2008
KTM 990 Superduke R - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 515645 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 990 Superduke R |
| Year | 2008 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Trellis, carbon fibre, aluminum |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Adjustable WP steering damper |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rake | 22.7° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP monoshock |
| Reartyre | 180/55-17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 166 mm (6.5 inches) |
| Trail | 94 mm (3.7 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | 2 x premium steel with three-way-catalyser |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | 2 X keihin |
| 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 |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black/Orange |
|---|---|
| Comments | Racebike made in a limited edition of 600 units. |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 18.50 litres (4.89 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
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.