The KTM 990 Adventure motorcycle specifications include a 999 cc (60.96 cu in) engine, power of 96.6 hp (70.5 kW) @ 8,500 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 199 kg (438.7 lb).
Key specifications
2007-2013Model years
999 ccDisplacement
96.6 hpPower
95.0 Nm @ 6,500 rpmTorque
199 kgDry weight
860 mmSeat height
22 LFuel tank
1,570 mmWheelbase
Model years covered
2007200820092010201120122013
Year-specific specification changes
The 2007 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
Dry weight
20092011209 kg (460.8 lb)
20122013209.5 kg (461.9 lb)
Engine type
20082009V2, four-stroke
2011V2, two-stroke
Final drive
201116:42. Primary drive: 35:67. X-Ring 5/8 x 5/16.
Frame
20092010Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated
2011Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated. Subframe: Aluminium.
20122013Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
Front brakes
2008Double disc. ABS
20092010Double disc. 2 x Brembo two piston, floating caliper, floating brake disc. ABS.
2012Double disc. Twin-disc brake with floating brake calipers and brake discs. ABS.
2013Double disc. Floating disc. ABS.
Front suspension
20082009WP USD, 48 mm
2010WP USD fork
2011WP USD 48 mm (1.89 in)
20122013WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA
Fuel system
2008Injection
20092010Injection. Keihin electronic fuel injection
20112012Injection. Keihin
2013Injection
Power
2011104.6 hp (76.4 kW) @ 8,250 rpm
2013113.3 hp (82.7 kW)
Rear brakes
2008Single disc. ABS
20092010Single disc. Brembo two piston, floating caliper, floating brake disc. ABS.
2012Single disc. Floating brake caliper and brake disc
2013Single disc. Floating disc.
Rear suspension
2009WP monoshock PDS with hydraulic spring preload
20102011WP mono shock PDS with hydr. spring preload
20122013WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC PA
Rear tire
20112012150/70-R18
Torque
20092012100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 6,750 rpm
Clutch
20102011Wet mDouble disk clutch, operated hydraulically
20122013Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated
Exhaust system
20102011Twin stainless steel silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Front wheel travel
2008250 mm (9.8 inches)
20092012210 mm (8.3 inches)
2013190 mm (7.5 inches)
Fuel capacity
2009201219.50 L (5.15 US gal)
201320.00 L (5.28 US gal)
Ignition
20082010Denso battery ignition
20122013Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
Lubrication
20122013Dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
Power/weight ratio
200920100.5004 hp/kg
20110.5005 hp/kg
201220130.5409 hp/kg
Rear wheel travel
2008255 mm (10.0 inches)
20092012210 mm (8.3 inches)
2013190 mm (7.5 inches)
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc (60.96 cu in) |
| Power | 96.6 hp (70.5 kW) @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque | 95.0 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) @ 6,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Mikuni BST 40 |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Kokusan digital DC-CDI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Pressure lubrication |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Tubular chromoly space frame, powder-coated |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | WP USD Ø 48 mm (1.89 |
| Rear suspension | WP monoshock PDS with hydr. spring preload |
| Front wheel travel | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Rake | 26.6° |
| Trail | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 90/90-21 |
| Rear tire | 150/70-18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 199 kg (438.7 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 860 mm (33.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,570 mm (61.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 261 mm (10.3 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 L (5.81 US gal) |
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Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4852 hp/kg |
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Other specifications
| Exhaust system | 2 x premium steel with three-way-catalyser |
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