The last week was extremely eventful, especially for the adventure motorcycle enthusiasts in India as KTM finally launched its most anticipated offerings of 2025. However, there were more such developments which kept the excitement going.
2025 KTM 390 Adventure launched
KTM India launched the 2025 iteration of the 390 Adventure in India. The motorcycle has been priced at Rs. 3.68 lakh which makes it around Rs. 4,000 more expensive than the top-spec SW variant of the outgoing model. The new 390 ADV is different from its predecessor in almost every area and is a more hardcore adventure tourer. Simultaneously, the more road-biased X version of the bike also debuted at Rs. 2.91 lakh.
2025 KTM 250 Adventure launched
Besides the 390 siblings, the Austrian brand also announced the price of the new 250 Adventure. It costs Rs. 2.60 lakh which makes it around Rs 21,000 dearer than the outgoing model. The 2025 KTM 250 Adventure is built on the same platform as the new 390 Adventure. It uses a lightweight steel trellis frame and a separate subframe. The overall styling, too, is similar to its larger sibling, which lends it a purposeful adventure stance. The frame houses the new 249cc, liquid-cooled motor that makes 30.5bhp at 9,250rpm and a peak torque of 25Nm at 7,250rpm.
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Icon edition launched
Royal Enfield launched the Shotgun 650 Icon edition which will be limited to 100 units worldwide out of which only 25 units have been allocated for India. The bike is priced at Rs 4.25 lakh and will be available for purchase from February 12. Bikes will be allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis. This limited edition Shotgun boasts a special three-tone paint scheme and few other visual elements which distinguish it from the standard model.
Ola Roadster X Plus launched
Ola Electric launched the new Roadster X Plus electric motorcycle. It comes in two variants with varying battery sizes including 4.5kWh and 9.1kWh that are priced at Rs. 1.05 lakh and Rs. 1.55 lakh, respectively. Both these prices are introductory. While the deliveries of the lower-spec variant will start from next month, the dispatches of the 9.1kWh trim will commence from next quarter onwards. One of the main highlights of the Roadster X Plus is the claimed riding range from its 9.1kWh variant which stands at a staggering 501km.
Yamaha R15 production milestone
Yamaha India rolled out its 1 millionth R15 from its production line last week. The Japanese manufacturer celebrated the occasion at its Surajpur plant while rolling out the bike. The first Yamaha R15 was launched in 2008. It was hailed for its superb engine, forgiving handling and quality levels. Subsequently, the second and third generations were launched, each featuring new designs, added features, and more modern technology. The bike still sells in big numbers and remains one of Yamaha India’s popular bikes.
(All prices are ex-showroom)