Bmw Hp2 Sport vs Ktm Rc 8
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw Hp2 Sport vs Ktm Rc 8. Bmw Hp2 Sport: 133 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 204 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Ktm Rc 8: 155 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8R variant) hp, 189 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw Hp2 Sport
Ktm Rc 8
Horsepower (hp)
133 hp
155 hp
Torque (Nm)
115 Nm
117 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
240 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
204 kg
189 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
133 hp @ 8,750 rpm
155 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8R variant)
Torque
115 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
117 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
240 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Bmw Hp2 Sport
8.5/10
"An uncompromising, special machine for riders who know what they want."
Pros
+Intoxicating boxer twin character
+World-class Öhlins suspension
+Exceptional chassis balance
Cons
−Parts availability increasingly difficult
−Carbon bodywork ruinously expensive
−Dry clutch needs regular attention
Ktm Rc 8
7.8/10
"A raw, rewarding track tool that demands respect and maintenance money."
Pros
+Savage V-twin mid-range punch
+Exceptional chassis feedback and balance
+Aggressive styling still turns heads
Cons
−Expensive, frequent service intervals
−Patchy KTM dealer network
−Uncomfortable for daily commuting
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