KTM RC 8C 2023 vs. KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

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Overview - KTM RC 8C 2023 vs KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

Technical Specifications KTM RC 8C 2023 compared to KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM RC 8C 2023
KTM 990 Duke 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore92.5 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke70.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power135 HPEngine power123 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque103 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
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 ccmDisplacement947 ccm

Suspension Front

BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
RakeRake66.7 degreeRake65.8 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter290 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
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, Cornering ABS, 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 Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
RangeRange152 kmRange314 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption10.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.7 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentTFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM RC 8C 2023

KTM RC 8C 2023

The RC 8C is a riding machine that not only leads professionals to fast lap times, but also puts a grin on the face of the average rider. Light-footed and precise like an elf on rails, it shows its strength particularly on fast-moving and technically demanding courses. Even though the engine has easy play thanks to the low overall weight and performs well at low revs, as a Horsepower-spoilt superbike rider I would like to see it wind out a bit more aggressively. Nevertheless, for most people it will probably be the key to a lot of riding pleasure and fast lap times without any conversion work.

Precise riding performance

Easy handling

Ready to race

price Availability

Narrow limit range

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KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

The new KTM 990 Duke offers terrific power, both in relaxed everyday riding and on winding country roads. Sachs with the disappointing braking performance is therefore particularly painful here. In my opinion, the KTM remains virtually unrivalled in the upper mid-range when it comes to road fun. Even the excessively high price, when compared with the competition, is not an exclusion criterion for me. According to me, there is no other bike in this segment that is so lively, that combines stability and nimble handling so superbly and also offers such a height of everyday usability. A modern KTM Duke with two cylinders is quite simply a unique bike.

Lively and powerful engine with manners

Comfortable riding position

Playful handling

High stability

Excellent chassis with lots of feedback and stability

Modern electronics with lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS

Smooth 2-cylinder in the lower rev range without jerking

Strong acceleration in the lower rev range

Versatility for both everyday riding and sporty riding

Confident riding performance even in wet conditions

Very light and agile

High-quality display and pleasant operation of the switches

Polarised design

Price/performance ratio below average compared to competitors

gearstick on the test bike too bony and harsh this time

blipper function could give more intermediate throttle

feedback from suspension not perfect

engine slightly raw at low revs compared to three- or four-cylinder bikes

polarised design

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM RC 8C vs KTM 990 Duke

Price KTM RC 8C

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Price KTM 990 Duke

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