2013
KTM 990 SM R - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 492113 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 990 SM R |
| Year | 2013 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 ROMA PA |
| Frontwheeltravel | 280 mm (11.0 inches) |
| Rake | 24.4° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP Suspension 4618 BAVP DCC |
| Rearwheeltravel | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 5/16 X Ring. Primary drive: 35:67. |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Enginetype | 75° V arrangement |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment |
| Lubricationsystem | Dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps |
| Power | 113.99 HP (83.2 kW)) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Gray/white/orange |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 195 mm (7.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.5937 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 875 mm (34.4 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.