We’ve often seen how celebrities are obsessed with their favorite ride. Despite their busy schedules and the little time they get, they find time to enjoy a quick ride or drive. Celebrities are known for their tastes in their rides, from luxurious sports cars to custom-made motorcycles.
Whether it’s the thrill of speed, the elegance of a classic vehicle, or the sheer uniqueness of a customized masterpiece these public figures often showcase their personality and style through their choice of wheels.
Recently, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said he owns a KTM 390 motorcycle but admitted that he doesn’t ride it, and it remains unused. In a viral video, the politician was seen talking with bike mechanics at Delhi’s Karol Bagh market. The footage shows him learning motorcycle servicing.
Cars or bikes owned by celebrities from different sectors come to the news often. A politician owning a motorcycle, that too someone like Rahul Gandhi, came out as a surprise, especially considering the fact that he owns a KTM 390, which is an extraordinary performance bike.
The video also highlights how his security protocol restrains him from riding a motorcycle, which is why Rahul’s Duke 390 remains parked.” I have a KTM 390, but it’s lying unused because my security people won’t let me use it,” – he said.
The Bajaj-owned Austrian high-performance motorcycle brand has a well-equipped fleet that caters to every need of a motorcycle enthusiast. Their fleet in India includes Duke, RC, and Adventure, which come in different engine variants.
The KTM Duke is powered by a 6-speed, 373.27cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine, which produces around 43.5bhp and 37Nm of torque. Other models, such as the Adventure 390 and RC 390, also house the same powertrain but in different tunes.
Priced around Rs 2.97 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), this naked Austrian streetfighter is very popular among the motorcycle communities in the country. The Duke 390 has a spectacular sleek yet muscular design and is very famous for its impressive performance capabilities.
It is very interesting to see politicians engage with different aspects of life, including their choice of vehicles. Rahul Gandhi’s ownership of the KTM Duke 390 came as a surprise for his followers and motorcycle enthusiasts in the country.
