The 2026 KTM 990 RC R TRACK is KTM’s highly anticipated track-only supersport motorcycle, built for riders who want pure circuit performance without the compromises of street homologation. With street equipment removed, race-focused ergonomics, upgraded power, aerodynamic bodywork, and advanced electronics, the KTM 990 RC R TRACK is engineered to deliver sharper laps, better feedback, and maximum confidence on the racetrack.

If you’ve been looking for a KTM track bike that blends approachable setup with serious race-derived hardware, the 2026 KTM 990 RC R TRACK stands out as one of the most exciting new machines in the supersport segment.

The KTM 990 RC R TRACK is a dedicated non-street-legal supersport motorcycle based on the new KTM 990 RC R platform. It removes road-going components like lights, mirrors, and side-stand hardware and replaces them with a cleaner, lighter, more race-ready package. The result is a purpose-built circuit machine designed for track days, rider development, club-level competition, and pure on-track fun.

KTM also focused on rider usability, making the bike low-maintenance, easy to service, and ready for personal race graphics thanks to its injected plastic fairing design.

The defining feature of the 2026 KTM 990 RC R TRACK is its uncompromising track mission. KTM stripped away unnecessary street hardware and focused every major component around circuit riding. That means fewer distractions, a lower overall weight, and a bike that feels more direct in braking zones, corner entry, and acceleration off the apex.

The bodywork takes inspiration from the KTM RC16 MotoGP machine, with sculpted aerodynamic wings and edges designed to improve downforce, stability, and cornering confidence. KTM also fitted a taller windscreen to help riders stay tucked in on straights and reduce wind fatigue at speed.

Powering the KTM 990 RC R TRACK is a 947 cc liquid-cooled DOHC parallel-twin engine. KTM says the track model benefits from increased horsepower and torque, along with higher RPM potential, helping riders maximize acceleration and straight-line speed on the circuit.

A major contributor to that race-focused character is the stainless steel Akrapovič Evolution Line exhaust system, which sharpens response while helping keep the package lightweight. KTM also pairs the engine with a dedicated track gearbox featuring a longer first gear and shorter sixth gear for stronger performance where riders use it most.

The 2026 KTM 990 RC R TRACK is equipped with a compact electronics package and a 6D IMU that unlocks advanced rider aids tailored for track use. Riders can select from three customizable TRACK modes and fine-tune the bike to suit tire conditions, riding style, and circuit layout.

Available electronic features include:

• Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) with slip adjustment
• Three throttle response settings
• Six-level anti-wheelie control
• Launch control
• Engine braking control
• Quickshifter+
• Pit limiter
• Lap information display through the 4.2-inch TFT

For riders serious about improving lap consistency, this level of control is one of the biggest strengths of the new KTM 990 RC R TRACK.

The frame, subframe, swingarm, and core geometry are shared with the new KTM 990 RC R, giving the TRACK model a modern supersport foundation. KTM then refined the rider triangle for more aggressive use on the racetrack.

The adjustable GILLES footpegs are positioned higher for added lean angle, while the machined black aluminum clip-ons are mounted lower and angled downward to improve front-end feel and rider weight distribution. KTM also fitted an adjustable steering damper to help maintain stability under hard acceleration and fast direction changes.

The reworked seat height and tank shape create multiple contact points, making it easier for the rider to move around the bike under braking and through transitions.

Suspension duties are handled by fully adjustable WP APEX components front and rear, including 48 mm upside-down forks with 30 clicks of tuning and track-specific settings developed through testing on major circuits.

Braking performance is equally serious. The front end uses Brembo HyPure calipers clamping 320 mm floating discs, delivering stronger feel, consistent lever response, and improved modulation. KTM also removes the ABS modulator on the TRACK version for a more direct, race-oriented braking setup.

To complete the package, the bike rolls on Michelin Power Slick competition tires, giving riders the grip needed to fully exploit the chassis and electronics package on closed-course pavement.