KTM RC 200 vs Yamaha SDR 200 (2019)

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

Spec comparison

SpecKTM RC 200Yamaha SDR 200
Model year20191986
Price
Engine200 cc200 cc
Horsepower25 hp33 hp
Weight138 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc

KTM RC 200 vs Yamaha SDR 200 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM RC 200 and the Yamaha SDR 200 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 Yamaha SDR 200 counters with 33 hp.

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: