2016
KTM 1050 Adventure - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 334406 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 1050 Adventure |
| Year | 2016 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Bremo |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP upside-down Ø 43 mm |
| Frontwheeltravel | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Rake | 26.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Bremo. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP monoshock |
| Rearwheeltravel | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 103.0 x 63.0 mm (4.1 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 1050.00 ccm (64.07 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 5/16 X Ring. Primary drive: 40:76. |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Enginetype | 75° V arrangement |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition |
| Lubricationsystem | Forced oil lubrication with 3 rotor pumps |
| Power | 95.00 HP (69.3 kW)) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/Black |
|---|---|
| Comments | Small windscreen. Ride-by-wire system. Traction control with different modes. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 212.0 kg (467.4 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 23.00 litres (6.08 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.4481 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.