At the Eicma in Milan, KTM has presented its new 1190 RC8 R, whose style is all about the ‘ready to race’ philosophy.
Performance is up to 1195cc with power at 165hp.
The R version is truly brilliant thanks to great response and better riding feel.
With a touch of class, it includes Marchesini super-light alloy wheels.
The 1190 RC8 R is perfect for track riding, with its reduced weight and racing elements.
The engine is a twin cylinder, 1195cc and uses a bigger oil radiator, updated transmission, and a new central injection system.
Available on request is also the Kit Sport, taking the bike to 180hp.
Other features include a WP upside-down fork at 43mm with reinforced titanium, and a WP shock absorber, also in titanium.
Wheels measure 17 inches and have Brembo calipers, radial four piston monoblocks and reinforced 320mm discs.
The new model has a change in colour to distinguish it from the 1190 RC8 and is ready for its Suprebike challenge.
We give you the technical details from KTM below along with some gallery shots of KTM’s 1190 RC8 equipped with the 1148cc.
EngineEngine type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°Displacement 1195 ccBore x stroke 105 x 69 mm (4.
13 x 2.
72″)Performance (homologated) 121 kW @ 10250 rpmMax.
torque 123 Nm @ 8000 rpmCompression ratio 13.
5:1Starter/Battery Electric Starter/12 V 11.
2 AhTransmission 6 gears, dog clutch engagementFuel Mixture Generation Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm (2.
05″))Control 4 V/DOHCLubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumpsEngine lubrication Motorex, SAE 10W-50Primary drive 40:76Final drive 17:37Cooling Liquid cooledClutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulicallyMotor Management Keihin EMS ChassisFrame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coatedSubframe AluminiumHandlebar Aluminium stump handlebarFront suspension WP-USD Ø 43 mmRear suspension WP-MonoshockSuspension travel front/rear 120/120 mm (4.
7 / 4.
7″)Front brake 2 x Brembo four piston, radially bolted caliper, brake disc 320 mm (12.
6″)Rear brake Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc 220 mm (8.
66″)Rims, front/rear Cast aluminium wheels 3.
5 x 17″; 6 x 17″Tires, front/rear 120/70 ZR 17; 190/55 ZR 17Chain X-ring 5/8 x 5/16″Main silencer Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converterSteering head angle 66.
7°Trail 97 mm (3.
82″)Wheel base 1425 mm (56.
10″)Ground clearance (unloaded) 110 mm (4.
33″)Seat height 805/825 mm (31.
69/32.
48″)Tank capacity approx.
16.
5 liters/3.
5 liters reserve (4.
36/0.
92 gal)Weight (no fuel) approx.
182 kg (405.
23 lbs)