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RC 125 News & Updates

₹1.90 Lakhex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
124.7cc
Power
14.34bhp
Weight
160kg
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06 / News

KTM RC 125 Latest News and Updates

KTM RC 125 Discontinuation in India (2025) The biggest news around the KTM RC 125 in 2025 is its reported discontinuation in India. Both BikeWale and ZigWheels have noted that KTM India is winding down the 125cc lineup - both the RC 125 and the 125 Duke - citing dwindling sales and stiffer competition from higher-displacement rivals in similar price brackets. Dealership inventory is reportedly running low, and the company has not confirmed a direct replacement at the 125cc level.

What Replaces the RC 125? KTM's answer to the performance gap appears to be the RC 160 - a new 160cc liquid-cooled model positioned to bridge the ground between the discontinued RC 125 and the RC 200. The RC 160 was confirmed in 2024-25 and is expected to bring a more compelling performance-per-rupee proposition while retaining the RC family's premium hardware pedigree.

OBD2 Update: RC 125 at Rs 1.89 Lakh The most recent significant update to the RC 125 in India was its OBD2-compliant version, which arrived at Rs 1.89 lakh - a Rs 10,000-15,000 increase over the outgoing model. The OBD2 compliance was mandated by the government and brought minor ECU recalibration, though the engine output remained unchanged at 14.5 PS.

2025 Model Expectations A 2025 KTM RC 125 update was anticipated at around Rs 2 lakh with improved ergonomics and updated features. However, with the discontinuation reports, this update is unlikely to arrive in India. International markets received the 2024 RC 125 with revised styling and improved electronics.

Official Updates (4)

  • KTM India launched two new colour options for the RC 160 - Electronic Orange and Ceramic White - in February 2026, with the price held at Rs 1,84,998 ex-showroom Delhi. The RC 160 is the direct replacement for the discontinued RC 125, featuring a 164.2cc liquid-cooled engine producing 19 PS and 15.5 Nm.

  • KTM RC 160 launched in India on January 8, 2026 at Rs 1.85 lakh ex-showroom, officially replacing the discontinued KTM RC 125. The RC 160 packs a 164.2cc liquid-cooled engine with 19 PS, dual-channel ABS with Supermoto mode, a slipper clutch, and Bluetooth-connected 5-inch LCD display - features the RC 125 never offered.

  • KTM India officially discontinued the RC 125 and 125 Duke from April 1, 2025, removing both models from the KTM India website and halting production. The company cited non-compliance with stricter OBD-2B emission norms and the high cost of updating the 125cc platform as the primary reasons for discontinuation.

  • KTM RC 125 sales collapsed to just 17 units in January 2025 - a 92% year-on-year drop - confirming the model's inability to compete at its Rs 1.88-1.92 lakh price point against the more powerful and cheaper Yamaha R15 V4. The combined 125cc lineup (Duke + RC) fell from 1,692 units in January 2024 to just 33 units in January 2025.

For prospective buyers, the discontinuation news has two implications: dealers may be willing to negotiate better deals on remaining stock, but long-term parts availability and resale value need consideration. If you can find a good stock deal, the RC 125 remains a unique proposition - no other 125cc offers its hardware package. If you prefer a bike with a longer production life ahead of it, watching the RC 160 launch timeline is the smarter move.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat are the latest updates for the KTM RC 125?▾
The biggest recent development is the reported discontinuation of the KTM RC 125 in India in 2025, with KTM winding down both the RC 125 and 125 Duke due to low sales. The last major mechanical update was the OBD2-compliant version, which arrived at Rs 1.89 lakh. No further India-specific updates are expected as KTM transitions to 160cc models.
QWhat replaces the KTM RC 125 in India?▾
The KTM RC 160 is expected to be the spiritual replacement for the RC 125 in India. The RC 160 will use a new 160cc liquid-cooled engine and is positioned between the discontinued RC 125 and the RC 200, offering a better performance-per-rupee proposition while retaining the RC family's premium hardware.
QHas the KTM RC 125 received any recent price change?▾
The last significant price change was the OBD2 compliance update, which raised the price to Rs 1.88-1.92 lakh from a previous Rs 1.72-1.75 lakh - an increase of approximately Rs 13,000-17,000. With discontinuation reported, no further price hikes are expected; in fact, some dealers are offering discounts on remaining stock.
QIs a new variant of the KTM RC 125 expected in India?▾
No new variants of the KTM RC 125 are expected in India. With the model reportedly discontinued in 2025, KTM India is not launching new RC 125 variants. The 2025 international-spec update with revised ergonomics and electronics was not expected to reach India. Buyers keen on the RC family should watch for the KTM RC 160 launch.