Yamaha R1 2009 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012
Visão geral - Yamaha R1 2009 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012
The Yamaha R1 model year 2009 and the KTM 1190 RC8 R model year 2012 are both supersport motorcycles that offer high performance and agility.
In terms of engine and power, the Yamaha R1 has a bore of 78 mm, stroke of 52.2 mm, and produces a maximum power of 182 HP. It has a torque of 115.5 Nm and a compression ratio of 12.7. The Yamaha R1 has a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 998 ccm. On the other hand, the KTM 1190 RC8 R has a larger bore of 105 mm, stroke of 69 mm, and produces a maximum power of 175 HP. It has a torque of 127 Nm and a higher compression ratio of 13.5. The KTM 1190 RC8 R has a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1195 ccm.

Yamaha R1 2009
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature telescopic forks at the front. However, the KTM 1190 RC8 R has an upside-down telescopic fork, which provides better stability and control during aggressive riding.
When it comes to the chassis, the Yamaha R1 has an aluminum frame with a Deltabox design, which offers excellent rigidity and handling. On the other hand, the KTM 1190 RC8 R has a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design, which provides a good balance between strength and weight.
In terms of dimensions and weight, the Yamaha R1 has a front tire diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1415 mm, and a seat height of 835 mm. It has a dry weight of 206 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 18 liters. On the other hand, the KTM 1190 RC8 R has the same tire diameters, but a slightly longer wheelbase of 1425 mm and a lower seat height of 805 mm. It has a lower dry weight of 184 kg and a slightly smaller fuel tank capacity of 16.5 liters.

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012
In terms of strengths, the Yamaha R1 2009 offers a sophisticated sound, a good sense of power, easy handling, hydraulic preload adjustment, and a high level of finishing. On the other hand, the KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012 has well-tuned suspension elements, is highly agile, has acceptable brakes, and performs well in curves.
In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha R1 2009 has a suboptimal seating position and can be challenging for long distances in curves. On the other hand, the KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012 could have better performance and is primarily designed for rural roads.
Especificações técnicas Yamaha R1 2009 em comparação com KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012
Prós e contras em comparação
Prós e contras em comparação
Yamaha R1 2009

Naturalmente, o novo motor da R1 também passou em todos os exigentes testes de stress da Yamaha e vem com as mesmas garantias que as outras motos Yamaha. Porque até agora, eram precisamente as questões de durabilidade e fiabilidade que impediam a produção em série de um motor deste tipo.
KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

A RC8 da KTM amadureceu e tornou-se numa boa mota. Infelizmente, o processo de maturação demorou demasiado tempo. As características do motor são boas, o chassis também e a moto é óptima para conduzir tanto na estrada rural como na pista de corrida.
Comparação de preços Preço médio de mercado Yamaha R1 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha R1 2009 and a KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha R1 with 45 days compared to 114 days for a KTM 1190 RC8 R. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 80 reviews for the Yamaha R1 and 19 reviews for the KTM 1190 RC8 R since model year 2009. The first review for the Yamaha R1 was published on 28/04/2003 and now has more than 3 900 views. This compares to more than 8 000 views for the first review on KTM 1190 RC8 R published on 10/11/2008.