2008
KTM 950 Supermoto R - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 196973 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 950 Supermoto R |
| Year | 2008 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Tubular chrome-moly space frame, powder-coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP USD |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rake | 25.4° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP-Monoshock |
| Reartyre | 70/17-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Trail | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 100.0 x 60.0 mm (3.9 x 2.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Multi-disc wet clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 942.00 ccm (57.48 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Twin stainless-stell silencer with catalytic converter |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | 2 X keihin |
| Lubricationsystem | Forced oil lubrication |
| Power | 96.55 HP (70.5 kW)) @ 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 94.00 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black, orange |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 14.50 litres (3.83 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.5055 HP/kg |
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.