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KTM RC 8C 2023 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

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Overview - KTM RC 8C 2023 vs KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Technical Specifications KTM RC 8C 2023 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM RC 8C 2023
KTM 890 Duke R 2021
KTM RC 8C 2023
KTM RC 8C 2023
KTM 890 Duke R 2021
KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore90.7 mmBore90.7 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke68.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power135 HPEngine power121 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque99 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66.7 degreeRake65.7 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter290 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height834 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange152 kmRange295 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption10.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.74 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise98 dBStationary noise96 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM RC 8C 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 890 Duke R scores with simple ingredients. Take a low weight, a modern engine with driving aids, and finally, high-quality brakes and a good chassis. The result is predictable! The Duke is an attractive machine that is a joy to ride. The low weight can be felt in every situation. A cool bike!

High revving and sporty engine

Excellent quickshifter

Great electronics package

Great brakes

Good chassis

Driving-friendly handling - low weight noticeable

Cheap buttons and switches (e.g. indicator switch)

Slightly nervous geometry

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM RC 8C vs KTM 890 Duke R

Price KTM RC 8C

Model year
Current average market prices

Price KTM 890 Duke R

Model year
Current average market prices

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