2011 KTM 1190 RC8R Review

2011 KTM 1190 RC8R

The new model of 2011 KTM 1190 RC8R full throttle towards flow - you'll become one with your RC8 R. The Brembo's bite is fantastic exact and the tyres pleasingly hug the sweep of the line as your knee pads rub tracks into the asphalt. Back on the throttle, a hugely commanding torque, commonly no need to change gear – excluding always under control.

Specs:

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 and Final drive 17:37 Cooling Liquid cooled, Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically.

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)