KTM RC16
The RC16 is a grand prix racing motorcycle which was developed to race in the MotoGP series by KTM, starting from the 2017 season.
![]() KTM RC16 ridden by Mika Kallio at the 2017 Tokyo Motorcycle Show | |
Manufacturer | KTM |
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Production | 2016 - |
Predecessor | none |
Successor | - |
Class | Prototype |
Engine | 1,000 cc (61 cu in) four-stroke V4 |
Transmission | 6-speed Seamless transmission |
Wheelbase | 1,400mm |
Weight | 157 kg (wet) |
Fuel capacity | 22 L |
History
The RC16 made its debut as a wildcard entry at the 2016 Valencian Community motorcycle Grand Prix with test rider Mika Kallio.[1] For KTM's return to MotoGP in 2017, their new factory team signed 2009 125cc runner-up, Bradley Smith and the 2013 Moto2 Champion, Pol Espargaró from Monster Yamaha Tech3.[2] Their team principals are Pit Beirer and Aki Ajo who is also Red Bull KTM Ajo's team principal.
On November 18, 2018, the RC16 achieved its first ever podium finish, having finished in 3rd place in the 2018 Valencian Community motorcycle Grand Prix with Pol Espargaró, after starting the race from 6th on the grid.[3] Starting from 2019, the French private team Tech3 became KTM's first satellite team.[4]
In the 2020 season, Brad Binder achieved KTM's first win as a constructor in the premier MotoGP class at the Czech Grand Prix.[5]
Designation
The motorcycle's name derives from KTM's long-standing usage of the "RC" designation (short for "Road/Competition") for its sportbikes, beginning with the RC8, RC 390, and RC 125 production models and also applied since 2012 to the RC250GP Moto3 machine. KTM has not officially confirmed the reasoning for the "16" designation, but it is suspected to be related to the number of valves in the engine (4 valves per cylinder x 4 cylinders), similar to the designation of the V-twin RC8.
Specifications
Dimensions and weights | |
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Wheelbase | 1400 mm |
Height | 1000 mm |
Wet weight | 157 kg (min.) |
Tank capacity | 22 L |
Mechanics | |
Engine type | four-stroke V4 |
Displacement (bore, stroke) | 1000 cm³ (Ø81mm, 48.5mm - suspected based on MotoGP bore limits) |
Cooling system | liquid |
Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, pneumatic springs, gear drive |
Fuel induction | digital electronic indirect multi-point port injection |
Ignition | variable advance CDI |
ECU | Magneti Marelli (series spec ECU) |
Power | >250 bhp (186 kW) @ 19000 rpm |
Maximum engine speed | 19000 rpm |
Transmission | 6-speed seamless shift manual, final chain drive |
Starter | push start |
Exhaust system | Akrapovič titanium twin 2-into-1 system (one per cylinder bank) |
Electronic strategies | drive by wire, engine braking, traction control, wheelie control, quick shift+ |
Lubrication | Motorex |
Chassis | |
Frame | Tubular steel trellis, adjustable rake angle and swingarm pivot |
Swingarm | Pivoted, aluminium-construction |
Bodywork | Carbon fibre (Wethje Carbon Composites) |
Fork | WP Suspension USD |
Rear suspension | WP Suspension monoshock |
Brakes, front | 2x carbon or steel discs, Brembo four-piston radial calipers |
Brakes, rear | steel disc, Brembo twin-piston radial caliper |
Wheel, front | Marchesini 17"/4.00" forged magnesium rim, Michelin tire |
Wheel, rear | Marchesini 17"/6.25" forged magnesium rim, Michelin tire |
Complete MotoGP results
Legend
Year | Team | Tyres | Riders | Races | Rider's standings | Team standings | Manufacturers' standings | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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No. | Name | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | Pts | Pos | Pts | Pos | Pts | Pos | |||
