Kawasaki Ninja 1000 vs KTM 1190 RC 8 Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and KTM 1190 RC 8, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 priced at ₱718,000, while KTM 1190 RC 8 is priced at ₱800,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, Kawasaki Ninja 1000 houses 1043 engine whereas KTM 1190 RC 8 engine displacement stands at 1195.

Brand	Kawasaki Philippines	KTM Philippines
SRP*	₱718,000 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 Price	₱800,000
Variant	Ninja 1000 SX	KTM 1190 RC 8 Standard
User Rating	4.63 Ninja 1000 reviews	4 1190 RC 8 reviews
Fuel Type	Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines	Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type	Super Sport Super Sport Motorcycles in Philippines	Super Sport Super Sport Motorcycles in Philippines

Key Features

Ground Clearance	135 mm	110 mm
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Front Brake	Dual Disc	Twin Disc
Displacement	1043 cc	1195 cc
Maximum Power	142 hp	173 hp

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Photo Comparision

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.63/5 19 reviews	4/5 1 reviews
User Review Comparison	Refined engine, great braking confidence I have covered over 12,000 km on the Kawasaki Ninja 1000, and it has always surprised me with its capabilities. It handles rough patches... Read More A Adrian Oct 07, 2025 for Kawasaki Ninja 1000	Recognize the hidden adventure seeker in you To me bike is a synonym for adventure or thrill. If that is missing while riding a bike I feel something remains incomplete. I am an out an out... Read More A Ace Nov 21, 2018 for KTM 1190 RC 8

From The Experts

Things we like	Switchable traction control Comfort friendly ergonomics Smooth transmission Read More	--
Things we don't like	Lacks dual disc brakes on the rear wheel Read More	--

Engine & Performance

Displacement	1043 cc	1195 cc
Maximum Power	142 hp	173 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity	19 L	16.5 L
Engine Type	In-Line Four Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke V Arrangement Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque	111 Nm	--
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Plate	--
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio	11.8:1	--
Bore X Stroke	77 mm x 56 mm	105 mm x 69 mm
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes	Dual Exhaust	2 in 2 Exhaust
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder	2	2
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
No. Of Cylinder	4	2
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Fuel Consumption	9-17 kmpl	--
RPM at Maximum Torque	7300 rpm	--
RPM at Maximum Power	10000 rpm	--
Lubrication System	--	Wet Sump

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Dimension

Category	Super Sport	--
Wheel Base	1440 mm	1425 mm
Seating Capacity	2	2
Height	1190 mm	--
Kerb Weight	238 kg	--
Seat Height	820 mm	805 mm
Length	2100 mm	--
Ground Clearance	135 mm	110 mm
Width	825 mm	--
Dry Weight	--	184 kg

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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline
Fuel Supply System	Fuel Injection	EFI
Ignition System	--	Electronic

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17	--
Rear Tyre	190/50 ZR17	--
Front Wheel Size	ZR17	--
Rear Wheel Size	ZR17	--
Tyre Type	Radial , Tubel	--

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension	Back Link	Monoshock
Front Suspension	Inverted Fork	Up Side Down
Suspension Travel(Rear)	--	120 mm
Suspension Travel(Front)	--	120 mm

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	Yes
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Back Rest	No	No
Traction Control	Yes	No
Leg Guards	No	No
Wheel Lock Front/back	No	No
Riding Modes	Sport Sport	Sport Sport
Shutter Lock	No	No
Side Reflectors	Yes	No
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Stability Control	--	No
Central Locking	--	Optional Optional
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Optional Optional
Engine Immobilizer	--	Optional Optional
Launch Control	--	No

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Navigator	No	No
Side Stand Indicator	Yes	--
Speedometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Display Screen	Yes	Yes
Tripmeter	Yes	--
Oil Change Indicator	Yes	--
Tachometer	Yes	--

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Chassis & Suspension

Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Side Wings	Yes	Yes
Body Frame Type	Twin Tube Twin Tube	--
Body Frame Material	Alloy Alloy	--
Seat Type	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped	--
Electronic Suspension Adjustment	--	No