2023 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2023 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2023 Suzuki GSX-R 1000

Sport

Engine
Titanium valves
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
443.1 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
CommentsTraction Control.-
Year-2026
ColoursMetallic Matte Black/Glass Sparkle Black, Pearl Brilliant White/Metallic Matte Stellar Blue-
Make Model-KTM 990 RC-R
Warranty2 Year Unlimited Kilometre-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)5.1 inches-
Width (mm)705 mm-
Ground Clearance (mm)130 mm-
Width (in.)27.8 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1420 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)55.9 inches-
Seat Height (mm)825 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.5 inches-
Length (mm)2075 mm-
Length (in.)81.7 inches-
Height (mm)1120 mm-
Height (in.)44.1 inches-
Seat Height825 mm / 32.5 in.845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1420 mm / 55.9 in.1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1120 mm / 44.1 in.-
Length2075 mm / 81.7 in.-
Width705 mm / 27.8 in.-
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (l)16.00 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.23 US gallons-
Wet Weight (lbs.)443.1 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)201.0 kg195
Oil Capacity (Quarts)3.49 US quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)3.30 litres-
Fuel Capacity16.00 litres / 4.23 US gallons15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Coolant Capacity3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)-
Wet Weight201.0 kg / 443.1 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power-128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque117.0 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.3 ft.lbs) @ 10800 Revolutions"103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Displacement (ci)61.01 cubic inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)76.0 x 55.1 mm-
Displacement (cc)999.8 cc-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.0 x 2.2 inches-
Displacement-947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailTitanium valvesFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies-
Bore x Stroke-92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio13.2:113.5:1
Cooling System-Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
Emissions-EURO 5+
Engine LubricationWet sump-
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Exhaust4-2-1 exhaust-
Fuel Induction-46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
IgnitionElectronic ignition (Transistorized)-
Lubrication-Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Spark PlugNGK CR9EIA-9-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
Chain Size525-
ClutchWet, multi-plate type. Suzuki Clutch Assist.PASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveChain   (final drive)Chain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Number of Chain Links120-
Primary DriveConstant mesh42:76
Sprocket17/45 (front/rear)-
Transmission / Drive-6-Speed
Chassis
Fork Tube Size (mm)43 mm-
Trail (mm)100 mm-
Fork Tube Size (in.)1.7 inches-
Trail (in.)3.9 inches-
Frame TypeTwin-spar aluminumChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - FrontInverted telescopic, 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)
Rake25.0°-
SeatPassenger seat can be replaced by a color-matched solo tail cowl.-
Trail100 mm / 3.9 in.-
Wheel Travel - Front-147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear-134 mm / 5.3 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationLCD multifunction instrument panel-
Lighting systemLED lights-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - FrontDouble disc. ABS. Brembo, 4-piston.2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle disc. ABS. Nissin, 1-piston.Single 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABS-Standard
Brake Fluid TypeDOT 4-
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 - Rear-180/55-ZR 17
Wheels-Cast aluminium
Wheels - Front-3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear-5.5 x 17