The 2026 Bimota KB4RC shares its 1043cc Kawasaki-derived inline-four (140 HP) and trellis-and-billet chassis with the standard KB4, positioned as the sportier-focused variant in Bimota's KB4 line. It carries the same Brembo brakes, quick-shifter-ready six-speed gearbox and carbon-fibre bodywork as the KB4, aimed at riders who want the naked KB4's engine and handling in a more track-oriented package.
The 2026 Ducati Supersport 950 is a versatile middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking approachable performance without sacrificing Ducati's Italian character. Its 937cc Testastretta L-Twin engine delivers 110 horsepower with linear power delivery, making it equally at home on road trips as it is carving canyon roads. Known for blending real-world usability with engaging handling, the Supersport 950 represents accessible sportbike thrills for experienced riders seeking everyday practicality.
Both are sport bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 Bimota KB4RC: Built for spirited canyon carving and track-day performance, prioritizing razor-sharp handling over practicality.
2026 Ducati Supersport 950: Designed as a versatile sport-touring machine that blends Ducati's V-twin character with everyday usability and spirited backroad riding.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Bimota KB4RC if you want more power, more torque, lighter weight and a bigger tank. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Bimota KB4RC | 2026 Ducati Supersport 950 |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Color Options | Black/yellow/gold/red | Ducati Red |
| Comments | Carbon fiber bodywork. | Quick shipt up/down. Adjustable windscreen. Power modes. Ride modes. Traction control. Wheelie control. |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches) | 937.0 ccm (57.18 cubic inches) |
| CO2 Emissions | 5 CO2 g/km | - |
| Engine Type | In-line four, four-stroke | V-Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) | 94.0 x 67.5 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 11.8:1 | 12.6:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Lubrication System | Forced Lubrication, wet sump | - |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg) |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓140.1 HP (103.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM | 110.0 HP (80.3 kW) @ 9000 RPM |
| Torque | ✓111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM | 93.0 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.7492 HP/kg (dry) | 0.5978 HP/kg (dry) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Front frame trellis made by Hi-resistance steel with Aluminum alloy plates billet machined | Tubular steel Trellis frame attached to the chylinders head |
| Front Suspension | Öhlins front fork FG R and and T 43 NIX30 | Fully adjustable 43 mm USD Marzocchi fork |
| Rear Suspension | Aluminum alloy Swingarm billet with Öhlins ttX 36 | Progressive linkage with adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm. |
| Front Wheel Travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 122 mm (4.8 inches) | 144 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° | 24.0° |
| Trail | 101 mm (4.0 inches) | 91 mm (3.6 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | - |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-disc | Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self bleeding master cylinder |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Double disc | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted Brembo. |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-Z17 | 120/70-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 190/50-ZR17 | 180/55-17 |
| ABS | - | Yes |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1390 mm (54.7 inches) | 1478 mm (58.2 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2050 mm (80.7 inches) | 2095 mm (82.5 inches) |
| Overall Width | 774 mm (30.5 inches) | 860 mm (33.9 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1150 mm (45.3 inches) | 1320 mm (52.0 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓810 mm (31.9 inches) | ✓810 mm (31.9 inches) |
| Dry weight | 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds) | ✓184.0 kg (405.7 pounds) |
| Wet Weight | ✓194.0 kg (427.7 pounds) | 205.0 kg (451.9 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓19.50 litres (5.15 US gallons) | 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts) | - |
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