KTM 1190 RC8 R Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The KTM 1190 RC8 R motorcycle specifications include a 1,195 cc (72.92 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 182 kg (401.2 lb).

Key specifications

2009-2015Model years
1,195 ccDisplacement
123.0 Nm @ 8,000 rpmTorque
182 kgDry weight
805 mmSeat height
16.5 LFuel tank
1,430 mmWheelbase
110 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
2009201020112012201320142015
Year-specific specification changes

The 2009 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Compression ratio
2010201213.5:1
Dry weight
20122013186 kg (410.1 lb)
20142015184 kg (405.7 lb)
Engine type
2010Twin, four-stroke
Frame
2010Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated
2011Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated. Subframe: Aluminium.
20122015Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
Front brakes
2011Double disc. Brembo four piston, radially bolted caliper
2012Double disc. Radially mounted four-piston brake calipers; floating brake discs.
20132014Double disc. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
2015Double disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front suspension
2010WP-USD fork
20122015WP Suspension Up Side Down 4354
Front tire
20102012120/70-17
Fuel system
20112012Injection. Keihin EFI
20132014Injection
2015Injection. Keihin
Rear brakes
2011Single disc. Brembo two piston, fixed caliper
2012Single disc. Two-piston brake caliper; fixed brake disc.
20132014Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
2015Single disc. Bremo. Two-piston calipers.
Rear suspension
20122015WP Suspension 4014 VP
Rear tire
20102012190/55-17
Wheelbase
201120151,425 mm (56.1 inches)
Front wheel travel
2011140 mm (5.5 inches)
Lubrication
20102011Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
20122015Dry-sump lubrication with 3 rotor pumps
Power/weight ratio
201220130.9301 hp/kg
201420150.9402 hp/kg
Rear wheel travel
2011140 mm (5.5 inches)

How the KTM 1190 RC8 R compares

This compares the motorcycle with all KTM models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the KTM database average.

Displacement1,195 cc
Low 49 ccAverage 444 ccHigh 1,301 cc

About 169% higher than the KTM database average. Around the 96th percentile across KTM models.

Seat height805 mm
Low 607 mmAverage 895 mmHigh 992 mm

About 10% lower than the KTM database average. Around the 12th percentile across KTM models.

Fuel capacity16.5 L
Low 2 LAverage 10.6 LHigh 23 L

About 56% larger than the KTM database average. Around the 89th percentile across KTM models.

This model KTM database average

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

V2, four-stroke • 1,195 cc • Liquid cooled
Chassis snapshot

Wheelbase 1,430 mmSeat 805 mmClearance 110 mm
6-speed • 120/70-ZR17 front / 190/55-ZR17 rear

Additional useful specifications

Front tire size 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire size 190/55-ZR17
Bore/stroke ratio 1.52:1 (Oversquare)

Engine specifications

Engine type V2, four-stroke
Displacement 1,195 cc (72.92 cu in)
Torque 123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) @ 8,000 rpm
Bore × stroke 105.0 x 69 mm (4.1 x 2.7 inches)
Compression ratio 12.5:1
Valves per cylinder 4
Cooling system Liquid
Fuel system Injection. Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm)
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Starter Electric
Lubrication Dry sump, pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps

Transmission and drivetrain

Gearbox 6-speed

Chassis and suspension

Frame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated. Aluminium subframe.
Front suspension WP-USD, 43 mm
Rear suspension WP-Monoshock
Front wheel travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear wheel travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rake 23.3°
Trail 97 mm (3.8 inches)

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Double disc. Brem
Rear brakes Single disc
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 190/55-ZR17

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight 182 kg (401.2 lb)
Seat height 805 mm (31.7 inches)
Alternate seat height 825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Wheelbase 1,430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance 110 mm (4.3 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 16.50 L (4.36 US gal)

Performance

Power/weight ratio 0.9210 hp/kg

Other specifications

Color options Black/orange
Exhaust system Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from KTM models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official KTM information before relying on them. Visit the official KTM website.