KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013 vs. BMW R 1200 RT 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

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Overview - KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013 vs BMW R 1200 RT 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Technical Specifications KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013 compared to BMW R 1200 RT 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013
BMW R 1200 RT 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke69 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power175 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque127 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,195 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,425 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight184 kgKerb Weight259 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity27 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

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.

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

BMW R 1200 RT 2009

The S-class among motorbikes. You want to tour and travel in a relaxed manner, ideally with company, sufficient luggage stowed in the sophisticated, easy-to-use pannier systems. There are not many motorbikes on which women like to ride in the back, but the RT is one of them.

Luxurious

integrated electronics

efficient windshield

comfortable ride

spacious pannier system

quite heavy at 300kg

proud price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1190 RC8 R vs BMW R 1200 RT

Price KTM 1190 RC8 R

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