Honda Rc51 Sp1 vs Ktm Rc 8
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Rc51 Sp1 vs Ktm Rc 8. Honda Rc51 Sp1: 136 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 201 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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
Honda Rc51 Sp1
Ktm Rc 8
Horsepower (hp)
136 hp
155 hp
Torque (Nm)
102 Nm
117 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
201 kg
189 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
136 hp @ 10,000 rpm
155 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8R variant)
Torque
102 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
117 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
201 kg (wet/curb weight)
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L, typical real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Rc51 Sp1
8.0/10
"A flawed masterpiece that rewards patient, experienced owners who research thoroughly."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin soundtrack
+Honda reliability versus competitors
+Appreciating collector value
Cons
−Expensive valve service intervals
−SP1 fueling rough below 4000rpm
−Frame crack history on track bikes
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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