2015 KTM 1190 RC8 R

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015


2015 KTM 1190 RC8 R specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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
Model name KTM 1190 RC8 R
Year of manufacture 2015
Type Sport
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 1195.0 ccm (72.92 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Engine details 75° cylinder angle
Output 173.0 HP (126.3 kW))
Bore x stroke 105.0 x 69.0 mm (4.1 x 2.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Keihin
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 5/8  x  5/16  X Ring. 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°
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 brakes Double disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Bremo. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels Marchesini, aluminium die-cast wheels
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.9402 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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