2011
KTM 990 Supermoto - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 166613 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 990 Supermoto |
| Year | 2011 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated. Subframe: Aluminium. |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP USD 48 mm (1.89 in) |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Rake | 24.9° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP mono shock |
| Reartyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Trail | 110 mm (4.3 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 | 17:41. