brabus aptly dubs “Frozen Gold” and feature an even more extensive array of special Brabus carbon fiber bodywork.

All three collaborations between Brabus and KTM have been centered around the formidable KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo as their base. The initial release, the Brabus 1300 R, was launched in February 2022 and comprised a total of 154 bikes, offered in two distinct colors.

Astonishingly, this initial release sold out within mere minutes. Following that success, the Brabus 1300 R Edition 23 came into existence, featuring 290 bikes, and, like its predecessor, it sold out almost instantly.

The heart of the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition beats to the rhythm of the KTM LC8 V-twin engine, which generates an impressive 180hp @ 9,500 rpm and 140Nm @ 8,000 rpm.

While Brabus exercised its creative freedom in many aspects of this masterpiece, the suspension duties are performed by a WP Apex semi-active suspension system, offering both automatic and manually adjustable modes. \

The braking system consists of a pair of Brembo Stylema 4-piston calipers up front paired with a 320mm floating disc, complemented by a Brembo 2-piston caliper and a single 240mm disc in the rear.

Standard features include multiple ride modes, a quick-shifter, cornering, and supermoto ABS, and an adaptive brake light.

The design of the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is a testament to its exclusivity, featuring a distinctive Brabus LED headlight, side fairings adorned with MotoGP-inspired winglets, a front spoiler, and a solo seat with an integrated license plate bracket.

The wheels are the unique Brabus Monoblock Z “Gold Platinum” forged alloy units, crafted exclusively for this motorcycle. Additional Brabus-crafted details encompass a CNC triple clamp, adjustable CNC brake and clutch levers, CNC aluminum brake and clutch reservoir caps, adjustable CNC foot pegs, bar end mirrors, and a slip-on dual exhaust system adorned with Frozen Gold accent rings.

The seat itself is a work of art, featuring an exclusive Brabus leather quilted “Diamond Rising” pattern. A special Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece badge on the seat pad adds an extra layer of exclusivity.

Buyers of the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition will also receive a tailor-made Brabus indoor motorcycle cover, floor mat, and a carbon key box, emphasizing the bespoke nature of this motorcycle.

The Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is priced at EUR41,930 (RM207k).

As  KTM fanboys eagerly await the launch of KTM’s 1390 Super Duke range in 2024, the Austrian motorcycle manufacturer is also giving its loyal off-road and supermoto market a taste of what’s to come.

  • Recent sightings of prototype versions for the 690 SMC R and 690 Enduro R suggest significant updates are on the horizon.
  • the 2025 model year is expected to also feature a heavily revised 692.7cc single cylinder engine. 

A Sleek New Look

At first glance, the prototypes sport matte black finishes, indicating their pre-production status. While their overarching aesthetic closely mirrors their current counterparts, closer examination reveals noticeable changes in bodywork.

Shared features between the SMC R and Enduro R models, such as styling, remain consistent, but modifications have been made to the front nose cowl and fender. Interestingly, the new fender is borrowed from the GasGas ES 700 and SM 700 models. 

Revamped side panels encasing the tank have also been redesigned for a more aerodynamic feel, seeming to envelop a larger radiator—hinting at significant engine modifications.

Under the Hood: More Than a Facelift

The engines of these prototypes appear to have undergone a comprehensive overhaul. While still based on the 692.7cc engine, there are cues that suggest an expansion beyond the 700cc mark. Observations reveal new billet alloy covers for both the clutch and generator, redesigned main engine castings, and changes to the cylinder bracing.

Though the cylinder head looks relatively unchanged, these alterations imply that the engine could offer a longer stroke and potentially a larger bore, aiming for a more robust performance.

*current KTM 690 Enduro R

Chassis and Frame Tweaks

The frame architecture remains largely similar to existing models but features a modified plate for the front engine bracket to accommodate the revamped engine. Additionally, the footpeg hangers for passengers have been extended, shifting backward and upward in their positioning.

Tail-end Changes

On the rear end, both models appear to feature redesigned bodywork. While side bags obscured the changes on the Enduro R in the spy photos, visible adjustments were made to the lower rear side panels of the SMC R, revealing more of the exhaust. This is in line with a potentially upgraded engine, as the exhaust exhibits a hand-welded finish. 

What’s Being Retained?

Not everything is changing. Elements like the swingarm, WP shocks, forks, brake calipers, and wheels seem to be carryovers from the current 690 series models.

A 2025 Arrival?

While KTM is known for its somewhat lax approach to hiding prototypes, the state of these spotted models suggests they are more likely to hit the market for the 2025 model year rather than in 2024. Following suit, KTM’s sister companies, GasGas and Husqvarna, are expected to launch their own versions, offering a stylistic alternative for consumers.

(source: Cycle World)

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