KTM RC 200 vs Matchless G2 CSR (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM RC 200stacks up against the Matchless G2 CSR. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM RC 200Matchless G2 CSR
Model year20191968
Price
Engine200 cc200 cc
Horsepower25 hp
Weight138 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesDouble disc. Four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston floating calliper, brake discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3-19 / 3.50-19

KTM RC 200 vs Matchless G2 CSR — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM RC 200 and the Matchless G2 CSR usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM RC 200 brings 25 hp in a 138 kg package, while the Matchless G2 CSR counters with its own power figure.

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: