With its self confident, bull-like appearance, the KTM 990 Supermoto manages to put on a show - even when on its stand. Set it in motion, and you’re practically unbeatable.
What’s the magic formula that makes our bikes so much fun? It’s no secret. Take the 990 Supermoto. No other manufacturer comes even close to being as consequent as KTM. The extremely compact LC8 engine weighs only 58 kg, making it the lightest Twin in the 1,000 cc class. The stable chromium-molybdenum frame, weighing only 11 kg, is a real lightweight. The short, 1,510 mm wheelbase together with the radical 64.6° steering head angle guarantees an extremely sporty riding experience. The finely tuned WP chassis is as convincing on country roads as it is on the motorway.
What’s the magic formula that makes our bikes so much fun? It’s no secret. Take the 990 Supermoto. No other manufacturer comes even close to being as consequent as KTM. The extremely compact LC8 engine weighs only 58 kg, making it the lightest Twin in the 1,000 cc class. The stable chromium-molybdenum frame, weighing only 11 kg, is a real lightweight. The short, 1,510 mm wheelbase together with the radical 64.6° steering head angle guarantees an extremely sporty riding experience. The finely tuned WP chassis is as convincing on country roads as it is on the motorway.
In a word: The KTM 990 Supermoto feels as light as a single cylinder and goes like the devil.
Engine type Twin cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement 999 cc
Bore x stroke 101 x 62.4 mm (3.98 x 2.46")
Performance (homologated) 85 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max. torque 97 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Compression ratio 11.5:1
Starter / Battery E-Starter / 12 V 11.2 Ah
Transmission 6 gears, dog-clutch engagement
Fuel Mixture Generation Keihin EMS with EPT
Control DOHC
Lubrication Pressure lubrication
Engine lubrication 10W50
Primary drive 67:35
Final drive 17:41
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Motor Management Keihin EMS
Frame Tubular chromoly space frame, powder-coated
Subframe Aluminium
Handlebar Aluminium, conified
Front suspension WP USD Ø 48 mm (1.89")
Rear suspension WP monoshock
Suspension travel front / rear 200 / 210 mm (7.87 / 8.27")
Front brake 2 x Brembo 4-piston fixed caliper, radially bolted, 2 x floating brake disc Ø 305 mm (12")
Rear brake Brembo 2-piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 240 mm (9.45")
Rims, front / rear 3.5 x 17"; 5.5 x 17"
Tires, front / rear 120/70 ZR 17"; 180/55 ZR 17"
Main silencer 2 x premium steel with catalytic converter
Steering head angle 65.1°
Trail 110 mm (4.33")
Wheel base 1510 mm (59.45")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 195 mm (7.68")
Seat height 865 mm (34.05")
Fuel capacity approx. 19 liters (5.02 gal) / 2.5 liters reserve (0.66 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 191 kg (421.8 lbs)
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