Ktm Rc 8 vs Aprilia Rsv4
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Rc 8 vs Aprilia Rsv4. 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. Aprilia Rsv4: 217 hp @ 13,000 rpm (2021+ RSV4 1100 Factory; base RSV4 approx. 201 hp) hp, 202 kg (wet/curb weight — 2021 RSV4 1100 Factory) weight, top speed 299 km/h, Motoryk rating 9.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Rc 8
Aprilia Rsv4
Horsepower (hp)
155 hp
217 hp
Torque (Nm)
117 Nm
125 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
299 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
189 kg
202 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
155 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8R variant)
217 hp @ 13,000 rpm (2021+ RSV4 1100 Factory; base RSV4 approx. 201 hp)
Torque
117 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
125 Nm @ 10,500 rpm (2021+ RSV4 1100 Factory)
Top Speed
270 km/h
299 km/h
Weight
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
202 kg (wet/curb weight — 2021 RSV4 1100 Factory)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L — estimated real-world average, varies significantly with riding style)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
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
Aprilia Rsv4
9.0/10
"The best used sportsbike money can buy, if you're careful."
Pros
+Breathtaking V4 engine character
+World-class chassis balance
+Exceptional electronics on later models
Cons
−Expensive valve service intervals
−Crash damage history common
−Uncomfortable for longer rides
Top 10 Accessories
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