1984
KTM 500 K 4 Enduro - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 449523 |
|---|---|
| Category | Cross-motocross |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 500 K 4 Enduro |
| Year | 1984 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 3.00-21 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 4.00-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 89.0 x 81.0 mm (3.5 x 3.2 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 9.8:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 504.00 ccm (30.75 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Power | 36.00 HP (26.3 kW)) @ 7000 RPM |
| Topspeed | 143.0 km/h (88.9 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 156.0 kg (343.9 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.