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KTM 990 Adventure 2008 specs

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KTM 990 Adventure 2008 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
KTM
Model
990 Adventure
Year
2008
Category
Enduro / Off-Road

Performance and Speed

Power to Weight Ratio
0.4852 HP/kg
Torque
95.00

Dimensions and Weight

Dry Weight
199.0 kg / 438.7 pounds
Ground Clearance
261 mm / 10.3 inches
Trail
119 mm / 4.7 inches
Wheelbase
1,570 mm / 61.8 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
101.0 x 62.4 mm / 4.0 x 2.5 inches
Engine Capacity
999.00 cc / 60.96 cubic inches
Compression
11.5:1
Engine Type
V2
Ignition
Denso battery ignition
Starter
Electric
2 / 4 Stroke
4
Valves / Cylinder
4
Exhaust system
2 x premium steel with three-way-catalyser

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Gearbox
6-speed
Clutch
Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Lubrication System
Pressure lubrication

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
DOHC
Fuel Capacity
22.00 litres / 5.81 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension
WP USD, 48 mm
Front Suspension Travel
250 mm / 9.8 inches
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

Tires and Rims

Front Tire Dimensions
90/90-21
Rear Tire Dimensions
150/70-18

Brakes

Front Brakes
Double disc. ABS
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm / 11.8 inches
Rear Brakes
Single disc. ABS
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm / 9.4 inches

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Colour Options
Orange/black, black

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