2026 KTM 990 RC-R technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: 990 RC-R
Years: 2026
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 92.5 x 70.4 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
Compression Ratio: 13.5:1
Lubrication: Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Emission: EURO 5+
Induction: 46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
Engine Management: Bosch EMS with RBW
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque: 103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Clutch: PASC? slipper clutch, cable operated
Transmission: 6-Speed
Primary Drive: 42:76
Final Drive: Chain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Frame: Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Front Suspension: WP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Front Wheel Travel: 147 mm / 5.8 in
Rear Suspension: WP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rear Wheel Travel: 134 mm / 5.3 in
Front Brakes: 2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes: Single 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABS: Standard
Wheels: Cast aluminium
Front Wheel: 3.5 x 17
Rear Wheel: 5.5 x 17
Front Tyre: 120/70-ZR 17
Rear Tyre: 180/55-ZR 17
Wheelbase: 1481 mm / 58.3 in
Seat Height: 845 mm / 33.3 in
Ground Clearance: 163 mm / 6.4 in
Wet Weight: 195 kg 430 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal

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