KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013 vs. Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Technical Specifications KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013 compared to Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	69 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	175 HP	Engine power	138 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,600 rpm
Torque	Torque	127 Nm	Torque	110 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.5	Compression Ratio	11.8
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,195 ccm	Displacement	1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,425 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	822 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	184 kg	Kerb Weight	231 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

The RC8 from KTM has matured into a good motorbike. Unfortunately, the maturing process has taken a little too long. The engine characteristics are good, the chassis as well and the bike is great to ride both on the country road and on the race track.

Well-tuned suspension elements

fairly agile

acceptable brakes

positive cornering.

Performance could be higher

primarily designed for country roads.

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

The engine is still a blast, and can be revved at low revs as well as pedalled in a sporty manner. The four additional horsepower, however, primarily appear in the glossy brochure.

excellent engine

traction control

fully adjustable suspension elements

missing gear indicator

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1190 RC8 R vs Kawasaki Z1000SX

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