2009 KTM RC8R

You know the feeling the some of us experienced during childhood, when some bully picks on you and you come back with your big brother to "show him some"...Well, the KTM RC8 is the young you, while the RC8R is the big bad brother coming to help out.
Alright, so the first sports road bike of KTM is getting a new, bigger angine and some other upgrades for this year. Hear this out :
Just like any other KTM "R" models (SuperDuke and Supermoto) this KTM RC8R is the sporty version of the old RC8.
The engine has 1,195 cc and develops 195 BHP and increased torque. The engine may be tweaked up to 180 bhp with the optional performance sport kit , which makes this the most powerful series model from KTM. This can be a better match for the competing 1L inline 4s , V4 Aprilias and 1200 Ducati.
The usage of the carbon in the bodywork reduces the weight considerably for better handling and acceleration in races. The brakes , suspension and the wheels will be upgraded too on the RC8R. Here are some more pictures of it :



Dry roads!