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KTM RC8 R Track

Simona@topspeed.com(Simona) — Sun, 7 Nov 2010 23:08:00 GMT

Next to the RC8 R superbike, KTM also brought to EICMA Show in Italy a Track version for it. The motorcycle is compatible with the FIM Superstock homologation and can therefore be used in official championships.

The "Track" directly developed and produced by the RC8 Motorsport Department is the perfect two cylinder Superbike for hobby riders - like those competing in various championships.

The motorcycle is powered by the same twin-cylinder engine that delivers an impressive 175 bhp and 127 Nm of torque. The TRack version gets the same improved gear shift linkage, new LED daytime running lights, but also a more track oriented look.

KTM now offers a street bike product that is a pure bred sports-oriented racing machine. More and more riders of super sporty bikes are now showing a preference for the race track in the form of either training sessions or races.

Press release after the ump.

KTM RC8 R Track originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 7 November 2010 23:08 EST.

KTM RC8 R

Simona@topspeed.com(Simona) — Wed, 3 Nov 2010 18:15:00 GMT

KTM brought the 2011 RC8 R superbike to EICMA Show, and we are sure glad they did. This is the company’s most powerful, smooth, and sophisticated model. For the model year 2011, KTM focuses on a thorough development of all aspects of the RC8 R.

The 2011 RC8 R is powered by a twin-cylinder engine that delivers an impressive 175 bhp and 127 Nm of torque. And with a total weight of only 185 kilos, the bike is ready to race. Thanks to the finely honed injection system, the rider is in full control of the enormous power at all times.

Combined with a new eccentric bracket in the shock linkage, the RC8 R can now be precisely dialed in within a significantly wider range of settings. For 2011, the RC8 R gets improved gear shift linkage, new LED daytime running lights, and an elaborate, high gloss paint job. The latest Dunlop SportSmart tires make for the icing on the cake.

Press release after the jump.

KTM RC8 R originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 3 November 2010 18:15 EST.

KTM RC8 R McWilliams Limited Edition

Maxx Biker@topspeed.com(Maxx Biker) — Fri, 7 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT

This attracting sight represents KTM’s RC8 R McWilliams replica, a machine produced in a limited number (100 units) both to honor Jeremy McWilliams, KTM’s racer in the IDM German Superbike Championship, and to offer club racers the possibility to get their hands on a machine that looks like nothing ordinary (not that the stock RC8 does, but this is yet another step forward).

Apart from the cool new livery, the KTM Club Racer kit includes an Akrapovic EVO4 full system, hi-lift cams and datalogging. The total number of break horsepower reaches 180, which is 10 bhp more than on the standard model.

Street legality is always the sacrifice in the quest for more power and that is why the KTM RC8 R McWilliams addresses to club racers. Sure, you can always convert it to road spec, but what’s the point in buying it if that’s the plan?

KTM RC8 R McWilliams Limited Edition originally appeared on topspeed.com on Friday, 7 August 2009 12:00 EST.

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Maxx Biker@topspeed.com(Maxx Biker) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:31:00 GMT

Ever since the 2008 launch of their all-new Superbike, a premiere for the Austrian brand, KTM has worked to develop the now notorious RC8 model into a more powerful, slightly lighter and sharper cornering motorcycle, improving so both the times around the track and the appreciation among street riders. So while carrying on producing the Standard RC8 as a 2009 model year, KTM also puts on sale the RC8 R model, a nightmare for all competitors out there, be them Japanese or European.

KTM 1190 RC8 R originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 13 April 2009 13:31 EST.

KTM RC8 1190 Red Bull Racing

Maxx Biker@topspeed.com(Maxx Biker) — Fri, 3 Oct 2008 12:53:00 GMT

French company Orca Suzuki, also a KTM lessee, has just unveiled a new Red Bull Racing version of the KTM RC8 1190. This is the first blue edition ever made and it is packed with accessories from the KTM racing catalog as well as Rizoma.

The first thing that sets it apart from the normal bike is the Red Bull custom styling and that’s the main reason why people will buy it. The French company plans on selling it for 17.900€.

KTM RC8 1190 Red Bull Racing originally appeared on topspeed.com on Friday, 3 October 2008 12:53 EST.

KTM: 2010 Superbike with the RC8

Maxx Biker@topspeed.com(Maxx Biker) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 13:26:00 GMT

Posted on 04.10.2008 13:26 by Maxx Biker
Filed under: KTM | Superbike | KTM RC8 | Motorcycles | Motorcycle News

KTM: 2010 Superbike with the RC8 originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 10 April 2008 13:26 EST.