Details of the 2016 KTM RC 390 Cup in United States

KTM has released more details of its RC 390 Cup racebikes and the 2016 RC Cup race program for United States. It will be an eight-round series which will run in conjunction with the MotoAmerica Racing Series and is open to individuals aged between 14 and 22.

The bikes must be purchased from a participating KTM dealership and will cost $9,999 (Rs 6.87 lakh). If you are wondering what makes it so expensive, the Cup bikes will come with 40-plus KTM power parts, including a fully adjustable WP Racing fork, RC8 R-style Throttle Assembly, fully adjustable WP Racing shock, Akrapovic exhaust, race screen and belly pan, CNC-machined rear sets, CNC-machined foldable levers, and more.

The engine comes sealed and may only be serviced by KTM’s trackside partner HMC Racing. Modified street-legal RC 390’s will not qualify for participation in the MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Series but will be allowed in regional racing.

RC Cup racebikes will be available on a first come, first serve basis with limited availability, and be available for pre-order until March 31. To request a KTM RC Cup racebike, a rider will need to provide a copy of their AMA Road Racing Superstock limited license or license application.

We hope KTM-Bajaj could start a similar racing series in India, the land where the RC 390 motorcycle is manufactured.