Erik Buell Racing, an independent motorcycle manufacturer established by Erik Buell, has just released more info about their flagship motorcycle called the 1190RS. With a lightweight 1190cc V-twin at the heart, the 1190RS weighs just 176 kg without fuel and we’re guessing around 193 kg with fuel. To put that into perspective, the more powerful BMW S1000RR weighs approximately 207 kg. Buell Motorcycle Company, which was owned by Harley-Davidson, ceased production in 2009. Known for their innovative ideas like the chassis doubling up as the fuel tank and brake assembly attached to the rims to reduce front end weight, Erik Buell Racing is carrying that tradition forward with the 1190RS. All of this in their attempt to make the best sports motorcycle.
This race-prepped motorcycle costs around $40,000(Rs.18,40,000) with $4000 for the optional Carbon package. Not the lightest hit on your bank account. But with only 100 going into production it is definitely on its way to become a collector’s motorcycle.
Specifications
Engine
Type
Liquid cooled V twin
Bore X Stroke
4.17 x 2.66 (106 x 67.5 mm)
Displacement
72.6 cu 1190 CC
Compression Ratio
13.6 :1
Fuel Delivery
Dual 61mm throttle bodies
Exhaust
Primary + Secondary
Peak Torque
97 ft-lbs @ 9400 rpm
Peak Horsepower
175 hp @ 9750 rpm
Drivetrain
Primary Drive
Gear, 36/65
Final Drive
520 Chain, 16/41
Clutch
Wet multi-plate, slipper
Transmission Ratios:
1st
2.46
2nd
1.75
3rd
1.38
4th
1.17
5th
1.04
6th
0.96
Dimensions
Seat Height
30.5″ (775 mm)
Rake
22
Trail
3.4″ (86 mm)
Lean Angle
55
Front Tire
120/70R- 17
Rear Tire
190/55R-17
Fuel Capacity
4.5 gal (17.1 L)
Wet Weight (No Fuel)
389 lbs (176 kg)
Chassis
Frame
Aluminum frame with integral fuel reservoir
Swingarm
Optimized stiffness aluminum
Front Suspension
43 mm Öhlins inverted fork, adjustable compression damping, rebound damping adjustable spring preload
Rear Suspension
Öhlins fully adjustable TTX coil over monoshock with remote reservoir
Front Wheel
3.5″ x 17″ magnesium
Rear Wheel
6.0″ x 17″ magnesium
Front Brake
ISO finned rotor, 8 piston caliper with cooling duct
2012 1190RS
Colors
Abraxas Inferno, Boreas Frost, Burnt Armor or Pitch Black
MSRP
$39,999
Carbon Package
Add $4,000