2020
KTM 790 Duke L - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 502194 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 790 Duke L |
| Year | 2020 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP upside-down |
| Frontwheeltravel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rake | 24.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP shock absorber with Pro-Lever linkage |
| Rearwheeltravel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Wheels | Maxxis Supermaxx ST tires |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 88.0 x 65.7 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 799.00 ccm (48.75 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Bosch EMS with RBW |
| Lubricationsystem | Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps |
| Power | 93.87 HP (68.5 kW)) |
| Torque | 86.00 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange, black |
|---|---|
| Light | LED headlight |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 186 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.5554 HP/kg |
| Reservefuelcapacity | 4.40 litres (1.16 gallons) |
| Seatheight | 825 mm (32.5 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.