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1190 RC8 R vs GSX-R1000

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KTM 1190 RC8 R
Ex-showroom

₹189,542 - ₹3,571,000

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Suzuki GSX-R1000
Ex-showroom

₹100,000 - ₹1,980,935

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Value check

Start with price: KTM 1190 RC8 R at ₹189,542 - ₹3,571,000; Suzuki GSX-R1000 at ₹100,000 - ₹1,980,935.

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Starting Price

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

₹189,542 - ₹3,571,000

Suzuki GSX-R1000

₹100,000 - ₹1,980,935

Power

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

173 Bhp @ 10250 rpm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

202 HP @ 13200 rpm

Torque

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

123 Nm @ 8000 rpm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

117.6 Nm @ 10,800 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

KTM 1190 RC8 R mileage is around 12-15 kmpl (approximate).

Suzuki GSX-R1000

10-15 kmpl (approx.)

Length

KTM 1190 RC8 R

-

Suzuki GSX-R1000

2075 mm

Width

KTM 1190 RC8 R

-

Suzuki GSX-R1000

705 mm

Ground Clearance

KTM 1190 RC8 R

110 mm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

130 mm

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Suzuki GSX-R1000

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 85 technical specs across 6 categories with 29 highlighted differences.

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Other Features

20 differences in this category

Other Features
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Speedometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Digital

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Digital

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Superbike

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Sports

Front Wheel

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

17-inch

Suzuki GSX-R1000

17-inch

Performance

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

****

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Steering Angle

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

66.7°

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

2014 KTM 1190 RC8 R price was Rs 20 lakh before being discontinued.

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Suzuki GSX-R1000 price was Rs 19.81 lakh before being discontinued.

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

2

Suzuki GSX-R1000

4

Lubrication

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Wet-sump

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

WP Suspension Monoshock

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Link type, coil spring, oil damped

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

****

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Yes

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Trip Meter

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Digital-2

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Digital

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

3.10 secs

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

120/70 ZR17 58W (Continental Conti SportAttack II)

Suzuki GSX-R1000

120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)

Design

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

****

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Chain

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

5/8 x 5/16” X-Ring

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Braking System

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

No ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Cooling

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Liquid Cooling

Stroke

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

69 mm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

55.1 mm

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Maintenance Free

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Maintenance Free

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

WP Suspension Up Side Down

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped

India Launch Update

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

KTM 1190 RC8 R is one of the most popular litre-class superbikes ever. It was expected to launch in India with an ex-showroom price tag of INR 20 lakhs, but unfortunately, KTM discontinued the 1190 RC8 R globally and it never got a chance to get launched in India.

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

1425±15 mm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

1420 mm

Tachometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Digital

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Digital

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Yes

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Wheel Type

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Alloy Wheels

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Alloys

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

120 mm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Discontinued

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Discontinued

Clutch

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Bore

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

105 mm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

76.0 mm

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Yamaha YZF-R1, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, Suzuki GSX0-R1000R, Ducati Panigale V2, Honda CBR1000RR-R, Aprilia RSV4 RR

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Secondary Gear Ratio

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

17:37

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

190/55 ZR17 75W (Continental Conti SportAttack II)

Suzuki GSX-R1000

190/50 ZR 17M/C (73W)

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Yes

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Pure Superbike

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Performance, Innovation, Domination

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

120 mm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

2014 KTM 1190 RC8 R

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

6

Suzuki GSX-R1000

6

Primary Gear Ratio

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

40:76

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

17-inch

Suzuki GSX-R1000

17-inch

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

110 mm

Suzuki GSX-R1000

130 mm

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

White, Black

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Metallic Triton Blue, Matte Black

Top Speed

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

KTM 1190 RC8 R top speed is around 280 kmph (approximate).

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Ignition

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Different

KTM 1190 RC8 R

No

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Yes

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Dry Weight

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

184 kg

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

****

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Not listed

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Yes

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Service Reminder

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Odometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Digital

RPM/Gear Display

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

202 kg

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Clock

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Digital

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Chain

Low Oil Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Constant Mesh Gearbox

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

13.2 : 1

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

GSX-R1000 is a liter class superbike from the Japanese manufacturer. The bike uses a 1000cc, liquid cooled and fuel injected engine, producing 202 HP and 117.6 Nm of torque. The bike weighs 202 kg and claims a top speed of around 300 kmph. The new version is very powerful and even weighs less than the last version. GSX-R1000 rivals Honda CBR1000RR, Yamaha YZF-R1 and Kawasaki ZX-10R in its segment. Other liter class bikes that are indirect rivals to the GSX-R1000 includes BMW S1000RR, Aprilia RSV4 and MV Agusta F4.

ABS

Other Features

Same

KTM 1190 RC8 R

Not listed

Suzuki GSX-R1000

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 1190 RC8 R vs GSX-R1000

Which is better among KTM 1190 RC8 R and Suzuki GSX-R1000?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare KTM 1190 RC8 R and Suzuki GSX-R1000 by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do KTM 1190 RC8 R and Suzuki GSX-R1000 prices compare?

Based on the available data, KTM 1190 RC8 R is listed with ₹189,542 - ₹3,571,000, while Suzuki GSX-R1000 is listed with ₹100,000 - ₹1,980,935. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for KTM 1190 RC8 R and Suzuki GSX-R1000?

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