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All Bikes/Compare/Ktm Rc 390 vs Ktm Rc 200

Ktm Rc 390 vs Ktm Rc 200

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Ktm Rc 390 vs Ktm Rc 200. Ktm Rc 390: 43 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 172 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 179 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Ktm Rc 200: 25 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 167 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Ktm Rc 390 Ktm Rc 200
Horsepower (hp)
43 hp
25 hp
Torque (Nm)
37 Nm
19.2 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
179 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
172 kg
167 kg
Type
Supersport
Sport
Horsepower
43 hp @ 9,000 rpm
25 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
19.2 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
179 km/h
135 km/h
Weight
172 kg (wet/curb weight)
167 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Ktm Rc 390
Ktm Rc 390
7.8/10

"Buy it right and the RC 390 punches embarrassingly hard above its weight."

Pros
+Genuinely fast for displacement
+Premium suspension and brakes
+Razor-sharp handling dynamics
Cons
Brutal heat management issues
Abuse potential from owners
Hard seat, cramped ergonomics
Ktm Rc 200
Ktm Rc 200
7.5/10

"A thrilling learner sportbike that demands thorough pre-purchase inspection."

Pros
+Brilliant chassis dynamics
+WP suspension surprisingly capable
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
Expensive KTM spare parts
Comfort disappears quickly
Often abused by beginners

Top 10 Accessories

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R&G Racing Frame Sliders KTM RC 390 2014-2021
R&G · Frame Sliders
R&G Racing Frame Sliders KTM RC 390 2014-2021
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Evotech Performance Tail Tidy KTM RC 390
Evotech · Tail Tidy
Evotech Performance Tail Tidy KTM RC 390
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PUIG Racing Screen KTM RC 390 Z-Racing
PUIG · Windscreen
PUIG Racing Screen KTM RC 390 Z-Racing
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Akrapovic Racing Line Slip-On Exhaust KTM RC 390
Akrapovič · Exhaust Slip-on
Akrapovic Racing Line Slip-On Exhaust KTM RC 390
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Rizoma FR215B Adjustable Folding Lever Set
Rizoma · Brake Levers
Rizoma FR215B Adjustable Folding Lever Set
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Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
Helmet
Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
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Riding Gloves
Gloves
Riding Gloves
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Mesh Riding Jacket
Jacket
Mesh Riding Jacket
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Riding Boots
Boots
Riding Boots
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Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit
Chain Lube
Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit
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