The KTM RC 8C exists to fulfill one simple purpose – to stamp orange authority on the starting grid. Engineered to be a bespoke, no-compromise track weapon, the KTM RC 8C is aimed at a special type of rider who lives with his – or her – elbow on the deck. Limited to only 100 units, this is a true READY TO RACE prototype designed to shatter lap records.
Key Specifications
| Engine Type | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin |
| Engine Capacity | 889 cc |
| Max Torque | 98 NM |
| Top Speed | ~ 248 kmph / 154.1 mph |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 L / 4.22 US gallons |
| Weight (Wet/Kerb) | ~ 152 kg / 335.1 lbs |
| Seat Height | 820 mm / 32.28 inches |
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
| Model | KTM RC 8C |
| Year | 2024 |
Engine
| Engine Type | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin |
| Displacement | 889 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 90.7 mm x 68.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.5 : 1 |
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Max Torque | 98 NM |
| Valve Train | DOHC |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Engine Management System | Bosch EMS with RBW |
| Lubrication System | Pressure circulation lubrication with 2 trochoidal pumps |
| Cooling System | Water cooling, permanent circulation of coolant by water pump |
| Ignition System | Fully electronic ignition |
| Fuel | Super Unleaded (ROZ 95) |
| Exhaust System | Akrapovič titanium silencer |
Performance
| Top Speed | ~ 248 kmph / 154.1 mph |
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
| Clutch | Slipper clutch in oil bath / mechanically operated |
| Gearbox | 6 speed transmission, claw shifted |
| Primary Drive Ratio | 39:75 |
| Gear Ratios | 1st gear – 13:37 2nd gear – 17:34 3rd gear – 20:31 4th gear – 22:28 5th gear – 24:26 6th gear – 23:22 |
| Final Drive | Chain (520) |
| Quick Shifter | Quickshifter+ (up and down shifts across all gears) + auto blipper |
| Traction Control System | TCS, Lean sensitive TC (9 levels, On/Off) |
| Assist & Slipper Clutch | Yes |
Electrical & Electronics System
| Battery | 12 V LTM-14B |
| Alternator/Generator | 12V 400W |
| Starter | Electric starter |
| Instrumentation | 5 inch TFT (AIM MXS 1.2 RACE dahsboard and datalogger) |
| Traction Control System | TCS, Lean sensitive TC (9 levels, On/Off) |
| Wheelie Control | Yes |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Chrome-moly tubular space frame, powder-coated |
| Front Suspension | WP XACT PRO 7543, 43mm fully adjustable USD |
| Front Suspension Travel | 120 mm / 4.72 inches |
| Rear Suspension | WP APEX PRO 7746 |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 120 mm / 4.72 inches |
| Rake | 66.7 ° |
| Trail | 98.6 mm / 3.88 inches |
| Rear Subframe | Self-supporting plastic tank |
Wheels & Brakes
| Wheels | Dymag UP7X forged aluminum wheels |
| Front Wheel/Rim Size | 3.5 x 17″ |
| Front Tire Size | 120/70 R 17 NHS SC1 |
| Rear Wheel/Rim Size | 6 x 17″ |
| Rear Tire Size | 180/60 R 17 SBK SC1 200/55 R17 (optional upgrade) |
| Front Brakes | 290 mm disc, 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper BREMBO with 19RCS CORSA CORTA radial master cylinder |
| Rear Brakes | 230 mm disc, 2 piston caliper, brake disc BREMBO |
Dimension & Weights
| Seat Height | 820 mm / 32.28 inches |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm / 55.11 inches |
| Ground Clearance | 191 mm / 7.51 inches |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 L / 4.22 US gallons |
| Wet (kerb/curb) Weight | ~ 152 kg / 335.1 lbs |
| Max Load Capacity | 430 kg / 948 lbs |
Riding Aids
- Lean Sensitive Traction Control
- Quicshifter – Up & Down across all gears
- Auto Blipper
- Wheelie Control
