The KTM 500 EXC motorcycle specifications include a 510.4 cc (31.14 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 111.5 kg (245.8 lb).
Key specifications
The 2012 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the KTM 500 EXC compares
This compares the motorcycle with all KTM models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the KTM database average.
About 15% higher than the KTM database average. Around the 69th percentile across KTM models.
About 8% taller than the KTM database average. Around the 90th percentile across KTM models.
About 10% smaller than the KTM database average. Around the 63rd percentile across KTM models.
KTM database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the KTM specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
510 cc — larger displacement than about 69% of KTM models.
970 mm — taller than about 90% of KTM models.
9.5 L — larger than about 63% of KTM fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with KTM average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across KTM models where that dimension is available.
1,482
1,436
3% above average.
970
895
8% above average.
345
304
14% above average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 90/90-21 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 140/80-18 |
| Front tire width | 90 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Front rim diameter | 21 in |
| Rear tire width | 140 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 80% |
| Rear rim diameter | 18 in |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.32:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 510.4 cc (31.14 cu in) |
| Bore × stroke | 95.0 x 72 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection. Keihin EFI, flow restrictor 42 mm |
| Fuel control | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Lubrication | Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi disk clutch, Brembo hydraulics |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4. Subframe: Aluminium. |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | WP-USD 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | WP-PDS shock absorber |
| Front wheel travel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 330 mm (13.0 inches) |
| Rake | 26.5° |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 90/90-21 |
| Rear tire | 140/80-18 |
| Wheels | 1.60 x 21´´; 2.15 x 18´´ Excel |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 111.5 kg (245.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 970 mm (38.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,482 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 345 mm (13.6 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 9.50 L (2.51 US gal) |
|---|
Other specifications
| Color options | Orange/white/black |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | Aluminium |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from KTM models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official KTM information before relying on them. Visit the official KTM website.