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How does the KTM 1190 RC8 R perform on the street and on the track?
14 January 2025 07:38
In fact, I actually like it on the street more than some of the other superbikes. Its upright seating position is helpful in traffic.
But what did the discontinuation of the KTM 1190 RC8 R mean for the superbike market?
14 January 2025 07:38
That left a gap in the market for a truly bonkers, no-compromise superbike. It makes everything else seem a bit sanitized by comparison.
How is the KTM 1190 RC8 R different from other superbikes?
14 January 2025 07:38
This is clearly KTM's off-road DNA showing in the riding position. Most other superbikes are more comfortable for taller riders.
What is it that makes some riders prefer the KTM 1190 RC8 R over more popular Japanese superbikes?
14 January 2025 07:38
The adjustability is a huge part of it. With Japanese bikes you can't really make them fit you perfectly, but you can with this bike.
Is the KTM 1190 RC8 R simply too dangerous for public roads?
14 January 2025 07:38
It’s a little bit hypocritical to call the RC8 R dangerous when they still sell the 1290 Super Duke R. It's a wheelie machine, that thing!
Why was KTM 1190 RC8 R discontinued?
12 January 2023 12:27
In an Interview, KTM CEO and President Stefan Pierer stated that Superbikes with 200 horsepower or greater are too powerful to be ridden safely on the street. He went on to say that when the RC16 bike, which is only permitted to be ridden on tracks or private enclosed properties, is available for customers, the RC8 will be discontinued. Pierer argued that even the KTM RC8's 173 BHP was too dangerous for public roads.
What is the Fuel economy of KTM 1190 RC8 R?
12 January 2023 12:24
The Fuel economy of KTM 1190 RC8 R is rated at 16.3 km/l. This impressive figure is quite surprising for a bike of its size and power. The engine has been tuned for optimal efficiency and the bike is able to achieve this mileage even when ridden in city conditions. So, you can expect to get good fuel economy from this bike.
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