Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the BMW M 1000 RR side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the BMW M 1000 RR's 999 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 212 hp at 14,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX versus 15.3 kmpl for the BMW M 1000 RR. 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 Cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 84.9 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | 4-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 212 hp at 14,500 rpm |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 113 Nm at 11,000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 16.5 L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 15.3 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 192 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 832 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | Disc 320 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | Upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45 mm |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | Disc 220 mm Caliper - Rear 2 Piston |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | Monoshock, Full Floater Pro, 117mm Travel, Fully Adjustable |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 200/55 - ZR17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | — | 12 V / 5 Ah, Lithium-ion |
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| Color Options | Orange | Light whiteBlackstorm Metallic |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Electronic fuel injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | Standard | 4900000 Competition | 5500000 |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6-speed manual |






