2023 KTM RC 8C revealed; makes more power!

Dashed Trail By: Rahul

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[{"selector":"#anim-c201de05-dadf-4dbf-90b8-068ad814ea3e [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":5000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] The new version of this special edition model has been redesigned both cosmetically as well as mechanically. Learn more

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