1986
KTM 300 GS Enduro Sport - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 539177 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 300 GS Enduro Sport |
| Year | 1986 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 3.00-21 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 4.50-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 71.0 x 69.0 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 15.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 273.00 ccm (16.66 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Power | 16.00 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 110.0 km/h (68.4 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 9.50 litres (2.51 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 117.0 kg (257.9 pounds) |
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.