KTM AND DUCATI

           

Sharper and lighter than anything that calls itself competition: 123 Nm torque, 170 HP at 10,250 rpm and with less than 200 kilos fully tanked.
Nonetheless, thanks to innovative solutions and meticulous detail work, we've achieved unsurpassed rideability - on the street and on the racetrack, in every situation - of life or riding.

A winner on the start line. Fastest through the bends. The king of all the tracks. You and your RC8 R. Always focused on the coming trip. The line? Burnt into your memory. Bend by bend. Straight by straight. Nothing to distract you. Here we go! Each and every day.

Full throttle towards flow - you'll become one with your RC8 R. The Brembo's bite is super precise and the tyres elegantly hug the sweep of the line as your knee pads rub tracks into the asphalt. Back on the throttle, a hugely powerful torque, frequently no need to change gear – but always under control.

CHASSIS

FRAME
The innovative, orange powder coated frame of high strength chrome molybdenum steel stands for optimum engine positioning and at the same time extremely low weight. At less than 7.5 kg, it is around 5 kg lighter than light alloy bridge frames and thus sets the standard when it comes to light weight. If desired, the geometry of the bike can also be varied by means of the eccentric at the pivot that allows the height of the rear end to be changed by 12 mm.

SWINGARM
Particularly in this area, the highest attention was paid to efficiency and performance in the RC8 R. The black coated double swingarm of high quality cast and sheet metal parts guarantees not only maximum stability, but also perfect traction in every riding situation. A further detail of note are the axle mounts that permit high speed wheel changing and help save valuable time during the race.

BRAKES
High end Brembo stoppers with two floating 320 mm brake discs at the front increased to 5 mm thickness for more bite and durability. Plus radial brake pump, four piston monobloc callipers and four individual pads. At the rear wheel, a Brembo two piston fixed calliper ensures a powerful grip on the 220 mm brake disc.

COCKPIT
Multifunctional console and display. Information can be called up in street or race mode via menu buttons on the handlebar.

FORKS
43 mm WP USD forks, tiain coated fork inner tube spring adjustable over 10 mm, with 32 positions for the compression damping and 28 positions for rebound damping.

WP MONO SHOCK
New damper construction with special "R" setting and tiain coated piston rod. Infinitely variable spring preload, 28 step rebound damping and compression damping adjustable separately for low/high speeds. Multi-adjust eccentric for height setting.

WHEELS
A further highlight are the high quality, exclusive forged wheels. Forged 3.50 x 17" and 6.00 x 17" Marchesini rims, fitted with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP (120/70 ZR17 front and 190/55 ZR17 rear) establish new handling dimensions and outstanding traction.

  

ENGINE

OVERVIEW
With the engine of the RC8 R, the KTM engineers set yet another milestone. A larger bore and modified pistons provide a truly impressive displacement of the 1195 cc and guarantee the RC8 R an enormous 170 hp. The reinforced clutch with damper system and the optimised gearbox stand for precise, easy and quick gear shifting in the battle against the clock. Weighing only 62 kg, this lightweight powerhouse with its ultra compact dimensions sends 170 hp and a torque of 123 Nm to the rear wheel.

EXHAUST
Innovative underfloor exhaust system for optimum performance, low centre of gravity, minimum noise level and compliance with the Euro 3 values thanks to the catalytic converter.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine »
Engine	Twin cylinder, 4-stroke, V75
Displacement	1195cc
Bore and Stroke	105x69mm
Compression Ratio	13.5:1
Valve Gear	4V/DOHC
Engine Lubrication	Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton Pumps
Filter System	-
Starter	Electric starter
Decompression	automatic
Ignition	Keihin EMS
Battery	12ah
Carburetor	Keihin EFI
Fuel	premium unleaded
Transmission	6 gears, dog clutch engagement
Clutch	Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated
Primary Drive	40:76
Final Drive	17:38
Chassis »
Chassis	Chromium-molybdenum trellis frame, powder coated
Frame	Chromium-molybdenum trellis frame, powder coated
Sub-Frame	Aluminium
Handlebar	Aluminium stump handlebar
Front Suspension	WP USD 43mm
Rear Suspension	WP mono shock
Front/Rear Suspension Travel	120/120mm
Front Brake	2 x Brembo four piston radially bolted caliper, brake disc 320mm
Rear Brake	Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc 220mm
Front Rim	cast aluminium 3.50 x 17"
Rear Rim	cast aluminium 6.00 x 17"
Front/Rear Tyre	120/70 ZR 17 ; 190/55 ZR 17
Steering Headangle	66.7
Wheel Caster	-
Wheelbase	1425mm
Exhaust System	Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Stand	sidestand
Seat Height	805 / 825mm
Ground Clearance	110mm
Fuel Capacity	approx. 16.5L / 3.5L reserve
Weight	approx. 184kg