The flagship RC series machine provides pure sports
performance in an achievable package.
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| KTM RC 390 in action at Modena race track |
44hp + 147kg = massive fun
for any rider
All new sporty chassis with
high-tech components
ABS fitted as standard
Easy to ride, easy to
maintain
Achievable cost,
unbelievable capability
Truly READY TO RACE
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| Brandnew KTM RC 390: 44hp, 35Nm and 147kg |
The new KTM RC 390 hits
the street with a purpose to reflect KTM`s fast forward attitude and the
company´s DNA in a perfect and global way. Never before a full faired
sportmotorcycle stepped into the segment with more quality, refinement and lap
time potential.
Distinguished by first-rate, high-tech components, the road legal racer has a superior power-to-weight ratio, unprecedented agility and capable of extreme lean angles to be able to out-handle whatever the daily race can throw at it.
The flagship RC series machine follows on from the huge success of the KTM 390 DUKE naked machine it shares its powerplant with, but with an all-new chassis, riding position and Grand Prix-inspired bodywork has increased focus on sports performance.
New chassis
With a more sporty focus requires a new chassis to match the RC’s intentions. Though physically similar in appearance to the proven steel trellis frame of the DUKE, the RC’s geometry is critically different in order to fully live up to the ergonomics and riding characteristics of a genuine racer. A steeper steering head, shorter trail and shorter wheelbase give the RC 390 a playful handling, true racetrack capability but – importantly – perfect stability at any speed.
Further differences that set the RC apart from its naked counterpart are changes to the WP Suspension; less traveland firmer, aggressive damping characteristics. At 43mm, the amply sized upside down front forks have the same diameter stanchions as those of the KTM 1190 RC8 R Superbike and add genuine racing equipment to ensure maximum stability and precision.
Strong engine
Set within the orange matrix of steel is the same highly sophisticated, powerful and reliable engine as the 390 DUKE. The short-stroked, liquid-cooled DOHC four-valve 375cc single boasts 44hp and 35Nm and is mastered by the RC’s electronic fuel injection to deliver incredible response, robust power delivery and great refinement; perfect conditions for a true racing feel, combined with convincing real-world credibility.
High-tech components
Developed together with Brembo, the braking system includes a four-piston radially mounted caliper biting down hard on a 300mm front disc backed up by Bosch ABS as standard – an unparalleled quality feature in this segment for maximum safety. At 110/70 ZR17 front and 150/60 ZR17, even the Metzeler tyres have a racing size format.
READY TO RACE
Further proving this new machine’s racetrack qualities are tomorrow’s MotoGP pilots who are exploiting the ‘CUP’ version of the RC 390 this season to fight for points and podiums in the German ADAC Junior Cup. These identical bikes are making for thrilling racing and are fitted with a wide range of track-focussed accessories from the official KTM PowerParts catalogue; parts that are also available for the street RC rider to enhance their machine amongst a huge array of other customisation for the RC.
Available from the end of September onwards the RC 390 is ready to write an important chapter for the Austrian-based brand – with an outstanding sportmotorcycle that is ready to inspire riders all over the world.
Distinguished by first-rate, high-tech components, the road legal racer has a superior power-to-weight ratio, unprecedented agility and capable of extreme lean angles to be able to out-handle whatever the daily race can throw at it.
The flagship RC series machine follows on from the huge success of the KTM 390 DUKE naked machine it shares its powerplant with, but with an all-new chassis, riding position and Grand Prix-inspired bodywork has increased focus on sports performance.
New chassis
With a more sporty focus requires a new chassis to match the RC’s intentions. Though physically similar in appearance to the proven steel trellis frame of the DUKE, the RC’s geometry is critically different in order to fully live up to the ergonomics and riding characteristics of a genuine racer. A steeper steering head, shorter trail and shorter wheelbase give the RC 390 a playful handling, true racetrack capability but – importantly – perfect stability at any speed.
Further differences that set the RC apart from its naked counterpart are changes to the WP Suspension; less traveland firmer, aggressive damping characteristics. At 43mm, the amply sized upside down front forks have the same diameter stanchions as those of the KTM 1190 RC8 R Superbike and add genuine racing equipment to ensure maximum stability and precision.
Strong engine
Set within the orange matrix of steel is the same highly sophisticated, powerful and reliable engine as the 390 DUKE. The short-stroked, liquid-cooled DOHC four-valve 375cc single boasts 44hp and 35Nm and is mastered by the RC’s electronic fuel injection to deliver incredible response, robust power delivery and great refinement; perfect conditions for a true racing feel, combined with convincing real-world credibility.
High-tech components
Developed together with Brembo, the braking system includes a four-piston radially mounted caliper biting down hard on a 300mm front disc backed up by Bosch ABS as standard – an unparalleled quality feature in this segment for maximum safety. At 110/70 ZR17 front and 150/60 ZR17, even the Metzeler tyres have a racing size format.
READY TO RACE
Further proving this new machine’s racetrack qualities are tomorrow’s MotoGP pilots who are exploiting the ‘CUP’ version of the RC 390 this season to fight for points and podiums in the German ADAC Junior Cup. These identical bikes are making for thrilling racing and are fitted with a wide range of track-focussed accessories from the official KTM PowerParts catalogue; parts that are also available for the street RC rider to enhance their machine amongst a huge array of other customisation for the RC.
Available from the end of September onwards the RC 390 is ready to write an important chapter for the Austrian-based brand – with an outstanding sportmotorcycle that is ready to inspire riders all over the world.
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| New chassis, strong engine & high-tech components |
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| Truly READY TO RACE – KTM RC 390 & RC 390 CUP |
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