Comparing the KTM 65 SX and the Suzuki GSX‑8R side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 65 SX comes with a 64.9 cc unit compared to the Suzuki GSX‑8R's 776 cc, producing 11.2 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 82 bhp @ 8,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 30 kmpl for the KTM 65 SX versus 23 km/l for the Suzuki GSX‑8R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 64.9 cc | 776 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | 4-stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 8-valve |
| Power | 11.2 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 82 bhp @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque | 10.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm | 78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.5 L | 14L |
| Mileage | 30 kmpl | 23 km/l |
| Top Speed (km/h) | — | 230 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 62 | 205 |
| Seat Height | 730 | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 198 mm | Dual 310 mm discs, radial-mount 4-piston calipers |
| Front Suspension | XACT 35 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 35 mm | Showa SFF-BP 43 mm upside-down fork |
| Rear Brake | Disc 180 mm | Single 240 mm disc, 1-piston caliper |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP mono shock | Showa link-type mono-shock, preload adjustable |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 60/100 - 14 | 120/70 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 80/100 - 12 | 180/55 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Cast aluminium alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED (projector-style, vertically stacked) |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | — | 12 V, 8 Ah (Maintenance-free) |
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| Bike Image 2 | — |
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| Bike Image 3 | — |
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| Cluster | — | 5-inch full-colour TFT display (Bluetooth-enabled, multiple ride modes, traction control, gear indicator) |
| Color Options | Orange | Metallic Triton BlueMetallic Matt Sword SilverMetallic Matt Black No 2 |
| Connectivity Features | — | Bluetooth, ride modes, traction control, TFT display |
| Drive Modes | — | Active, Basic, Comfort |
| Final Drive Type | — | chain |
| Fuel System | Carburetor (HIDRIA ECU) | Electronic fuel injection (EFI) |
| On-Road Price (Subsidy Adjusted, ₹) | — | 1132094 |
| Price Variants | STD | 546500 | Standard | 988551 | Single variant (Dual-channel ABS, bi-directional quick-shifter, ride-modes) |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6-speed, bi-directional quick-shifter, assist & slipper clutch |
| Vehicle Warranty (Years) | — | 2 |
