KTM 1190 RC8 2008 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

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Overview - KTM 1190 RC8 2008 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

Technical Specifications KTM 1190 RC8 2008 compared to KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

KTM 1190 RC8 2008
KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power155 HPEngine power175 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,148 ccmDisplacement1,195 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,425 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 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 2008

The KTM RC8 offers great ergonomics and a high-quality suspension. It is also great fun on country roads and is a real charisma bomb.

Amazingly comfortable ride

stable chassis

charismatic engine

high-quality components

Very rough engine tuning compared to modern bikes

strong engine brake

squeaky brakes

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.

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

Price KTM 1190 RC8

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Price KTM 1190 RC8 R

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