KTM has made a decision that fascinates fans of its two wheels: the Dakar motorcycle is on sale, whose characteristics are truly special. All the details.
With 19 triumphs to date at Dakar Rallyone of the most prestigious and competitive events, the KTM it is the most sought-after two-wheeler in the competition. Over half of his victories were achieved thanks to the possibilities offered to the driver by the 450 Rally model, namely the 450 cc.
Given the great success and general acclaim, the Austrian company has made the decision to put a variant on sale Reply of the motorcycle but only for 100 people including enthusiasts and riders who want to walk on the dunes or in any case be able to enjoy a unique riding experience.
Both in the category Original that in Principalthe 450 of KTM It is the bike preferred by those who compete every year on the most ambitious terrain for this type of discipline.
Just think that the KTM has already designed its small two-wheeler for 2025, which features many new features and updates compared to 2020, such as a new engine as well as a design that is more attentive to minimalism but also to the exaltation of refinement.
There KTM 450 Rally Replica 2025 will be equipped with a 450 cc injection engine, which is found in the range of Motocross and of Enduro of the same company. With a SOHC design and strengthened clutch and gearbox, the motorcycle has two independent radiators and therefore ensures greater cooling power and efficiency for the engine. The escape system, however, is made of titanium and developed by Akrapovic.
KTM puts the Dakar bike up for sale: fans in raptures
The frame is multitubular while for that is regarding the tank, this allows you to reach 16 liters with two added tanks of 9 and 95 litres in the front. So the capacity reaches almost 34.5 litres.
Furthermore, the suspensions are WP Pro Comods and on the rear train are managed by a customizable WP XACT Pro 7750 shock absorber for the individual configuration of each rider and specific terrain. The aesthetic impact is more aggressive and defined, with widespread use of carbon fiber and fairing that protects and makes the car lighter.
The lighting is based, however, on a system of LED Lighthouse in the front mask, which increases the total lighting power by 33%, quite useful especially during the night. The limited diffusion (only 100 units available) certainly increases the hype for a two-wheeler produced and fully assembled at facilities that KTM owns right in Austria. At the moment the price has not yet been announced, but it will probably be around 26,000 euros plus VAT.
