KTM Ready to Race: Dedicated Motorsports Program for India
KTM is committed to building a robust ecosystem that nurtures and elevates racing talent in India. Key initiatives in this direction include a motorsport training facility in Bangalore, India, which includes racing program development. KTM has been actively participating in FMSCI accredited races and supporting budding racers across the country. A key part of this effort includes the sponsorship of Shlok Ghorpade, a promising supercross athlete who held 4 National titles in 2023 in the novice &jr. categories onboard his KTM 250 SX-F. In 2024, Shlok dominated the offroad championship in the elite class 1 category & leads the SX championship in the elite category.
KTM Ready to Race: A Decade of Growth and Expansion in India with Bajaj Auto
Over the past decade, KTM has significantly expanded its footprint in India through its strategic partnership with Bajaj Auto, marked by two distinct growth phases. Beginning in 2012, KTM introduced a comprehensive lineup of premium motorcycles in the 200cc to 390cc range, featuring both Naked and Supersport models, while establishing a widespread sales and service network. From 2020, the brand further diversified its offerings by launching specialized models like the KTM ADVENTURE range and introducing the KTM Pro-XP program, which provides riders with unique,
tailored experiences across Adventure, offroad and Tarmac. The launch of the global KTM range in India marks the third phase of this successful partnership.
KTM Ready to Race: Talking about the launch , Gottfried Neumeister, Co-CEO, KTM AG, shared ,
“Today marks another milestone in the partnership between KTM and Bajaj Auto as we introduce 10 internationally
acclaimed motorcycles across multiple segments, bringing Indian motorcyclists closer to the world of premium, READY TO RACE bikes that KTM is known for. Each model embodies KTM’s spirit of Adventure, precision, and unmatched engineering . This moment is pivotal in meeting the rising demand for high-performance bikes and nurturing a vibrant community of biking enthusiasts in India.”
KTM Ready to Race: Speaking at the event, Manik Nangia, President Probiking, Bajaj Auto Ltd., said ,
“Bajaj Auto’s partnership with KTM has always been driven by a shared vision to bring world-class motorcycling experiences to India. Today’s unveiling of the global KTM range in India marks a bold new chapter in our journey. We’re not only expanding our range but also enhancing our service and experience standards with flagship stores in key cities. These motorcycles embody the spirit of performance, precision, and adventure that KTM is celebrated for, and with our commitment to Motorsports & a premium customer experience, we are fully driven to deliver the quality our customers expect.”
KTM Ready to Race: Model names and prices (ex-showroom Delhi) –
KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE R: Rs. 22.96 Lacs
KTM 890 DUKE R: Rs. 14.50 Lacs
KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S: Rs. 22.74 Lacs
KTM 890 ADVENTURE R: Rs. 15.80 Lacs
KTM 350 EXC-F: Rs. 12.96 Lacs
KTM 450 SX-F: Rs. 10.25 Lacs
KTM 250 SX-F: Rs. 9.58 Lacs
KTM 85 SX: Rs. 6.69 Lacs
KTM 65 SX: Rs. 5.47 Lacs
KTM 50 SX: Rs. 4.75 Lacs
About KTM
Powered by a distinct READY TO RACE mentality, KTM is Europe’s largest motorcycle manufacturer leading the charge of high-performance Street and Offroad sport motorcycles and based in Mattighofen, Austria. Over the years KTM has built a reputation as a fierce competitor on racetracks around the world. Remarkable success on the world stage is reflected in every product it creates and every move it makes. With an established presence in the offroad segments, KTM has progressed to become one of the world’s most innovative manufacturers of street motorcycles, and now aims to be the world’s biggest manufacturer of sport motorcycles.
The passion KTM has for building high-performance motorcycles extends to enhancing the overall experience for the rider. KTM has developed a range of exciting, branded products, services, events, accessories, garments and protection items which complete the KTM riding experience. Incorporating race-proven technology into KTM’s products allowing KTM riders to experience the thrill and performance that defines the KTM brand, for themselves. Since its entry in India in 2012, KTM has grown its presence to more than 450 stores across the country. KTM has built a strong customer base of nearly half a million biking enthusiasts, making India the largest global market for KTM. The partnership of Bajaj Auto Limited and KTM was inked in 2007, with Bajaj Auto Limited now owning a significant stake in KTM AG.
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