KTM 950 Supermoto vs Honda XL1000V Varadero (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 950 Supermotostacks up against the Honda XL1000V Varadero. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 950 SupermotoHonda XL1000V Varadero
Model year20072013
Price
Engine942 cc996 cc
Horsepower97 hp93 hp
Torque94 Nm98 Nm
Weight191 kg244 kg
Seat height34 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L6.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. ABS. Combined 3-piston callipers and sintered metal pads .
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS. Combined 3-piston callipers and sintered metal pads.
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17 110/80-R19 / 150/70-R17

KTM 950 Supermoto vs Honda XL1000V Varadero — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 950 Supermoto and the Honda XL1000V Varadero usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 950 Supermoto brings 97 hp in a 191 kg package, while the Honda XL1000V Varadero counters with 93 hp at 244 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: