Please note: This is part of the Damon Schuetze collection.
We’ll leave the intro to this to KTM:
“The KTM RC 8C is an ultra-lightweight, bespoke track weapon designed with one simple purpose – to decimate lap times and stamp orange authority on the starting grid. With only 100 of these rare weapons going into production, the KTM RC 8C is a highly limited, unique motorcycle aimed at a special type of rider who knows how to get his, or her, elbow down.”
“The KTM RC 8C is developed and built in partnership with Kramer Motorcycles, around a no-compromise, hand-built racing chassis with a 100% track-focused objective. With one eye on all out performance and the other on personal adjustability, this 140 kg [308 pounds] is truly without equal.”
“The KTM RC 8C is hand-built and boasts factory racing levels of premium componentry, from Dymag UP7X forged aluminum wheels (with quick change assembly and axle that allows wheels to be swapped out without disassembling the brakes), Pirelli Diablo Superbike racing slicks, and the very best components from Brembo’s high performance component range (19RCS Corsa Corta radial master cylinder and Stylema front calipers grabbing 290mm fully floating brake disks with aluminum rotor carriers and titanium brake caliper screws).”
“Rocketing the KTM RC 8C off the line is a ultra-potent, lightweight and compact 128 hp/74 ft-lb 889cc LC8c engine. If that sounds familiar, it’s the same, celebrated powerplant found in the KTM 890 Duke R, but with more focus on drive out of corners. The benefit of using a production engine is easy maintenance and parts availability, without sacrificing on performance.”
“On the track, data equals speed. The KTM RC 8C makes use of a race-focused, easy to use 5″ TFT AIM MX 1.2 RACE dashboard with data logging technology and integrated GPS function which records multiple aspects of your lap. All data can be imported to the AIM RaceStudio for easy and concise studying later.”
“Reduced to the bare minimum and solely focused on racing, the KTM RC 8C makes use of race-style switchgear that allows riders to switch between wet and dry mapping, adjust engine braking and engage the pit lane speed limiter quickly, at the press of a button. The KTM RC 8C is designed and aerodynamically optimized by the same team who designed the KTM RC16 MotoGP racer. Making use of ultra-strong but lightweight GRP with carbon Kevlar reinforced fairings with quick release design, it is the closest you can get to an out-and-out GP racer.”
“Refined down to the millimeter, the KMT RC 8C can be adjusted to suit any rider, riding style or track. Triple clamp offset, ride height, suspension settings and steering head angle, adjustable by +/- 1 degree in 0.5 degree steps, can be tweaked to find the perfect balance of dynamics. The absolute pinnacle of READY TO RACE, the KTM RC 8C is 100% race-ready, not only down to top shelf componentry, but also finer details like essential safety wire parts right out of the race workshop.”
“It is designed to protect all essential parts in the event of a fall over. Smart design means many parts are inboard, placing them out of harm’s way, while others make use of crash protection pads, such as the steering head, frame, forks, fuel tank, and swingarm.”
This example is VIN: VBKR89435NM818766. The seller purchased this bike from a previous Iconic auction.
The odometer shows 1,298 KM which is 806 miles. The seller states “I bought it to potentially race. But it sat in the garage and I raced my S1000RR instead.”
Maintenance:
After the seller bought it in early 2024, he had Iconic perform a service which included:
– brake fluid flush
– clutch fluid flush *Abhi’s error in misreading the invoice, he apologizes*
– replace clutch lever
– new front brake pads
– repair damage to front fairing from shipping done by previous owner (shown in the previous listing)
Later on, the seller changed the oil and installed Pirelli slicks. He also had the suspension serviced by AJ Amman at Paradigm Racing and went one spring rate up in the forks (the original fork springs are included in the sale).
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok, <150 mV
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok, <1.5% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok, <1.5% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Ok, dirty
Headlight High Beam: N/A, RACE BIKE
Headlight Low Beam: N/A
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: N/A
Tail Light: N/A
Brake Light (Front Switch): N/A
Brake Light (Rear Switch): N/A
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: N/A
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 60%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 49/22
Tire Date Code Rear: 29/22
Tire % Remaining Front: 70%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 70%
Tire Press. Front: 17 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 17 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 13.5V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.3V
Running Condition: Ok, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Tires Installed:
Front: 120/70-17
Rear: 190/60-17
Notes:
-RACE BIKE – No headlights, taillight, signals or horn
-Slick tires installed, replace to new ones
-Blue coolant in reservoir
-Chain is a little bit dirty
-Cosmetic Imperfections:
-Small crack on top of windshield
-Small scratch on LH foot peg, swingarm
RECOMMENDED REPARIS:
-Tires
-Chain service
Modifications:
Tech Spec tank grips.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Superbike tires with date codes of 2922 and 4622.
As a race bike there are no keys. The sale includes the original OEM springs, an extra seat, an extra heel guard, and owner’s manual.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this KTM is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any RC8C stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
