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 BrandKTM Previous 2009 Suzuki Gladius review Next 2009 BMW K1300S launch report review Sponsored ContentSubscribe 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 Latest Reviews Motorbike KTM 990 RC R review 27/10/25 Motorbike Hero Hunk 440 review: muscle without the mayhem 24/10/25 Road Test 2025 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Ultra - Road test review 22/10/25 Motorbike TVS Apache RR 310 review: UK-bound A2 sport bike tested 15/10/25 Motorbike TVS Apache RTR 310 review: UK-bound A2 naked tested 15/10/25More Reviews Motorbike QJ Motor SRV 600 V review 13/10/25 Motorbike QJ Motor SRT 900 S review 13/10/25 Motorbike QJ Motor SRK 900 review 13/10/25 Road Test 2025 Harley-Davidson FXLRST Low Rider ST - Road test review 11/10/25 Road Test 2025 Harley-Davidson Street Bob: UK road test review 28/09/25