KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015 vs. BMW S 1000 RR 2021

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2021

BMW S 1000 RR 2021

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Overview - KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015 vs BMW S 1000 RR 2021

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

BMW S 1000 RR 2021

BMW S 1000 RR 2021

Technical Specifications KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015 compared to BMW S 1000 RR 2021

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015
BMW S 1000 RR 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke69 mmStroke49.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power175 HPEngine power207 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque127 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,195 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,425 mmWheelbase1,441 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height824 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

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.

BMW S 1000 RR 2021

BMW S 1000 RR 2021

A real "all-rounder" superbike. The BMW knows how to play to its strengths both on the race track and on the country road. Thanks to variable camshaft control, the powerful engine is already convincing at the bottom end and accelerates harmoniously across the entire rev range, with plenty of power in every range. For the hobby pilot, the chassis certainly functions excellently in every situation, provides transparent feedback and offers many adjustment options. The seating position is sporty yet relatively comfortable. The electronics work very harmoniously without patronising the rider - TOP!

Very linear power delivery, which makes it particularly controllable. Wide rev range and pleasant control

thanks to ShiftCam, there is also plenty of pressure in the lower rev range

excellent DDC - precision and TOP performance

super electronics package

harmonious overall package both on the road and on the racetrack

In part, the bike seems almost a bit "characterless" compared to the Aprilia and Honda

In direct comparison, the bike lags a bit behind on the spec sheet

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1190 RC8 R vs BMW S 1000 RR

Price KTM 1190 RC8 R

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