Much like we’ve recently seen with Kramer and the MotoAmerica Talent Cup, KTM was asked by Dorna in 2019 to create a spec racer for a European series as a feeder into the Red Bull Rookies Cup as part of what they called the “Road to MotoGP” – KTM’s answer was the RC4R with “the goal of offering a cost-effective racing series motorcycle, that attracts young people who aspires to race at a professional level.”
Per KTM’s Motorsports Director, Pit Beirer: “First of all we are very proud that we have been selected by Dorna Sports and ADAC as a partner for the new Northern Talent Cup on the Road to MotoGP™. It’s a great pleasure to work with young, talented riders and KTM is successfully doing this in other racing disciplines. We share the opinion that an easy entry-level bike was missing in the past, and we are happy to provide the appropriate machine for young riders with the ambition to reach the Moto3 category. This is especially true in relation to handling, service and cost efficiency. It was important to offer an optimal price-service ratio. We are looking forward to the launch of the Northern Talent Cup with exciting riders and race action. I am sure this concept will find and produce new northern and central European talent in road racing.”
It was originally requested for the Northern Talent Cup but that organization ended up going with the Honda NSF250R, so the RC4R became the bike of choice for the Austrian Junior Cup instead.
The RC4R featured a 250cc four-stroke single (from the SX-F motocrosser) producing 46 horsepower, a healthy number considering the bike weighed just 202 pounds. It was paired with a 5-speed close-ratio transmission built by Pankl, Cordona quickshifter, Brembo hydraulic clutch master, WP suspension, J.Juan brakes, as well as the same Koso dash and OZ Racing wheels used on Red Bull Rookies Cup bikes. KTM also noted that the bike “includes an electric starter to aid competing with minimal crew, making it more accessible and cost-effective for teams.”
This example is VIN: VBKR4K433PM115883.
There is no odometer, true mileage is unknown. The hour meter shows 0.0 and the bike is still in the crate, it has not been ridden.
The seller is the original owner, he purchased it directly from a KTM dealership but is letting it go as he does not use it.
Maintenance:
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: Good
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: Good, <150 mV Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Fail, >3% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Fail, >3% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Good, <3% Moisture
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: N/A
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: 100%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 100%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 09/21
Tire Date Code Rear: 24/21
Tire % Remaining Front: 100%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 100%
Tire Press. Front: 8 Lbs
Tire Press. Rear: 10 Lbs
Battery Standing Voltage: No connected
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: Unknown
Running Condition: Still in box, not tested
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
***BIKE IS STILL IN-CRATE***
Modifications:
This bike is completely stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop slicks with date codes of 0921 and 2421.
The sale includes the factory crate and rear stand.
Spare sprockets of different sizes, unused seat foam, and rear side axle stand.
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 RC4R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
