2003
KTM 50 Junior Adventure - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 373825 |
|---|---|
| Category | Minibike-cross |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 50 Junior Adventure |
| Year | 2003 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 90 mm (3.5 inches) |
| Fronttyre | 2.50-10 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 90 mm (3.5 inches) |
| Reartyre | 2.50-10 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 205 mm (8.1 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 39.5 x 40.0 mm (1.6 x 1.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 49.80 ccm (3.04 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Alternateseatheight | 610 mm (24.0 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
|---|---|
| Dryweight | 38.2 kg (84.2 pounds) |
| Fuelcapacity | 2.00 litres (0.53 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Seatheight | 585 mm (23.0 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.