2015 BMW S 1000RR vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2015 BMW S 1000RR 2015 BMW S 1000RR

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
146 kW / 199 hp @ 13500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
449.7 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
Comments4 mode, disengageable Race ABS and DTC (Dynamic Traction Control).-
Year20152026
ColoursRed/white, black, white/blue/red-
Make ModelBMW S 1000RRKTM 990 RC-R
Dimensions
Width (mm)826 mm-
Width (in.)32.5 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,425 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)56.1 inches-
Seat Height (mm)815 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.1 inches-
Length (mm)2,050 mm-
Length (in.)80.7 inches-
Height (mm)1,138 mm-
Height (in.)44.8 inches-
Seat Height815 mm / 32.0 in845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1425 mm / 56.1 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1140 mm / 44.8 in. (excl. mirrors)-
Length2050 mm / 80.7 in.-
Width826 mm / 32.5 in. (incl. mirrors)-
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (lbs.)386.9 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.62 gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)17.50 litres-
Wet Weight (kg)204.0 kg195
Wet Weight (lbs.)449.7 pounds-
Dry Weight (kg)175.5-
Dry Weight175.5 kg / 386.9 lbs-
Fuel Capacity17.5 Litres / 4.6 US gal15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight204 kg / 449.7 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power146 kW / 199 hp @ 13500 rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque113 Nm / 11.5 kgf-m / 83.3 lb-ft @ 10500 rpm103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio1.1156 HP/kg-
Engine
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 gallons-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Displacement (cc)999.00 cc-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.1 x 2.0 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)80.0 x 49.7 mm-
Displacement (ci)60.96 cubic inches-
CO2132.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
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 injection-
Bore x Stroke80 x 49.7 mm92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio13.0:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
Emissions-EURO 5+
Engine ManagementEmission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converters, EU-3 norm with electronically controlled interference pipeBosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Consumption5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l or 41.27 mpg)-
Fuel Induction-46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
Fuel Reserve4.1 Litres / 1.08 US gal-
LubricationWet sumpForced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Mixture ControlElectronic injection-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12 V / 7 Ah, maintenance-free-
Drivetrain
ClutchMultiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, mechanically controlledPASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveChain 17/45Chain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveChain 17/4542:76
Transmission / DriveConstant-mesh 6-speed gearbox, straight-toothed6-Speed
Chassis
Trail (in.)3.8 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.7 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm-
Trail (mm)97 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)120 mm-
Frame TypeAluminium composite bridge frame, partially self-supporting engineChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - FrontUpside-down telescopic fork ø 46 mm, compression and rebound stage adjustableWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearAluminium double-strut swingarm, compression and rebound damping adjustableWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake23.5°-
Steering Head Angle66,5°-
Trail96.5 mm / 3.8"-
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear120 mm / 4.7 in134 mm / 5.3 in
Electrical Systems
Alternator350 W-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm-
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
ABSBMW Motorrad Race ABS (part-integral), disengageable, modes to selectStandard
RimsAluminium cast wheels-
Rims - Front3.50 x 17-
Rims - Rear6.00 x 17-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear180/55 ZR17180/55-ZR 17
WheelsAluminium cast wheelsCast aluminium
Wheels - Front-3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear-5.5 x 17