
The highly anticipated 2026 KTM 990 RC R has been officially unveiled, marking the Austrian manufacturer's bold return to the high-performance supersport category with a street-legal, track-focused machine. Powered by a retuned 947cc LC8c parallel-twin engine, it delivers 130 PS and 103 Nm of torque, housed within a purpose-built steel chassis optimized for exceptional stability and agility, a concept developed with data from KTM's MotoGP program. The bike features aerodynamic bodywork, fully adjustable WP APEX suspension, premium Brembo HyPure brakes with dual 320mm discs, and a comprehensive electronics suite managed through an 8.8-inch TFT dash, including multiple ride and ABS modes.
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Brand |
KTM |
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Model |
990 RC R 2026 |
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Status |
Available |
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Release Date |
2025 |
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Type |
Heavy Bike |
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Full Specs |
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ENGINE |
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TORQUE |
103 Nm |
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TRANSMISSION |
6-speed |
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COOLING |
Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger |
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POWER IN KW |
130 PS |
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STARTER |
Electric starter |
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CLUTCH |
PASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated |
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DISPLACEMENT |
947cc |
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EMS |
Bosch EMS with RBW |
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CO2 EMISSIONS |
110 g/km |
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DESIGN |
Twin cylinder |
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CHASSIS |
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TANK CAPACITY (APPROX.) |
15.7 l |
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FRONT BRAKE |
2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper, brake disc |
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REAR BRAKE |
1 piston caliper, brake disc |
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CHAIN |
520 X-Ring |
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FRAME DESIGN |
Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated |
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FRONT SUSPENSION |
WP APEX 48 Open Cartridge |
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REAR SUSPENSION |
WP APEX |
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GROUND CLEARANCE |
163 mm |
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SEAT HEIGHT |
845 mm |
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SUSPENSION TRAVEL (FRONT) |
130 mm |
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SUSPENSION TRAVEL (REAR) |
130 mm |
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