2012 KTM 1190 RC8 R. Image credits - KTM.
KTM's profilation of this bike
The ultimate power tool from KTM. KTM designers pulled out all the stops in the art of engine building when it came to the 1190 RC8 R. The rider has one of the most powerful V2 engines of our times and one of the best chassis in the world at his or her disposal - totally street-legal.
General information
Motorcycle name
KTM 1190 RC8 R
Year model
2012
Type
Sport
Rating
3.4 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size
1195.0 ccm (72.92 cubic inches)
Type of engine
V2, four-stroke
Engine details
V 75°
Effect
173.0 HP (126.3 kW )) @ 4000 RPM
Torque
123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression
13.5:1
Bore x stroke
105.0 x 69.0 mm (4.1 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system
Injection. Keihin EFI
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
Lubrication system
Dry-sump lubrication with 3 rotor pumps
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated
Driveline
17:37. Primary drive: 40:76.
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
Rake (fork angle)
23.3°
Trail
97 mm (3.8 inches)
Front suspension
WP Suspension Up Side Down 4354
Front wheel travel
120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension
WP Suspension 4014 VP
Rear wheel travel
120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front tire
120/70-17
Rear tire
190/55-17
Front brakes
Double disc. Radially mounted four-piston brake calipers; floating brake discs.
Diameter
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Two-piston brake caliper; fixed brake disc.
Diameter
220 mm (8.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
186.0 kg (410.1 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.9301 HP/kg
Seat height
805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance
110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1425 mm (56.1 inches)
Fuel capacity
16.50 litres (4.36 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
White/orange
Starter
Electric
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