KTM RC8R 1190

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KTM RC8R 1190
Manufacturer
KTM
Production 2009
Engine
Four stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Compression ratio 13.5 :1
Top Speed 271.4 km/h
Transmission 6 Speed
Frame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated Subframe Aluminum
Suspension Front: 43mm WP Upside down adjustable
Rear: WP shock, fully adjustable
Brakes Front: 2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear: Single 240mm disc
Front Tire 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire 190/55 ZR17
Seat Height 805 mm / 825 mm
Weight 182 kg / 405.23 lb (no fuel) (dry),
Fuel Capacity 16.5 Liters / 3.5 gal
Manuals Service Manual


It could reach a top speed of 271.4 km/h.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a Liquid cooling cooled Four stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. The engine featured a 13.5 :1 compression ratio.

Drive[edit | edit source]

Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front tire and a 190/55 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers in the front and a Single 240mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a 43mm WP Upside down adjustable while the rear was equipped with a WP shock, fully adjustable. The RC8R 1190 was fitted with a 16.5 Liters / 3.5 gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 182 kg / 405.23 lb (no fuel).

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Overview[edit | edit source]

The newly developed 1190 RC8 R, as the motor sports-oriented variation of the 1190 RC8, the first ever KTM Superbike presented just 12 months ago, is the spearhead of the latest model generation and represents spectacular data, the most elegant fittings and design right down to the last detail. With 1195 cc displacement, an increased top performance of 165 hp as well as the enormous maximum torque of 123 nm, the ultramodern two-cylinder construction is best suited for sporting activities on closed racing circuits. An optional sport kit is available that lifts the engine performance to 180 hp to produce the most powerful KTM series model of all times.

High quality equipment like forged light alloy wheels and suspension components specially developed for motorsports use, compress the weight and sharpen the lap time potential of the 1190 RC8 R. The Superbike, with the characteristic orange-coloured tubular steel frame, will be available from the spring of 2009 and therefore just in time for the new motor racing season.

Ride Impressions

The 2009 R-model RC8 has many changes over the 2009 RC8, including new pistons, an orange painted frame (instead of the older model’s black) and a super delicious black-white-orange color scheme. In response to feedback from owners and journalists, KTM have paid a great deal of attention to fine-tuning the bike’s fuel injection system and making the six-speed gearbox slicker and smoother. A new oil cooler has also been added to optimise engine cooling in extreme conditions.

While the basic RC8 makes around 155bhp and 120Nm of torque, the R-model packs 170 horsepower at 10,250rpm and 123Nm of torque at 8,000rpm. The compression ratio has also been increased from 12.5:1 to 13.5:1. The light and strong chrome-molybdenum lattice frame remains as before, as does the aluminum swingarm.

This is one Austrian you don't want to mess with...

The Brembo brakes on the RC8 R are just wonderful – we must thank KTM for choosing these brakes! The twin 320mm discs at front, with their radial-mount four-piston callipers are just wonderfully efficient, while the reworked gearbox smooth and precise – no more missed shifts, ever. The RC8 R’s engine isn’t exactly very smooth, but the vibes are almost charming – we like the engine’s character – and there is plenty of torque from low down in the rev range. We think KTM have done a good job of optimising the RC8’s fuel injection system and the bike now works much better, especially at lower revs.


Coming to the suspension, the RC8 R’s WP 43mm USD fork worked very well on the glassy-smooth surface of the Portimao circuit. The fork offers multi-adjustable compression and rebound damping, so most riders should be able to find a setting that works for them. The KTM's fully adjustable rear shock also offers ride height adjustment, which, again, is a good thing.

The RC8 R has a spacious riding position and its adjustable foot and hand controls allow you to tweak the ergonomics to suit your requirements. You can also choose between ‘road’ and ‘race’ modes on the bike, with the instrument panel’s display changing accordingly. The digital panel’s contrast setting even changes automatically to adjust to the ambient brightness.

So, who exactly is the RC8 R meant for? We would say it’s primarily for those who would sacrifice comfort for a heavy dose of all-out performance. As you would expect, the bike’s ergonomics are more suited to the track rather than the street, but then you wouldn’t buy a KTM RC8 R to go touring on anyway

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Make Model KTM RC8R 1190
Year 2009
Engine Type Four stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement 1195 cc / 73.0 cu-in
Bore X Stroke 105 x 69 mm
Cooling System Liquid cooling
Compression 13.5 :1
Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
Fuel Mixture Generation Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm (2.05")) Control 4 V/DOHC
Motor Management Keihin EMS
Engine Lubrication Motorex , SAE 10W-50
Starting Electric
Max Power 167.6 hp / 122.4 kW) @ 10250 rpm
Max Torque 12.5 kgf-m / 90.7 ft.lbs @ 8000 rpm
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Transmission 6 Speed
Final Drive 17:37
Primary Drive 40:76
Frame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated Subframe Aluminum
Front Suspension 43mm WP Upside down adjustable
Front Wheel Travel 120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension WP shock, fully adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel 125 mm / 4.9 in
Front Brakes 2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes Single 240mm disc
Front Tire 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire 190/55 ZR17
Trail 97 mm / 3.82 in
Wheel Base 1425 mm / 56.1 in
Seat Height 805 mm / 825 mm
Ground Clearance 110 mm / 4.3 in
Dry Weight 182 kg / 405.23 lb (no fuel)
Fuel Capacity 16.5 Liters / 3.5 gal
Standing ¼ Mile 10.8 sec
Top Speed 271.4 km/h
Reviews 1000PS

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