KTM Is Finally Bringing Back a Street Superbike With the 990 RC R
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This is not a drill, people!
OK, folks, deep breaths, because this is not a hopeless late April Fools prank. Nor is it some elaborate new episode of MTV’s Punk’d. You and I aren’t celebrities to begin with, so why would you even think that?
No, this motorcycle is real. This motorcycle is coming. And I legitimately couldn’t be more excited. People, KTM is building street-legal superbikes again and we have your first teaser images and info on the bike right here, right now, and it looks absolutely mental.
Let’s goooooo!
That said, KTM will also be launching a hardcore track-only model, too, called the 990 RC TRACK. The bike will be “Crafted by KTM in their Austrian factory, the modifications strip away the road-legal essentials, incorporate protective components, fine-tune adjustments, customize further, and revise racing bodywork, including a full exhaust system.” Why a track-only model? Because why not, that’s why.
KTM stated that while the full model won’t be unveiled immediately, the 990 RC R will be “unveiled in early 2024 in the form of a prototype, making appearances as a wildcard entry in non-point scoring outings across select European Supersport series.”
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Speaking of the new motorcycle, Riaan Neveling, Head of KTM Global Marketing stated, “The KTM 990 RC R is a groundbreaking innovation for those who live for the thrill of cornering. It’s for those who lean close to the road, almost brushing their knees, and then push the limits, dragging elbow to the tarmac on the racetrack. This bike offers power and prestige without the exorbitant price tag.” says Riaan Neveling, Head of KTM Global Marketing.
There’s still no word on that price, however, nor horsepower, torque, weight, or any other spec. That’ll all come likely closer to its 2025 launch date. But hot damn, does this look awesome. What do you all think, though? Are you as excited as I am about another KTM superbike for the road?
Honestly, I’m losing my mind just thinking of everywhere I want to take this hellion.