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KTM 1190 RC8 2008

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2008 KTM 1190 RC8

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Sharper and lighter than anything that calls itself competition: 120 Nm torque, 155 HP at 10,000 rpm and withs less than 200 kilos fully tanked.

General information
Model:	KTM 1190 RC8
Year:	2008
Category:	Sport
Rating:	54.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	1148.00 ccm (70.05 cubic inches)
Engine type:	Twin
Stroke:	4
Power:	151.53 HP (110.6 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque:	120.00 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression:	12.5:1
Bore x stroke:	103.0 x 69.0 mm (4.1 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system:	Carburettor
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel control:	DOHC
Ignition:	2 X keihin
Starter:	Electric
Lubrication system:	Dry sump, pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	6-speed
Clutch:	Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Physical measures
Dry weight:	188.0 kg (414.5 pounds)
Seat height:	805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance:	110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,430 mm (56.3 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type:	Chromoly trellis frame, powder-coated
Rake (fork angle):	23.3�
Trail:	90 mm (3.5 inches)
Front suspension:	WP-USD, 43 mm
Front suspension travel:	120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension:	WP-Monoshock
Rear suspension travel:	125 mm (4.9 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	120/70-17
Rear tyre dimensions:	190/55-17
Front brakes:	Double disc. Bremo
Front brakes diameter:	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc. Bremo
Rear brakes diameter:	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Exhaust system:	Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio:	0.8060 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:	16.50 litres (4.36 gallons)
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