2004
KTM 525 SMC USA - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 36676 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 525 SMC USA |
| Year | 2004 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | chromium molybdenum |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP-USD 48/26 MA/PA |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-17 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP-PDS-DA shock absorber |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 72.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 510.40 ccm (31.14 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Torque | 55.00 Nm (5.6 kgf-m or 40.6 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange |
|---|---|
| Comments | Available in the US only. |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Alternateseatheight | 675 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
|---|---|
| Dryweight | 106.3 kg (234.4 pounds) |
| Fuelcapacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 321 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Overallheight | 525 mm (20.7 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 525 mm (20.7 inches) |
| Seatheight | 914 mm (36.0 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.