2009 KTM RC8R reviewKTM’s first superbike hit the mark last year with a blend of awesome performance and comfort. Now the R is upon us, is the RC8 a match for Ducati’s mighty 1198? James Whitham Updated: 10 May 2024 Share Add as a preferred source BrandKTM In This ArticleRC8R. reviewKTMRC Previous 2009 Suzuki Gladius review Next 2009 BMW K1300S launch report review More News First Ride You can’t afford not to buy Hero’s new dual sport 23/05/26 New Bikes This new 125cc sports bike has winglets - and we can’t figure out why 22/05/26 MotoGP Gresini makes expected announcement following Catalan MotoGP 21/05/26 General Fancy owning Aston Martin and Brough’s take on a superbike? $101,000 and it’s yours! 20/05/26 Industry KTM sales surge 125 per cent as Bajaj-backed turnaround gathers pace 19/05/26 First Ride Ducati’s new DesertX manages to live up to the hype 18/05/26Subscribe to our NewsletterGet the latest motorcycling news, reviews, exclusives and promotions direct to your inboxFor more information, read our Privacy Policy Leave this field blank