Ktm Rc 8 vs Ducati Supersport 950
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Rc 8 vs Ducati Supersport 950. 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. Ducati Supersport 950: 110 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Rc 8
Ducati Supersport 950
Horsepower (hp)
155 hp
110 hp
Torque (Nm)
117 Nm
96 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
189 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
155 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8R variant)
110 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
117 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
96 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
240 km/h (estimated)
Weight
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
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
Ducati Supersport 950
8.2/10
"The most liveable Ducati you can buy used today."
Pros
+Torquey, usable V-twin character
+Surprisingly comfortable ergonomics
+Stunning Italian styling
Cons
−Expensive mandatory valve services
−Heat soak in traffic significant
−Premium parts and labor costs
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