KTM RC 390 2015 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

KTM RC 390 2015

KTM RC 390 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

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Technical Specifications KTM RC 390 2015 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

KTM RC 390 2015
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore89 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power44 HPEngine power101 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque35 NmTorque101 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement373.2 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,340 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)147 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)232 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity10 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM RC 390 2015

KTM RC 390 2015

If you can afford to pay around 8,500 euros (Germany) or just under 9,000 euros (Austria) for the RC390 R and then have around 11,000 flakes left over for the SSP 300 kit, you will get world championship-ready racing goods. "Ready to Race", the name says it all, really. In this case, "Ready to win the World Championship" would almost be more accurate, because the parts kit is actually so complete and complies with the FIM regulations. KTM is doing everything it can to accommodate all those who are considering a serious entry into the racing world, especially of course all the young hopefuls out there. KTM Customer Racing, I pull my helmet! Bravo!

Never before has it been easier to get hold of a World Championship-ready racing machine.

The realisation that I will probably not become a gifted ring rider.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2018

What the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 was already very good at before, the new V-Strom 1000 is also very good at: a well-balanced motorbike that does not shy away from a sporty riding style with good long-distance capability. Added to this are modern features such as ABS and Combined Brake System, which make riding even safer and faster. Suzuki takes criticism seriously, the windshield has been enlarged and, in line with the trend, the V-Strom 1000 is now also available in a slightly more off-road XT version with wire-spoke wheels, which not only increase stability but also the cool look - especially with the yellow paint. Besides all these advantages, the low price remains the absolute killer argument for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000.

Powerful engine

good brakes with ABS

Combined Brake System

traction control

stable and at the same time comfortable chassis

good wind protection

high suitability for touring

complete instruments including gear indicator

12 volt socket in the cockpit area

hand protectors and engine guard as standard

favourable price.

Noticeable set-up torque when braking in curves

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM RC 390 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000

Price KTM RC 390

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