2017
KTM 500 EXC Six Days - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 486997 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 500 EXC Six Days |
| Year | 2017 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chrome-molybdenum steel central-tube frame |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP-USD Xplor 48 with preload adjuster |
| Frontwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rake | 26.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP Xplor PDS shock absorber |
| Rearwheeltravel | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Seat | Seat for improved long-distance comfort |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 72.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 510.40 ccm (31.14 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4 |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS |
| Lubricationsystem | Pressure circulation lubrication with two rotary pumps |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/white/red/blue |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 107.0 kg (235.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 8.50 litres (2.25 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 355 mm (14.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 960 mm (37.8 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.