Ktm Rc 8 vs Ktm Rc8
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Rc 8 vs Ktm Rc8. 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. Ktm Rc8: 173 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8 R variant; base RC8 approx. 155 hp) hp, 189 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Rc 8
Ktm Rc8
Horsepower (hp)
155 hp
173 hp
Torque (Nm)
117 Nm
117 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
189 kg
189 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
155 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8R variant)
173 hp @ 10,000 rpm (RC8 R variant; base RC8 approx. 155 hp)
Torque
117 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
117 Nm @ 8,000 rpm (RC8 R variant)
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 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
Ktm Rc8
7.5/10
"A flawed masterpiece that demands commitment, cash, and mechanical sympathy."
Pros
+Thunderous V-twin character
+Stunning KTM visual presence
+Razor-sharp chassis feedback
Cons
−Patchy early build quality
−Brutal commuting ergonomics
−Expensive suspension rebuilds
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