2014 Honda CBR 500R vs 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2014 Honda CBR 500R 2014 Honda CBR 500R

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
425.0 pounds
2026 KTM 990 RC-R 2026 KTM 990 RC-R

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Power
128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
195 kg 430 lbs
Full Specifications
General
CommentsModel ID: CBR500R-
Year20142026
ColoursBlack, Pearl White/Blue/Red, Red-
Make ModelHonda CBR 500RKTM 990 RC-R
WarrantyOne year. Unlimited milage. Transferable.-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)5.5 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)140 mm-
Height (in.)45.9 inches-
Height (mm)1,165 mm-
Length (in.)81.7 inches-
Length (mm)2,075 mm-
Seat Height (mm)785 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)55.5 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,410 mm-
Width (in.)29.1 inches-
Width (mm)740 mm-
Seat Height (in.)30.9 inches-
Seat Height784 mm / 30.9 in845 mm / 33.3 in
Wheelbase1400 mm / 55.5 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance-163 mm / 6.4 in
Height1,165 mm / 45.9 in.-
Length2,075 mm / 81.7 in.-
Width740 mm / 29.1 in.-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)425.0 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)192.8 kg195
Fuel Capacity (l)15.52 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.10 gallons-
Fuel Capacity15.5 Litres / 4.1 US gal15.7 litres / 4.1 US gal
Wet Weight194 kg / 428 lbs195 kg 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power46.9 hp / 35 kW @ 8500 rpm128.2 hp / 94.3 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque43 Nm / 31.7 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm 103 Nm / 75.9 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
Displacement (cc)471.00 cc-
CO258.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Displacement (ci)28.74 cubic inches-
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.6 x 2.6 inches-
Fuel ControlDOHC-
Bore x Stroke (mm)67.0 x 66.8 mm-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Displacement471 cc / 28.7 cu-in947 cc / 57.8 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC; 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies-
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 66.8 mm92.5 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio10.7:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsMeets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.EURO 5+
Engine LubricationForced pressure and wet sump-
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Consumption2.52 litres/100 km (39.7 km/l or 93.34 mpg)-
Fuel InductionPGM-FI with 34mm throttle bodies46mm DKK Dellorto throttle body
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance -
Lubrication-Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchWet multiplate with coil springsPASC slipper clutch, cable operated
Final DriveO-ring-sealed chainChain 520 X-ring, 16:43
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveO-ring-sealed chain42:76
Transmission / Drive6 Speed 6-Speed
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)118 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.1 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)103 mm-
Trail (mm)103 mm-
Trail (in.)4.1 inches-
Frame TypeBack BoneChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - Front41mm Telescopic forkWP APEX 48, open cartridge, compression & rebound (30 Clicks), preload (3 clicks)
Suspension - RearPro-Link single shock with nine-position spring preload adjustability;WP APEX - Monoshock, compression high-speed (3 turns) low-speed (30 clicks), rebound (30 clicks), preload (10 turns)
Rake25.5°-
Trail103mm / 4.05 in-
Wheel Travel - Front122 mm / 4.8 in147 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Rear105 mm / 4.1 in134 mm / 5.3 in
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)240 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)9.4 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches-
Brakes - FrontSingle 320mm wave disc 2 piston calipers2 x 320mm discs, radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 240mm wave disc 1 piston calipersSingle 240 mm disc, single piston caliper
ABS-Standard
Tyres - Front120/70-17120/70-ZR 17
Tyres - Rear160/60-17180/55-ZR 17
Wheels-Cast aluminium
Wheels - Front-3.5 x 17
Wheels - Rear-5.5 x 17