Yamaha R1 2009 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

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Overview - Yamaha R1 2009 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2009 compared to KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

Yamaha R1 2009
KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke52.2 mmStroke69 mm
Engine powerEngine power182 HPEngine power175 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque115.5 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio13.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,195 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,425 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity16.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.

Sophisticated sound

good feeling for power delivery

easy handling

hydraulic spring preload

high level of workmanship.

Suboptimal seating position

somewhat difficult cornering over long distances.

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2014

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 Yamaha R1 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R

Price Yamaha R1

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