KTM 990 RC R
- Production years
- 2026
- Brand
- KTM
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KTM 990 RC R (2026)
Selected year: 2026
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 947 cm³
- Power
- 126 hp (94 kW) at 9,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 195 kg
- Seat height
- 845 mm
Overview
The 2026 KTM 990 RC R is a sport bike with a 947 cc parallel-twin engine. It produces 126 hp (94 kW) and 103 Nm, with a wet weight of 195 kg, an 845 mm seat and a 15.7 L fuel tank. Its chromium-molybdenum steel frame uses the engine as a stressed element, and it has a manual 6-speed gearbox. Standard ABS accompanies twin front discs with radially mounted four-piston calipers. Compared with the Ducati Panigale V2 listed for 2020-2023, the 990 RC R has 27 hp less.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore
- 92.5 mm
- Bore x stroke
- 92.5 x 70.4 mm
- Engine capacity
- 947 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 13.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
- Cylinders
- 2
- Engine type
- Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
- Fuel system
- 46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
- Lubrication system
- Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
- Starting
- Electric
- Stroke
- 70.4 mm
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Emission details
- EURO 5+
- Power
- 126 hp (94 kW) at 9,500 rpm
- Torque
- 103 Nm
- Chain size
- 520
- Clutch
- PASC? slipper clutch, cable operated
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Primary drive
- 42:76
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 15.7 L
- Ground clearance
- 163 mm
- Seat height
- 845 mm
- Wet weight
- 195 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,481 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- 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
- 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
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Standard
- Front brakes
- 2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR 17
- Front wheel
- 3.5 x 17
- Rear brakes
- Single 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR 17
- Rear wheel
- 5.5 x 17
- Wheels
- Cast aluminium
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Pros and cons
Advantages
Power above the class median
Its 126 hp compares with a sport bike median of 80 hp in our catalogue.
Things to consider
Tall seat
The 845 mm seat is 45 mm above the sport bike median of 800 mm in our catalogue.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Balls of both feet likely down
You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.
Seat height
845 mm
Approx. loaded height
815 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 15.7 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
285 km
With 10% reserve
257 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the weight of KTM 990 RC R?
The KTM 990 RC R weighs 195 kg (wet weight). For model year 2026.
What are the specs of KTM 990 RC R?
The KTM 990 RC R has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2026: 947 cc; 126 hp (94 kW); 103 Nm; 195 kg (wet weight); seat height 845 mm; fuel tank 15.7 L. Specification table
How much horsepower does KTM 990 RC R have?
The KTM 990 RC R makes 126 hp (94 kW) at 9,500 rpm, with a torque of 103 Nm. For model year 2026.
What is the seat height of KTM 990 RC R?
The KTM 990 RC R has a seat height of 845 mm. For model year 2026.
What is the fuel tank capacity of KTM 990 RC R?
The KTM 990 RC R has a fuel tank capacity of 15.7 L. For model year 2026.
Does the KTM 990 RC R meet the numerical A2 limits?
The KTM 990 RC R does not meet the numerical A2 limits at full power: 94.3 kW, 0.48 kW/kg. This does not confirm licence eligibility for every version and market. For model year 2026.
