// Generation · 2023 — present

PHASE 2 — RESTYLED, PIRELLI TYRES AND DAKAR SUSPENSION

Major 2023 update: new bodywork, seat (+10mm foam), Pirelli Rally STR tyres, Demo Mode and refined suspension settings. In 2025, WP Xplor 48mm suspension overhaul (inspired by KTM 450 Rally Dakar), new Dakar-inspired look, standard Bluetooth connectivity.

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Buyer score / 100
4
Vintages
8
Changes
0
Overhauls
5
Updates
3
Minor
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C
FRAME
2 changes
2023
New restyled bodywork, revised seat (+10mm foam), refined suspension settings, Pirelli Rally STR tyres (replacing Avon Trailrider)
Medium
2025
New WP Xplor 48mm fork + WP Xplor PDS rear shock (technology derived from Dakar-winning KTM 450 Rally) — increased travel, superior off-road behaviour
Medium
E
ELECTRONICS
2 changes
2023
R version: Demo Mode introduced — 1,500 km trial of all paid electronic options before purchase. Off-road ABS now automatically toggled in Offroad/Rally modes
Medium
2025
Bluetooth Connectivity Unit now standard — KTMconnect app: Turn-by-Turn+ navigation, music, incoming calls. Rear luggage rack and wider handguards standard
Medium
A
AESTHETICS
4 changes
2023
Updated Orange/White/Blue livery
Minor
2024
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2025
New KTM 450 Dakar Rally-inspired bodywork, in-mold Orange/Blue/White graphics (replacing stickers), new mirrors
Medium
2026
2026 R Rally edition: Red Bull KTM Factory Racing graphics, Akrapovic Slip-on exhaust standard, WP PRO Components 270mm suspension (vs 240mm R) — limited series
Minor