KTM 1190 RC8 R — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,195cc Liquid-Cooled 75-deg V-Twin DOHC 8-Valve Dry-Sump · Source: KTM 1190 RC8 R (2009–2015) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the KTM 1190 RC8 R (2009–2015) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2009–2015 KTM 1190 RC8 R (chassis VBKVR940/LC8-1195R) requires 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) of SAE 10W-50 (JASO MA2, Motorex Power Synt 4T 10W-50 Full Synthetic) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.6 L (3.80 US qt) with filter service (60038015000 / HF650). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17) and 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI rear (190/55 ZR17), paired with 2× NGK LMAR9AI-10 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S / YTZ14S battery.
Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt)
R 250 kPa (2.50 bar)
Est. Range: ~256 km (159 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-50 · JASO MA2 · Motorex Power Synt 4T 10W-50 Full Synthetic |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.6 L (3.80 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 60038015000 / HF650 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft / 2.04 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 · Rear: 190/55 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR9AI-10 × 2 (Gap: 1.0 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S / YTZ14S (12V 8.6–11.2Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1195 cc · 175 hp @ 10,250 rpm · 127 N·m (93.7 lb-ft) @ 8,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 805 mm (31.7 in) · 199 kg (439 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 16.5 L (4.4 US gal) · ~15.5 km/L → ~256 km (159 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 15,000 km / 15,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 15,000 km / 30,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 30,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Sharp-edged Kiska-designed V-twin superbike icon; 2011+ twin-spark revision smoothed fueling, bumped output to 175 hp, and added a PASC slipper clutch.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
KTM/Husqvarna LC8c parallel-twin (790/890/990, Norden 901) and LC8 V-twin (1190/1290/1390) semi-dry-sump family requiring SAE 10W-50 JASO MA2 and mesh screen service.