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Hero MotoCorp’s partner, Erik Buell Racing reveals 2014 1190 RX superbike (LIVE images and Video)

Unveiled at the American International Motorcycle Expo, 1190 RX is a direct descended of their racing bike 1190 RS. It features a 1190 cc engine that delivers 185 hp @10,600 rpm and 137.8 Nm at 8200 rpm. The superbike is retailed at $18,995 in the US and sales are expected to start later this year, at about 50 of their dealerships.

The new 1190 RX does a 0-97 kmph in just 2.8 seconds, and has a top speed of 299 kmph. It features 17″ Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa 120/70 ZR tires at the front and 190/55 ZR at the rear. It will be offered in a choince of three body colors, Galactic Black, Racing Red, and Strike Yellow. For more information, scroll through the specs sheet below before you treat yourself with it’s images and unveiling video.

 1190RX Specifications

Engine

 

TypeET-V2: 72° V-Twin, Liquid Cooled, Four-stroke
Bore x Stroke4.17 in. x 2.66in. (106 x 67.5 mm)
Displacement72.6 cu in. (1190cc)
Compression Ratio13.4 : 1
Fuel DeliveryElectronic Fuel injection with 2 port injectors and 2 showerhead injectors
ExhaustPrimary + Secondary
Peak Torque101.6 ft-lbs. @ 8200 rpm (137.8 Nm @ 8200 rpm)
Peak Horsepower185 hp @ 10,600 rpm

Drivetrain

 

Primary DriveGear Drive 36/65
Final Drive520 Z-ring chain, 16/41
ClutchHydraulic actuation, vacuum operated slipper
Transmission Ratios:
1st2.46
2nd1.75
3rd1.38
4th1.17
5th1.04
6th0.96

Dimensions

 

Overall Length80.3in. (2040mm.)
Overall Width29.0in. (737mm)
Overall Height43.7in. (1110mm)
Seat Height32.5in. (826mm)
Ground Clearance4.7in. (120mm)
Rake22.4°
Trail3.80in. (96.5mm)
Lean Angle55°
Front TirePirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa 120/70 ZR-17
Rear TirePirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa 190/55 ZR-17
Fuel Capacity4.5 gal (17.lL)
Weight (Wet, no fuel)419lbs. (190kg)
Load Capacity375lbs. (170kg)

Chassis

 

FrameAluminum frame with integral fuel reservoir
SwingarmOptimized stiffness aluminum
Front SuspensionShowa, inverted big piston front forks
Rear SuspensionShowa, single shock without linkage
Front Wheel17 x 3.5 Aluminum
Rear Wheel17 x 6.0 Aluminum
Front Brake386mm (15.19in.) Single perimeter rotor, 8 piston inside-out caliper
Rear Brake220mm (8.66in.) Disc, 2-piston Hayes Performance Brakes Caliper

2014 EBR 1190RX

 

MSRP$18,995
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