2008
KTM 144 SX - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 271387 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 144 SX |
| Year | 2008 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Cental double-cradle-type 25 CrMo4 |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontsuspension | WP USD 48 mm |
| Fronttyre | 80/100-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rake | 27.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearsuspension | WP monoshock PDS |
| Reartyre | 100/90-19 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 335 mm (13.2 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 56.0 x 58.5 mm (2.2 x 2.3 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 143.60 ccm (8.76 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Aluminium |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Keihin PWK 39 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Kokusan digital Magnet CDI |
| Lubricationsystem | Mixture oil lubrication 1:40 |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Kick |
|---|
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 90.8 kg (200.2 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 7.50 litres (1.98 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 390 mm (15.4 inches) |
| Seatheight | 925 mm (36.4 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.