2016 | QAT | ARG | AME | ESP | FRA | ITA | CAT | NED | GER | AUT | CZE | GBR | RSM | ARA | JPN | AUS | MAL | VAL | |||||||||||
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M | 36 | ![]() |
Ret | 0 | NC | 0 | NC | 0 | NC | |||||||||||||||||||
2017 | QAT | ARG | AME | SPA | FRA | ITA | CAT | NED | GER | CZE | AUT | GBR | RSM | ARA | JPN | AUS | MAL | VAL | |||||||||||
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M | 36 | ![]() |
16 | 10 | 11 | Ret | 11 | 24th | 85 | 69 | 5th | |||||||||||||||||
38 | ![]() |
17 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 20 | DNS | Ret | 14 | Ret | 18 | 17 | 10 | 19 | 17 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 29 | 21st | ||||||||
44 | ![]() |
16 | 14 | Ret | Ret | 12 | Ret | 18 | 11 | 13 | 9 | Ret | 11 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 10 | Ret | 55 | 17th | ||||||||
2018 | QAT | ARG | AME | SPA | FRA | ITA | CAT | NED | GER | CZE | AUT | GBR | RSM | ARA | THA | JPN | AUS | MAL | VAL | ||||||||||
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M | 36 | ![]() |
10 | Ret | DNS | 6 | 25th | 95 | 72 | 5th | ||||||||||||||||||
38 | ![]() |
18 | Ret | 16 | 13 | 14 | 14 | Ret | 17 | 10 | Ret | 14 | C | 16 | 13 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 8 | 38 | 18th | |||||||
44 | ![]() |
Ret | 11 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | Ret | DNS | Ret | DNS | 21 | 12 | Ret | Ret | 3 | 51 | 14th | |||||||||
76 | ![]() |
C | 0 | NC | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
2019 | QAT | ARG | AME | SPA | FRA | ITA | CAT | NED | GER | CZE | AUT | GBR | RSM | ARA | THA | JPN | AUS | MAL | VAL | ||||||||||
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M | 5 | ![]() |
15 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 17 | 10 | Ret | Ret | 14 | 12 | Ret | 11 | 27 (30) | 18th | 133 | 111 | 5th | ||||||||
44 | ![]() |
12 | 10 | 8 | 13 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 12 | 11 | Ret | 9 | 7 | DNS | 13 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 100 | 11th | |||||||
82 | ![]() |
17 | Ret | 14 | Ret | 15 | 12 | 7 | 26th | ||||||||||||||||||||
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27 | ![]() |
Ret | 0 | NC | 44 | 10th | ||||||||||||||||||||||
55 | ![]() |
20 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 14 | Ret | Ret | 15 | 16 | Ret | Ret | 13 | 15 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 9 | 23rd | |||||||
88 | ![]() |
17 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 15 | 16 | 12 | 13 | 18 | 13 | 8 | Ret | 16 | 13 | 16 | 12 | DNS | DNS | 33 | 17th | ||||||||
2020 | SPA | ANC | CZE | AUT | STY | RSM | EMI | CAT | FRA | ARA | TER | EUR | VAL | POR | |||||||||||||||
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M | 33 | ![]() |
13 | Ret | 1 | 28* | 5th | 47* | 3rd* | 44* | 2nd* | |||||||||||||||||
44 | ![]() |
6 | 7 | Ret | 19* | 11th* | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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27 | ![]() |
Ret | Ret | Ret | 0* | NC* | 18* | 9th* | ||||||||||||||||||||
88 | ![]() |
8 | Ret | 6 | 18* | 12th* |
References
- "Mika Kallio says KTM will make early MotoGP debut in Valencia finale". Autosport.com. 2016-06-19. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- "Pol Espargaro to join KTM's MotoGP™ efforts". www.motogp.com. Dorna Sports. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- Khorounzhiy, Valentin (2018-11-18). "Pol Espargaro's maiden MotoGP podium at Valencia 'unreal'". Autosport.com. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- Khorounzhiy, Valentin (2018-03-05). "Tech3 to switch to KTM for 2019 MotoGP season after Yamaha split". Autosport.com. Retrieved 2020-03-22.
- Duncan, Lewis (2020-08-09). "Czech Republic MotoGP: Binder stuns for KTM to take maiden win at Brno". Autosport.com. Retrieved 2020-08-17.