The KTM 990 SM R motorcycle specifications include a 999 cc (60.96 cu in) engine, power of 114 hp (83.2 kW), a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 192 kg (423.3 lb).
Key specifications
How the KTM 990 SM R 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 61% higher than the KTM database average. Around the 81st percentile across KTM models.
About 125% higher than the KTM database average. Around the 93rd percentile across KTM models.
Very close to the KTM database average. Around the 36th percentile across KTM models.
About 42% larger than the KTM database average. Around the 85th 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.
114 hp — more powerful than about 81% of KTM models with power data.
999 cc — larger displacement than about 93% of KTM models.
875 mm — taller than about 36% of KTM models.
15 L — larger than about 85% 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.
1,505
1,436
5% above average.
875
895
Close to average.
195
304
36% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.594 hp/kg |
|---|---|
| Power-to-weight | 593.8 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 114.1 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.62:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc (60.96 cu in) |
| Power | 114 hp (83.2 kW) |
| Bore × stroke | 101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated |
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| Front suspension | WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 ROMA PA |
| Rear suspension | WP Suspension 4618 BAVP DCC |
| Front wheel travel | 280 mm (11.0 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rake | 24.4° |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 192 kg (423.3 lb) |
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| Seat height | 875 mm (34.4 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,505 mm (59.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 195 mm (7.7 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 L (3.96 US gal) |
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Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5937 hp/kg |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Gray/white/orange |
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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.