2006
KTM 990 Superduke Black - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 708287 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 990 Superduke Black |
| Year | 2006 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chromium-molybdenum, powder-coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontsuspension | WP-USD 48 mm (1.89 inches) |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rake | 23.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP - Monoshock |
| Reartyre | 180/55-17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 335 mm (13.2 inches) |
| Trail | 103 mm (4.1 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 100.0 x 72.0 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Stainless steel with controlled catalytic converter |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Kokusan DC-CDI |
| Lubricationsystem | Pressure lubrication |
| Power | 118.00 HP (86.1 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black |
|---|---|
| Comments | Not available in the US. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 165 mm (6.5 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 990 mm (39.0 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.6413 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 855 mm (33.7 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.