Motorcycle specifications KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013 Crossing a boundary

fine improvements for the orange hypersport in 2013: refined electronic management and a new, more efficient anti-dribble clutch. It waits patiently for the next generation to come along, without ever losing its edge, as its chassis is one of the most efficient available today. In 2011, the RC-8R gained 5 extra horsepower and half a kg of torque, as well as more aggressive colors, and the KTM RC8 R emerged from the gym with new arguments to put forward. In fact, her 2010 German SBK title had given her a new lease of life.

that year, Katoche went back to the heart of the 1190 cm3 engine to get more watts out of it. A new crankshaft was fitted, along with dual ignition. Double benefit: the twin is not only more powerful, but also more fuel-efficient and less polluting. The suspension has been completely redesigned, with greater comfort for the rider and greater efficiency on the track. Gearbox control has also been improved, and a new LED headlamp gives the beast a more striking look. The price of the RC8-R has been substantially reduced. Yet KTM doesn't seem to be offering a lower-quality machine, quite the contrary. But we're not going to start complaining that a bike is cheaper, especially as the price has dropped by 4,000 euros in the process. Enough to buy tires and fairings for the whole season. It's only the wheels that give us cause for concern - the new cast-aluminum rims are heavier, which partly explains the Katoche's 3-kilo weight gain.

its chassis was already formidable, enabling dazzling cornering speeds. With the extra weight, the Mattighofen superbike came dangerously close (for Ducati) to the 1198. The Italian manufacturer has regained a big lead with the 1199 Panigale - more technical, more powerful, and much more expensive. For those who are only interested in the track, there's still a Track version in the catalog, more powerful, lighter, exclusively for the circuit and ready to race.

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