2012 KTM 1190 RC8R

2012 KTM 1190 RC8R

2012 KTM 1190 RC8R - For 2012, KTM further revised its signature 175-horsepower superbike, the RC8 R receiving some updates to the engine, transmission, suspension and electronics. The bike is also still offered in the RC8 R Race Spec, a full-on race machine.

2012 KTM 1190 RC8R benefits massively from racing, with the Superbike factory riders closely collaborating with the developers and providing invaluable input from the analysis of their IDM Superbike races. Optimised flywheel masses let the 75° twin rev extremely smoothly.

Starting with the 1195cc 75-degree V-Twin, KTM added 100 grams of weight to the forged crankshaft for more inertia, allowing for better mass distribution and smoother running. KTM further enhanced the engine's inertia by 25 percent through beefing up the flywheel a kilogram.

2012 KTM 1190 RC8R's six-speed transmission was also updated. KTM first added a sensor that allows the ECU to help control engine braking depending on the current gear, killing the need for a slipper clutch. KTM also redesigned the RC8 R's shift drum to reduce weight and provide better shifting, and also added stiffer aluminum gear shifter linkage for more precise shifts and easier adjustability.

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The dual-plug ignition ensures a perfect combustion control, with the pleasant side effect of a high output, peaking at 175 hp and 127 Nm of torque. An eccentric height adjustment bracket in the rear suspension linkage adds more set-up options. The carefully tuned suspension ensures a composed and comfortable ride even on public roads. As the first uncompromising hypersports tire, the Dunlop SportSmart delivers a first-rate performance on the track, in everyday road riding and in the wet. All this makes the 2012 KTM 1190 RC8R a consistently developed package for a single purpose – great fun on every mile!

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2012 KTM 1190 RC8R - International Specifications/Technical Details
MSRP Price: See KTM dealer for pricing.

ENGINE

• Engine type : 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
• Displacement : 1,195 cc
• Bore/stroke : 105/69 mm
• Power : 129 kW (175 hp) @ 10250 rpm
• Torque : 127 Nm @ 8000 rpm
• Compression ratio : 13.5:1
• Starter/battery : Electric starter/12V 11.2Ah
• Transmission : 6 gears
• Fuel system : Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm)
• Control : 4 V/DOHC
• Lubrication : Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
• Engine oil : Motorex, SAE 10W-50
• Primary drive : 40:76
• Final drive : 17:37
• Cooling : Liquid cooling
• Clutch : Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated
• Engine management/ignition : Keihin EMS

CHASSIS

• 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
• Front brake : 2 x Brembo Monobloc four piston, radially bolted caliper, Ø 320 mm
• Rear brake : Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc Ø 220 mm
• Wheels 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"
• Silencer : Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
• Steering head angle : 66.7°
• Trail : 97 mm
• Wheel base : 1,425 mm
• Ground clearance : 110 mm
• Seat height : 805/825 mm
• Tank capacity : approx. 16.5 litres/3.5 litres reserve
• Weight (ready to race) : approx. 184 kg (without fuel)