2020 BMW F 900XR vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2020 BMW F 900XR 2020 BMW F 900XR

Sport

Engine
Twin, four-stroke
Power
78 kW / 105 hp @ 8500 rpm
Top Speed
200.0 km/h
Weight
482.8 pounds
2026 KTM 990 RC-R 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Power
128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
195 kg 430 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20202026
ColoursRed, white, yellow-
Make ModelBMW F 900XRKTM 990 RC-R
Dimensions
Width (mm)860 mm-
Width (in.)33.9 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1521 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)59.9 inches-
Seat Height (mm)860 mm-
Seat Height (in.)33.9 inches-
Length (mm)2160 mm-
Length (in.)85.0 inches-
Height (mm)1420 mm-
Height (in.)55.9 inches-
Seat Height825 mm / 32.4 in (OE suspension lowering kit: 775 mm, OE low seat: 795 mm, OA high seat: 840 mm, OA comfort seat: 845 mm, OA extra high seat: 870 mm)845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1521 mm / 59.8 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1320 mm / 51.9 in-
Length2160 mm / 85 in-
Width860 mm / 33.8 in-
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.10 US gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)15.50 litres-
Wet Weight (kg)219.0 kg195
Wet Weight (lbs.)482.8 pounds-
Fuel Capacity15.5 Litres / 4.1 US gal15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight219 kg / 482.8 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)124.3 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)200.0 km/h-
Max Power78 kW / 105 hp @ 8500 rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque92 Nm / 67 .8 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
Fuel Reserve (l)3.50 litres-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)0.92 US gallons-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke-
Displacement (cc)895.0 cc-
CO297.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Bore x Stroke (mm)86.0 x 77.0 mm-
Displacement (ci)54.61 cubic inches-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.4 x 3.0 inches-
Displacement895 cc / 54.6 cu-in947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic injection-
Bore x Stroke86 x 77 mm92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio13.1:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-5EURO 5+
Engine LubricationDry sump-
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Consumption4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l or 56.00 mpg)-
Fuel InductionElectronic injection46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
IgnitionElectronic-
Lubrication-Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free-
Drivetrain
ClutchMultiple-disc wet clutch (anti hopping), mechanically operatedPASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveEndless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hubChain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveEndless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub42:76
Transmission / DriveConstant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated in crankcase6-Speed
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)172 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)6.8 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)170 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)6.7 inches-
Trail (in.)4.1 inches-
Trail (mm)105 mm-
Frame TypeBridge-type frame, steel shell constructionChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - Front43mm Upside-down telescopic forkWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearCast aluminium dual swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable, rebound damping adjustableWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake29.5°-
Steering Head Angle60,5°-
Trail105.2 mm / 4.1 in-
Wheel Travel - Front170 mm / 6.6 in147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear172 mm / 6.7 in134 mm / 5.3 in
Electrical Systems
Alternatorpermanent magnetic alternator 416 W (nominal power)-
Lighting systemLED headlamps-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2X 320mm floating discs, 4-piston radial brake calipers2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 265mm discs, single-piston floating caliperSingle 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABSBMW Motorrad ABSStandard
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR 17120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear180/55 ZR 17180/55-ZR 17
WheelsCast aluminium wheelsCast aluminium
Wheels - Front3.50″ x 17″3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear5.50″ x 17"5.5 x 17