2018 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2018 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2018 Suzuki GSX-R 1000

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
148.6 kW / 199.2 hp @ 13200rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
440.9 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
CommentsPush-button selection of three performance settings.-
Year20182026
ColoursPearl Glacier White, Metallic Mat Black No. 2-
Make ModelSuzuki GSX-R 1000KTM 990 RC-R
Warranty12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)5.1 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)130 mm-
Height (in.)45.1 inches-
Height (mm)1,145 mm-
Length (in.)81.7 inches-
Length (mm)2,075 mm-
Seat Height (mm)825 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)58.5 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,485 mm-
Width (in.)27.8 inches-
Width (mm)705 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.5 inches-
Seat Height825 mm / 32.5 in845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1404 mm / 55.5 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance130 MM / 5.1 in163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1150mm / 45.3 in-
Length2075 mm / 81.7in-
Width710 mm / 28 in-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)440.9 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)200.0 kg195
Fuel Capacity (l)16.00 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.23 gallons-
Fuel Capacity16 Litres / 4.2 US gal15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight201 kg / 445 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power148.6 kW / 199.2 hp @ 13200rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque117.6 Nm / 86.7 lb-ft @ 10800rpm103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Bore x Stroke (mm)76.0 x 55.1 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.0 x 2.2 inches-
Displacement998.6 cc / 60.9 cub. in947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, TSCCFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection-
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 55.1 mm92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio13.2:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
Emissions-EURO 5+
Engine LubricationWet sump with oil cooler-
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
ExhaustTitanium-
Fuel InductionSuzuki Fuel Injection with Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
IgnitionElectronic ignition Transistorized -
LubricationWet sumpForced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchWet, multi-plate typePASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveChain, RK525GSHChain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveChain drive, #52542:76
Transmission / Drive6-speed constant mesh6-Speed
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)5.1 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)130 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Frame TypeAluminumChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - Front43mm Showa Big Piston inverted telescopic forks, coil spring, oil dampedWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearLink type, single shock, coil spring, oil dampedWP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake23.2°-
SeatOptional single seat.-
Trail94 mm / 3.7 in-
Wheel Travel - Front125mm / 4.9 in.147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear130mm / 5.1 in.134 mm / 5.3 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationLCD-
Lighting systemLED headlight-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.2 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)310 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Front2 x 320mm Discs radial mount Brembo 4-piston calipers2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 220mm disc, Nissin, 1-pistonSingle 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABS-Standard
Tyres - Front120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear190/55ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless180/55-ZR 17
Wheels-Cast aluminium
Wheels - Front-3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear-5.5 x 17