Description
Click here for a VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2010 KTM RC8R. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
For the 2010 model year, KTM addressed some of the initial criticisms levied at the impressive RC8. The updates were significant enough that the Austrian firm tacked on a “R” to the evolution, now called the RC8R.
Some of the updates included a displacement bump to 1,195cc, revised cam timing, and a heavier flywheel. KTM claimed 175 horsepower and an impressive 93.6 lb-ft of torque at the crank.
One thing people new to the model are typically surprised to learn is how adjustable the ergonomics are. Remember that this machine initially came out over a decade ago, yet it featured adjustable footpegs, clipons (height/angle), levers, pedals, and even the subframe (which provides almost an inch of adjustability in the seat height). No one’s going to confuse this for a touring bike, but as Motorcycle.com put it, “with the clip-ons in their high setting, visions of a 500-mile day seem possible.”
This example is VIN: VBKVR9401AM966960. The seller inherited the bike from his brother in law approximately three months ago.
The odometer shows 3,252 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states that he cleaned the tank and replaced the fuel pump.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following in their condition report:
Tire Year Front/Rear: 0109/1009
Tire % Front/Rear: 0/0
Tire Press Front/Rear: 25/30
Brake % Front/Rear: 60/20
Hydraulic: DARK >3% MOISTURE
Oil: LEVEL: LOW; QUALITY: NEEDS REPLACEMENT
Coolant: LEVEL: LOW; QUALITY: NEEDS REPLACEMENT
Low Beam:OK
High Beam:OK
Turn: FRONT LEFT NON-FUNCTIONAL
Tail Light:OK
Brake Light:OK
Plate Light:OK
Kill:OK
Horn:OK
Fork:OK
Shock/s:OK
Final Drive: NEEDS SERVICE
Battery: 12.64V
Notes:
RECOMMENDED:
• OIL
• COOLANT
• HYDRAULIC FLUIDS X3
• REAR BRAKE PADS + CALIPER WASH
• TIRES
• CHAIN SERVICE
• REPAIR FRONT LEFT TURN SIGNAL
Modifications:
Akrapovič titanium exhaust.
KTM reservoir covers.
KTM rotors.
Sato Racing rearsets.
Aftermarket sprocket.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo slicks that have aged out.
The sale includes one key and a rear stand.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection) this KTM is offered on a clean Arizona title. Have any RC8R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
