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KTM RC390 Cup Revealed, Production Version Next
As expected, KTM has pulled the wraps off a fully faired small displacement sports bike - KTM RC390 Cup. The new bike is currently only race homologated, meant to participate in the 2014 ADAC Junior Cup Powered by KTM. However, a production version of the same has also been officially confirmed, set for 2014 launch.
KTM RC390 Cup was unveiled during the MotoGP event at Germany's Sachsenring circuit. The fully faired machine is powered by a 373cc single-cylinder engine, which has most likely come from the KTM 390 Duke naked bike.
The bike's 373cc engine has been rated at 37.5 HP, which is less than the 44HP offered by the 390 Duke. However, at just 130 kg the RC390 cup is quite a bit lighter. Other features include tubular steel trellis frame, WP suspension, radial-mount brakes, cast aluminium wheels etc. Complete list of tech specs of the KTM RC390 Cup can be found below. Note that several of these specs, such as the aluminium wheels will not be retained in the production version.
Engine type: Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement: 373.2 cc
Power: Cup version approx 38 hp
Fuel System: Bosch EFI (throttle valve 46 mm)
Control: 4 V / DOHC
Engine Lubrication: Wet sump system
Cooling system: liquid
Clutch: mechanical multi-disc clutch in oil bath
Engine management: Bosch EMS
Frame: Steel tube frame, powder coated
Front suspension: WP-USD Ã 43 mm
Rear suspension: WP-Monoshock
Brake system front: Four-piston brake caliper, radially symmetric sealed-off rim brake, brake disc à 300 mm
Rear brake: Single-piston brake caliper, floating caliper brake, brake disc à 230 mm
Wheels front / rear: Cast aluminum wheels 3.00 x 17 â, 4.00 x 17â³
Front / rear tires: 110/70 ZR 17, 150/60 ZR 17
Silencers: Akrapovic titanium silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Steering head angle: 66.5 °
Wheelbase: 1340 + / -15 mm
Seat Height: 850 mm (33.5 inches)
Fuel tank capacity: about 9.5 liters (2.5 gallons)
Weight: about 130 kg (286 lb.)
"We developed a pure GP racing machine for the Moto3 World Championship. In contrast, the RC 390 Cup is based on a series model project," says KTM CEO Stefan Pierer. "Both of these two projects were given the highest priority because the development of lower displacement, high quality street bikes are among our core activities. The new KTM RC 390, which will be available for sale in 2014 will meet a big demand for affordable, quality sport bikes for the lower displacement class,"said Stefan Pierer, chief executive officer of KTM.
"Since 1993, ADAC has achieved a great deal with excellent work with up-and-coming riders in the Junior Cup," added Pierer. "The promotion and support of young talent is also a very important aspect for KTM. We are happy to put a lot of energy into this because we actively engage in the promotion of young riders both in off-road sports and on asphalt.
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