| 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. |
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General information |
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Model name
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KTM 1190 RC8 |
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Year
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2008 |
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Category
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Sport |
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Rating
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3.5 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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1148.0 ccm (70.05 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Twin, four-stroke |
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Power
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151.5 HP (110.6 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
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Torque
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120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
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Compression
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12.5:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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103.0 x 69.0 mm (4.1 x 2.7 inches) |
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Valves per cylinder
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4 |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor |
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Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
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Ignition
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2 X keihin |
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Lubrication system
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Dry sump, pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps |
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Cooling system
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Liquid |
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Gearbox
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6-speed |
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Clutch
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Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically |
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Exhaust system
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Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Chromoly trellis frame, powder-coated |
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Rake (fork angle)
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23.3° |
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Trail
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90 mm (3.5 inches) |
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Front suspension
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WP-USD, 43 mm |
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Front wheel travel
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120 mm (4.7 inches) |
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Rear suspension
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WP-Monoshock |
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Rear wheel travel
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125 mm (4.9 inches) |
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Front tire
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120/70-17 |
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Rear tire
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190/55-17 |
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Front brakes
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Double disc. Bremo |
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Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc. Bremo |
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Diameter
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220 mm (8.7 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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188.0 kg (414.5 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.8060 HP/kg |
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Seat height
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805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Ground clearance
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110 mm (4.3 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1430 mm (56.3 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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16.50 litres (4.36 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Starter
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Electric |
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Rating sample for this KTM bike
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Touring capabilities for the 2008 KTM 1190 RC8:
 (66.5 out of 100)
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