2011
KTM 990 Super Duke - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 264556 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 990 Super Duke |
| Year | 2011 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder coated. Subframe: Aluminium 7020. |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP USD 48 mm (1.89 in) |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rake | 23.9° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP mono shock |
| Reartyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Trail | 101 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium wheels 3.5 x 17in., 5.5 x 17in. |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet mDouble disk clutch, operated hydraulically |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 16:38. Primary drive: 67:35. |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Stainless steel silencer with regulated catalytic converter |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Keihin EFI with EPT (Electric Power Throttle) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Lubricationsystem | Pressure lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps |
| Power | 118.01 HP (86.1 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/Black |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 18.50 litres (4.89 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.6345 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 850 mm (33.5 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.