2009
KTM 1190 RC8 Carbon - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 369583 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 1190 RC8 Carbon |
| Year | 2009 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP-USD |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rake | 23.3° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP-Monoshock |
| Reartyre | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Trail | 90 mm (3.5 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 103.0 x 69.0 mm (4.1 x 2.7 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically |
| Compression | 12.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 1148.00 ccm (70.05 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Keihin EFI |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Lubricationsystem | Dry sump, pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps |
| Power | 151.53 HP (110.6 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
| Torque | 120.00 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Alternateseatheight | 825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 16.50 litres (4.36 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Seatheight | 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.