2023 BMW S 1000RR vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2023 BMW S 1000RR 2023 BMW S 1000RR

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
151 kW / 205 hp @ 13000 rpm
Top Speed
302.6 km/h
Weight
434.0 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 Ride Modes (Rain/Sport/Dynamic/Race). Dynamic Traction Control. Hill Start Control. Electronic Immobilizer.-
Year20232026
ColoursLight White/M Motorsport, Passion Red, Black Storm Metallic-
Make ModelBMW S 1000RRKTM 990 RC-R
Dimensions
Height (in.)45.3 inches-
Height (mm)1151 mm-
Length (in.)81.6 inches-
Length (mm)2073 mm-
Width (mm)848 mm-
Width (in.)33.4 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1455 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)57.3 inches-
Seat Height (in.)32.8 inches-
Seat Height (mm)833 mm-
Seat Height824 mm / 32.4 in845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1457 mm / 57.4 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1203.9 mm / 47.4 in-
Length2073 mm / 81.6 in-
Width848 mm / 33.4 in-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)434.0 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)196.9 kg195
Oil Capacity (l)3.50 litres-
Oil Capacity (Quarts)3.7 US quarts-
Dry Weight (lbs.)385.8 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.36 US gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)16.50 litres-
Dry Weight (kg)175-
Dry Weight175 kg / 385.8 lbs - M Package: 173.2 kg / 382 lbs (without battery)-
Fuel Capacity16.5 Litres / 4.35 US gal15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight197 kg / 434.3 lbs - M Package: 193.2 kg / 426.6 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)188.0 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)302.6 km/h-
Maximum RPM14600-
Max Power151 kW / 205 hp @ 13000 rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque113 Nm / 83.3 lb-ft @ 11000 rpm103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio1.1714 HP/kg-
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.1 x 2.0 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)80.0 x 49.7 mm-
Displacement (cc)999.0 cc-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 US gallons-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Displacement (ci)60.96 cubic inches-
Displacement999 cc / 60.9 cu-in947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, valve actuation via single cam followers, BMW ShiftCam variable intake cam controlFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic injection, variable intake pibe-
Bore x Stroke80 x 49.7 mm92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio13.3:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid/oil cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-5EURO 5+
Engine LubricationWet sump-
Engine ManagementBMS-0 | Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system, variable intake, and knock sensor, 48mm throttle bodyBosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Induction-46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
Idle Speed1200 +/- 50 RPM-
LubricationWet sumpForced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Spark PlugNGK LMAR9D-J-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
Chain Size525-
ClutchMultiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, with self-reinforcementPASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveChain 525 17/46Chain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Number of Chain Links118-
Primary Drive-42:76
Sprocket17/45 (front/rear)-
Transmission / DriveClaw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gears6-Speed
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Trail (in.)4.0 inches-
Trail (mm)101 mm-
Fork Tube Size (mm)46 mm-
Fork Tube Size (in.)1.8 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)117 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.6 inches-
Frame TypeBridge-type aluminum laminate frame with load-bearing engineChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - Front45 mm Upside-down telescopic fork, compression and rebound stage adjustable, spring preload, optional DDC electronically adjustable dampingWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearAluminum underslung double-sided swingarm, Central spring and shock absorber, Spring preload, rebound and compression adjustable, Optional DDC electronically adjustable dampingWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake23.6°-
Steering Head Angle66.4°-
Trail99.8 mm / 3.9 in-
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear117 mm / 4.6 in134 mm / 5.3 in
Electronics
Traction controlBMW Motorrad DTC-
Electrical Systems
Instrumentation6.5´ TFT-Display-
Lighting systemLED Headlight-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 320mm floating disc, radial 4-piston fixed calipers2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 220 mm disk, single-piston floating caliperSingle 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABSBMW Motorrad Race ABS (partial integral), Brake-Slide-Assist / BMW Motorrad ABS Pro (settings for RAIN, ROAD, DYNAMIC, RACE mode)Standard
Brake Fluid TypeDOT 4-
Rims - Front3.50 x 17-
Rims - Rear6.00 x 17-
Tyre Pressure - Front36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)-
Tyre Pressure - Rear42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear190/55 ZR17 (with M wheels: 200/55 ZR17)180/55-ZR 17
WheelsStandard die-cast aluminum wheels Optional M forged aluminum or M Carbon wheelsCast aluminium
Wheels - Front-3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear-5.5 x 17