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| 2011 KTM 1190 RC8R |
The RC8R’s chiseled design creates a sensation wherever it stops. If an F-117 stealth fighter crashed into a motorcycle factory, the RC8R would be the likely result. Slim and angular, and swaddled with matte-black paint, it looks stealthy, even if its radar-evading qualities are dubious. Although few would describe the black and orange machine as “pretty,” we admire the courage to step outside of the well-worn sportbike design box with its bold origami shape. Opinions vary.
“Angular shapes and bold use of black, white and orange color scheme makes the KTM a clear standout in styling in the liter class, possibly rivaled only by BMW’s new S1000RR,” says MO’s Senior Editor, Pete Brissette.
“They say there’s a fine line separating genius from lunacy, and for the RC8 there’s a fine line between distinctive styling from downright repugnance – you choose,” observes Tom Roderick, MO guest rider and freelance journalist.
Like the Ducati, KTM’s top-line superbike is powered by a liquid-cooled V-Twin, although here, too, it is done a little different. Its cylinders are set at 75 degrees rather than the Duc's traditional 90-degree Vee for a more compact arrangement. The non-R RC8 makes do with 1148cc and 15 horsepower less than the R’s claimed 170 crankshaft hp made at 10,250 rpm. The R has several high-tech features such as titanium intake valves, a lofty 13.5:1 compression ratio and a low-friction DLC treatment on its camshafts’ finger followers. Peak torque of 90.7 ft-lbs from the Rotax engine is said to arrive at 8000 rpm. We discovered nearly 150 horses pushing the back wheel when we had four-time AMA tuner of the year Carry Andrew strap it to the Hypercycle dyno.
While KTM builds its own frames from large-tube chromoly steel, it sources high-end componentry from world leaders like Brembo and Marchesini across the Dolomite Mountains. Fuel injection comes from Keihin in Japan.
2011 KTM 1190 RC8R - International Specifications
MSRP: See KTM Dealer for prices
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| 2011 KTM 1190 RC8R |
2011 KTM 1190 RC8R - International Specifications
MSRP: See KTM Dealer for prices
- Engine type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
- Displacement 1195 cc
- Bore x stroke 105 x 69 mm (4.13 x 2.72")
- Performance (homologated) 129 kW @ 10250 rpm
- Max. torque 127 Nm @ 8000 rpm
- Compression ratio 13.5:1
- Starter/Battery Electric Starter/12 V 11.2 Ah
- Transmission 6 gears, dog clutch engagement
- Fuel Mixture Generation Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm (2.05"))
- Control 4 V/DOHC
- Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
- Engine lubrication Motorex, SAE 10W-50
- Primary drive 40:76
- Final drive 17:37
- Cooling Liquid cooled
- Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
- Motor Management Keihin EMS
- Frame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated
- Subframe Aluminium
- Handlebar Aluminium stump handlebar
- Front suspension WP-USD Ø 43 mm
- Rear suspension WP-Monoshock
- Suspension travel front/rear 120/120 mm (4.7 / 4.7")
- Front brake 2 x Brembo four piston, radially bolted caliper, brake disc 320 mm (12.6")
- Rear brake Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc 220 mm (8.66")
- Rims, front/rear Cast aluminium wheels 3.50 x 17''; 6.00 x 17''
- Tires, front/rear 120/70 ZR 17; 190/55 ZR 17
- Chain X-ring 5/8 x 5/16"
- Main silencer Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
- Steering head angle 66.7°
- Trail 97 mm (3.82")
- Wheel base 1425 mm (56.10")
- Ground clearance (unloaded) 110 mm (4.33")
- Seat height 805/825 mm (31.69/32.48")
- Tank capacity approx. 16.5 liters/3.5 liters reserve (4.36/0.92 gal)
- Weight (no fuel) approx. 184 kg (without fuel)
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