2008 KTM 1190 RC8

KTM 1190 RC8 2008


2008 KTM 1190 RC8 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

KTM's profilation of this bike
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 name KTM 1190 RC8
Year 2008
Category Sport
Rating 3.5  Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1148.0 ccm (70.05 cubic inches)
Engine type Twin, four-stroke
Power 151.5 HP (110.6 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque 120.0 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)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Carburettor
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition 2 X keihin
Lubrication system Dry sump, pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Exhaust system Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
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 wheel travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension WP-Monoshock
Rear wheel travel 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Front tire 120/70-17
Rear tire 190/55-17
Front brakes Double disc. Bremo
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Bremo
Diameter 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 188.0 kg (414.5 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.8060 HP/kg
Seat height 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Fuel capacity 16.50 litres (4.36 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
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