Prototypes of the 2021 KTM RC 390 sans camouflage were spied testing back in August 2020. Now, the Austrian brand continues to test the updated motorcycle as a bunch of new spy shots have surfaced the Internet revealing some new features. The new RC 390 would be getting updated clip-on handlebars which would change the rider ergonomics to a more relaxed setting when compared to those of the current model. KTM is also expected to use a larger fuel tank to increase the range. These changes would enhance the touring capabilities of the new RC 390.
The 2021 KTM RC 390 would also get a
fully-digital and fully-colour TFT dash. Most likely, it is going to be the
same unit which is already available with the KTM 390 Duke and 390 Adventure.
KTM would also redesign the subframe of the new RC 390 to enhance pillion
comfort. A new pillion seat could also be included. The mainframe of the
motorcycle would not receive any major changes.
The front and rear wheels of the spied
prototype are different from each other. This could mean that KTM is also
testing a new set of wheels for the updated RC 390. Apart from that, expect to
see a larger front disc brake for improved braking performance. Based on the
rear spy shot, the new motorcycle would continue to have a similar (vertical)
tail light setup as that of the current RC 390.
As for the engine, KTM is unlikely to make
any big changes. The 2021 RC 390 would use the same 373cc single-cylinder
engine that powers the bike’s current model and also the 390 Duke and 390
Adventure. KTM might tinker around with the exhaust of the new RC 390 to either
make it more pleasing to the ears and eyes or reduce the emissions further
down.
Since the prototype in the latest 2021 KTM
RC 390 spy shots has some testing equipment mounted at the rear, this means
that the new motorcycle is still in its development stages and the
production-ready model is still far away. KTM could launch the updated RC 390
sometime this year.
