KTM has revised its global production roadmap for its next-generation Street and Adventure motorcycles, which were first previewed at EICMA 2024 in Milan. While some much-awaited bikes are confirmed for October–November 2025, others have been delayed even further.
KTM Production Timeline Update (as of September 2025)
| Model | Production Start | Model Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTM 990 RC R | Oct 2025 | 2026 | New-gen fully faired sportbike |
| KTM 1390 Super Adventure S | Oct 2025 | 2026 | Flagship ADV |
| KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo | Oct 2025 | 2026 | Tech-loaded ADV variant |
| KTM 1390 Super Adventure R | Oct 2025 | 2026 | Hardcore off-road ADV |
| KTM 990 Duke R | Nov 2025 | 2026 | New naked streetfighter |
| KTM 1390 Super Duke GT | 2027 | 2027 | Grand-touring hyper-naked; delayed |
👉 All affected models will now shift from 2025 to 2026 model year, except the GT, which moves to 2027.
What’s New for Buyers?
Alongside the updated production timeline, KTM has announced a complimentary 4-Year Premium Manufacturer’s Warranty on all 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 LC8 & LC8c Street and Adventure bikes.
- Standard warranty → 2 years
- New extended coverage → +2 years (total 4 years)
- Applies to → Global buyers, including India (implementation timeline TBD)
This move aims to boost customer confidence, especially with delays in flagship launches.
Global vs India Launch
While KTM has confirmed its Mattighofen production schedule, the exact India launch timeline remains unannounced. Historically, India receives KTM’s big-capacity bikes 6–12 months after global rollout, so expect 2026 arrivals for 990/1390 models, with the GT likely around 2027–28.
By aligning launch schedules with warranty upgrades, KTM is ensuring that both early adopters and delayed buyers benefit equally.
FAQs on KTM 2025–26 Production
Q1. When will the KTM 990 Duke R go into production?
👉 November 2025, as part of the 2026 model year lineup.
Q2. Which KTM bike is delayed to 2027?
👉 The KTM 1390 Super Duke GT.
Q3. What is KTM’s new warranty policy?
👉 A complimentary 4-year warranty on all new LC8 and LC8c Street & Adventure models (2023–2026).
Q4. Will these models launch in India in 2025 itself?
👉 Likely not. India launches could begin in mid-2026 onwards.
Q5. Why is KTM delaying production?
👉 KTM says the delay ensures the new bikes are fully ready before reaching customers, aligning with its global strategy.
KTM’s 990 Duke R, 990 RC R, and 1390 Adventure series will start production in late 2025 as 2026 models, while the 1390 Super Duke GT has been pushed back to 2027. Buyers gain peace of mind with a 4-year warranty across key models.