2019
KTM RC16 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 201827 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | RC16 |
| Year | 2019 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Tubular steel trellis frame, aluminum swing arm |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. Brembo |
| Frontsuspension | WP |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Brembo |
| Rearsuspension | WP |
| Wheels | Michelin tyres |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1000.00 ccm (61.02 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | V4, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Akrapovi and #269; four-into-two, titanium |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Ignition | MotoGP Magneti Marelli ECU |
| Maxrpm | 19000 |
| Power | 250.00 HP (182.5 kW)) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/black/yellow/blue/red |
|---|---|
| Comments | Drive by wire, engine braking, traction control, wheelie control, quick shift. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 157.0 kg (346.1 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 22.00 litres (5.81 gallons) |
| Overallheight | 1,000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 1.5924 HP/kg |
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.