2025 BMW S 1000RR vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2025 BMW S 1000RR 2025 BMW S 1000RR

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, valve actuation via single cam followers, BMW ShiftCam variable intake cam control
Power
154 kW / 206 hp @ 13700 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
198 kg / 436.5 lbs
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
Year20252026
Make ModelBMW S 1000RRKTM 990 RC-R
Dimensions
Seat Height832 mm / 32.4 in845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1457 mm / 57.4 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1205 mm / 47.4 in-
Length2073 mm / 81.6 in-
Width848 mm / 33.4 in-
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)176-
Wet Weight (kg)198 195
Dry Weight176 kg / 388 lbs-
Fuel Capacity16.5 Litres / 4.35 US gal15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight198 kg / 436.5 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power154 kW / 206 hp @ 13700 rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque113 Nm / 83.3 lb-ft @ 11000 rpm103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
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
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 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
LubricationWet sumpForced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
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
Gear Ratios1st: 2.647 / 2nd: 2.091 / 3rd: 1.727 / 4th: 1.500 / 5th: 1.360 / 6th: 1.261-
Primary Drive-42:76
Transmission / DriveClaw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gears6-Speed
Chassis
Frame TypeBridge-type aluminum laminate frame with load-bearing engineChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - FrontUpside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustableWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearAluminium swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable spring preloadWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Steering Head Angle66.4°-
Trail99.8 mm / 3.9 in-
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear118 mm / 4.6 in134 mm / 5.3 in
Electronics
Traction controlBMW Motorrad DTC-
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
Rims - Front3.50 x 17-
Rims - Rear6.00 x 17-
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