2025 KTM RC 8C vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R
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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 Tallest seat here
- 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R 81 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 81.8 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) up to 135 hp (2025 KTM RC 8C).
- Torque spans 78 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R) up to 98 Nm (2025 KTM RC 8C).
- Weight spans 142 kg (2025 KTM RC 8C) to 205 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | 2025 KTM RC 8C | SUZUKI GSX-8R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | SUZUKI |
| Model | 2025 KTM RC 8C | SUZUKI GSX-8R |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 135hp | 81.8hp |
| Torque | 98nm. | 78nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 142kg | 205kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted four-piston brake calipers | Dual 310mm discs with four-piston Nissin calipers |
| Rear brake | 2-piston brake caliper, brake disc | Utilizes a single-piston caliper on a 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70R17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) |
| Rear tyre | 180/60R17 | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) tubeless (Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP | Showa inverted fork, spring-loaded, oil-damped. |
| Rear suspension | WP | Showa linkage-type, spring-loaded, oil-damped. |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 245km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 6 L/100km | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $20000 | $9439 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), A, B, and C modes, traction control for three modes, basic (non-cornering) ABS, quickshifter. |
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2025 KTM RC 8C vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R: listed specifications
The 2025 KTM RC 8C and 2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R are closely matched in displacement, while the RC 8C has more peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
RC 8C and GSX-8R have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
RC 8C has a clear listed power advantage (135 hp vs 81.8 hp).
Torque
RC 8C has a clear listed torque advantage (98 Nm vs 78 Nm).
Listed top speed
RC 8C and GSX-8R have very similar listed top speeds (245 km/h vs 240 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 205 kg). RC 8C and GSX-8R have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and weight, while displacement, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of 2025 KTM RC 8C vs SUZUKI GSX-8R?
2025 KTM RC 8C is listed at 245 km/h (152 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which has more horsepower, 2025 KTM RC 8C or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
2025 KTM RC 8C has 135 hp compared with 82 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which is lighter, 2025 KTM RC 8C or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
2025 KTM RC 8C is lighter at 142 kg vs 205 kg for SUZUKI GSX-8R.
Which is better, 2025 KTM RC 8C or SUZUKI GSX-8R?
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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