2006
KTM 50 Senior Adventurer - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 778436 |
|---|---|
| Category | Minibike-cross |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 50 Senior Adventurer |
| Year | 2006 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Central double-cradle-type frame |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Marzocchi 32 mm (1.26 inches) |
| Rake | 24.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 90 mm (3.5 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | PAIOLI monoshock |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 39.5 x 40.0 mm (1.6 x 1.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Centrifugal clutch (adjustable) |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Aluminum |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Dell´Orto PHVA 14DS |
| Ignition | Seletra analog |
| Lubricationsystem | 0,15- 0,2 l Motorex ATF Super |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Kick |
|---|
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 38.4 kg (84.7 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 2.00 litres (0.53 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 255 mm (10.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 650 mm (25.6 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.