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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 |
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Model: | 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 |
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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 |
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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 tyre: | 120/70-17 |
Rear tyre: | 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 |
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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 gallons) |
Other specifications |
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Starter: | Electric |
Further information |
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