2025 KTM RC 8C vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2025 KTM RC 8C 82 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 135 hp (2025 KTM RC 8C) up to 198 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M).
- Torque spans 83 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 98 Nm (2025 KTM RC 8C).
- Weight spans 142 kg (2025 KTM RC 8C) to 203 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2025 KTM RC 8C) to 1000 cc (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M).
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| Specification | 2025 KTM RC 8C | YAMAHA YZF-R1M |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | YAMAHA |
| Model | 2025 KTM RC 8C | YAMAHA YZF-R1M |
| Engine size | 800cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 135hp | 198hp |
| Torque | 98nm. | 83nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 142kg | 203kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted four-piston brake calipers | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Rear brake | 2-piston brake caliper, brake disc | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70R17 | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Rear tyre | 180/60R17 | 200/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP | 43mm Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension NPX fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | WP | Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 245km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 6 L/100km | 17 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $20000 | $27399 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -Launch Control System (LCS), Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Power Delivery Mode (PWR), Ride-by-Wire Throttle System -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS), Variable Intake System |
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2025 KTM RC 8C vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M: listed specifications
The 2025 KTM RC 8C and 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M differ on the listed specifications: the RC 8C has more torque, and a lower listed weight, and the YZF-R1M has more displacement and peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
YZF-R1M has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
YZF-R1M has a clear listed power advantage (198 hp vs 135 hp).
Torque
RC 8C has a clear listed torque advantage (98 Nm vs 83 Nm).
Listed top speed
YZF-R1M has a clear listed top-speed advantage (320 km/h vs 245 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
RC 8C is notably lighter on the listed weight (142 kg vs 203 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: YZF-R1M is listed higher (85.5 cm) than RC 8C (82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of 2025 KTM RC 8C vs YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
YAMAHA YZF-R1M is listed at 320 km/h (199 mph) vs 245 km/h (152 mph) for 2025 KTM RC 8C.
Which has more horsepower, 2025 KTM RC 8C or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
YAMAHA YZF-R1M has 198 hp compared with 135 hp on the 2025 KTM RC 8C.
Which is lighter, 2025 KTM RC 8C or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
2025 KTM RC 8C is lighter at 142 kg vs 203 kg for YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which is better, 2025 KTM RC 8C or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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