2008 KTM 990 Adventure

KTM 990 Adventure 2008


2008 KTM 990 Adventure specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

KTM's profilation of this bike
With even more displacement, an electronic fuel injection, regulated catalytic converter and an ABS System, the 990 Adventure is now elevated to the highest technical level in matters of safety and emission control, which is now regulated to conform to EURO III standards.

General information
Model KTM 990 Adventure
Model year 2008
Category Enduro / offroad
Rating 4.0  Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Power output 96.6 HP (70.5 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 95.0 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 11.5:1
Bore x stroke 101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Denso battery ignition
Lubrication system Pressure lubrication
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Exhaust system 2 x premium steel with three-way-catalyser
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Tubular chromoly space frame, powder-coated
Rake (fork angle) 26.6°
Trail 119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front suspension WP USD, 48 mm
Front wheel travel 250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear suspension WP monoshock PDS with hydr. spring preload
Rear wheel travel 255 mm (10.0 inches)
Front tire 90/90-21
Rear tire 150/70-18
Front brakes Double disc. ABS
Diameter 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS
Diameter 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.4852 HP/kg
Seat height 880 mm (34.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance 261 mm (10.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Fuel capacity 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Orange/black, black
Starter Electric
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