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KTM RC 200

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RC 200 Specifications

₹ 2,20,907ex-showroom · last updated 2026

Engine
199.5cc
Power
24.6bhp
Mileage
43.5kmpl
Weight
160kg
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01 / Spec Sheet

KTM RC 200 Full Specifications & Technical Details 2026

The KTM RC 200 runs a 199.5cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled DOHC engine with fuel injection, producing 25 PS at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm. That power-to-weight ratio - 25 PS against 160 kg kerb weight - is among the best in the sub-200cc faired segment in India.

The chassis is a split-type trellis frame borrowed from KTM's larger RC models, with a bolted-on aluminium sub-frame. Suspension is WP APEX throughout: 43mm USD (upside-down) forks at the front with adjustable preload, compression, and rebound, paired with a WP APEX monoshock at the rear. Wheel sizes are 110/70-17 front and 150/60-17 rear, both on alloys.

Braking is a genuine highlight: a 320mm petal disc with radially-mounted calipers at the front and a 230mm disc at the rear, running dual-channel ABS with a Supermoto mode. Supermoto mode cuts rear ABS, letting the rear wheel step out during spirited cornering - a feature absent from the Yamaha R15 V4 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200.

Other key dimensions: 13.7-litre fuel tank (up from 9.5L in the older model), 835mm seat height (the tallest in its segment), 158mm ground clearance, and a 1,341mm wheelbase. ARAI-rated mileage is 43.5 kmpl; real-world city figure is closer to 33-38 kmpl.

The 2025 update replaced the older monochrome LCD with a 5-inch colour TFT display sourced from the 200 Duke. It shows gear position, fuel level, trip data, and supports two customisable screen layouts. Switchgear was redesigned simultaneously.

Service interval is 5,000 km for the first service and every 10,000 km thereafter.

Brakes & Wheels
Braking SystemDual Channel ABS
Front BrakeDisc, 320 mm, 2 piston caliper
Rear BrakeDisc, 230 mm, 1 piston caliper
Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)Front - 29 psi, Rear - 32 psi
Tyre Pressure (Rider Only)Front - 29 psi, Rear - 29 psi
Tyre SizeFront - 110/70 - 17, Rear - 150/60 - 17
Tyre TypeTubeless
Wheel SizeFront - 17 inch, Rear - 17 inch
Wheel TypeAlloy
Dimensions
Fuel Tank Capacity13.7 litres
Ground Clearance158 mm
Kerb Weight160 kg
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH)
Reserve Fuel Capacity1.5 litres
Seat Height835 mm
Seat Length
Wheelbase1341 mm
Power & Performance
Battery12V/8Ah
Bore x Stroke72 mm x 49 mm
ClutchWet Multiplate
Compression Ratio13.3:1
Displacement199.5 cc
Emission StandardBS6 Phase 2B
Engine Type1 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves
Fuel TypePetrol
Gear Shifting Pattern1 Down 5 Up
Max Power24.6 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Mileage - ARAI43.5 kmpl
Mileage - Owner Reported35 kmpl
Riding ModesNo
Riding Range596 km
Spark Plugs1 Per Cylinder
Top Speed140 kmph
Transmission6 Speed Manual
Transmission TypeChain Drive
Suspensions & Chassis
Chassis TypeSteel trellis frame, powder coated
Front SuspensionWP APEX 43
Front Suspension Preload AdjusterNo
Rear SuspensionWP APEX - Monoshock
Rear Suspension Preload AdjusterYes
Warranty and Services
1st Service1000 km or 45 days
2nd Service8500 km or 150 days
3rd Service16000 km or 240 days
4th Service
5th Service
No. of Free Services3
Vehicle Warranty30,000 km or 2 years

Against rivals, the RC 200 leads on power (25 PS vs R15 V4's 18.4 PS and Pulsar RS200's 24.5 PS), front disc size, and suspension hardware quality. The 835mm seat height is the tallest in segment - shorter riders should check before buying. The R15 V4 counters with lighter weight (141 kg), traction control, and a quickshifter on the top variant - technology the RC 200 still lacks. On pure mechanical hardware, the KTM wins; on features, the Yamaha is ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the engine displacement of the KTM RC 200?
The KTM RC 200 is powered by a 199.5cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, fuel-injected engine producing 25 PS at 10,000 rpm and 19.2 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
QWhat is the ARAI mileage of the KTM RC 200?
The ARAI-certified mileage of the KTM RC 200 is 43.5 kmpl. Real-world city mileage is 33-38 kmpl; highway mileage at a steady 80-100 kmph cruising speed is typically 40-43 kmpl.
QWhat are the dimensions and kerb weight of the KTM RC 200?
The KTM RC 200 has a kerb weight of 160 kg, seat height of 835 mm (the tallest in segment), ground clearance of 158 mm, and a wheelbase of 1,341 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 13.7 litres.
QDoes the KTM RC 200 get ABS?
Yes, both RC 200 variants come with dual-channel ABS as standard. The system includes a Supermoto mode that disengages rear ABS for track or spirited road use - a feature not found on the Yamaha R15 V4 or Bajaj Pulsar RS200 at this price.
QWhat suspension does the KTM RC 200 use?
The RC 200 uses fully adjustable WP APEX 43mm upside-down (USD) forks at the front and an adjustable WP APEX monoshock at the rear. Both units offer preload and damping adjustability - uncommon at this price point in India.