Triumph Daytona 675 2008 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

Triumph Daytona 675 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

Technical Specifications Triumph Daytona 675 2008 compared to KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

Triumph Daytona 675 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

Triumph Daytona 675 2008

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine power	Engine power	123 HP	Engine power	175 HP
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	675 ccm	Displacement	1,195 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,392 mm	Wheelbase	1,425 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.4 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Daytona 675 2008

The Daytona has always been a good bike. The changes to the chassis are nice and, together with the new tyres, make the Daytona more manageable and faster. But the real plus point is the increased performance in the upper rev range.

Improved finish

more power

sophisticated looks

increased revs

tighter chassis.

Engine tuning can be improved.

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 Triumph Daytona 675 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R

Price Triumph Daytona 675

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