2016 BMW S 1000R vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2016 BMW S 1000R 2016 BMW S 1000R

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
118 kW / 160 hp @ 11000 rpm
Top Speed
200.0 km/h
Weight
456.4 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
CommentsSwitchable ABS.-
Year20162026
ColoursLight White, Black Storm Metallic, Racing Red-
Make ModelBMW S 1000RKTM 990 RC-R
Dimensions
Width (mm)845 mm-
Width (in.)33.3 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,439 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)56.7 inches-
Seat Height (mm)814 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.0 inches-
Length (mm)2,057 mm-
Length (in.)81.0 inches-
Height (mm)1,138 mm-
Height (in.)44.8 inches-
Seat Height820 mm / 33.3 in845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1422 mm / 56 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1228 mm / 48.3 in-
Length2057 mm / 81.0 in-
Width845 mm / 33.3 in (incl. mirrors)-
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)178-
Dry Weight (lbs.)392.4 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.62 gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)17.50 litres-
Wet Weight (kg)207.0 kg195
Wet Weight (lbs.)456.4 pounds-
Fuel Capacity17.5 Litres / 4.6 US gal.15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight207 kg / 456.3 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)124.3 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)200.0 km/h-
Max Power118 kW / 160 hp @ 11000 rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque112 Nm / 11.4 kgf-m / 82.6 lb-ft @ 9250 rpm103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.8989 HP/kg-
Engine
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
CO2125.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Bore x Stroke (mm)80.0 x 49.7 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.1 x 2.0 inches-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 gallons-
Displacement999 cc / 60.9 cu-in947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K-P)-
Bore x Stroke80 x 49.7 mm92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio12.0:1/at least premium unleaded (95 RON)13.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsTwo regulated three-way catalytic converters, EU-3EURO 5+
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Consumption5.40 litres/100 km (18.5 km/l or 43.56 mpg)-
Fuel InductionElectronic fuel injection, digital motor electronics BMS-KP46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
Intake / Outlet Valve Diameter33.5 mm / 27.2 mm-
LubricationWet sumpForced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Throttle valve diameter48 mm-
Drivetrain
ClutchMultiple disc antihopping clutch in oil bath, mechanically operatedPASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveChain 17/45Chain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gear Ratios1st 2.6471 / 2nd 2.091 / 3rd 1.727 / 4th 1.500 / 5th 1.360 / 6th 1.261:1-
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveChain Driveline42:76
Primary Drive Ratios1.652-
Transmission / Drive6 Speed 6-Speed
Chassis
Trail (in.)3.9 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.7 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)120 mm-
Trail (mm)99 mm-
Frame TypeConstruction type aluminium bridge frame, enqine self-supportingChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - FrontUpside-down fork, stanchion diameter 46 mm, adjustable for bump and rebound SA DDC: electronically adjustable dampingWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearAluminium double-strut swingarm with central spring strut, adjustable rebound, SA DDC: electronically adjustable dampingWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake24.6°-
Steering Head Angle65.4°-
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear120 mm / 4.7 in134 mm / 5.3 in
Electrical Systems
Electrical SystemAlternator W 350 Battery V/Ah 12/9, maintenance-free (with DWA 12/10) Headlight W low beam 1 x H 7/55 W high beam 1 x H 7/55 W-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches-
Brakes - Front2 x 320mm Discs, 4 piston calipers2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 220mm disc, 1 piston caliperSingle 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABSOptional equipment BMW Motorrad Race ABS (partially integral, disengageable)Standard
RimsCast aluminum wheels-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear190/55 ZR17180/55-ZR 17
Wheel Caster98.5 mm / 3.8 in-
Wheels-Cast aluminium
Wheels - Front3.50 x 173.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear6.00 x 175.5 x 17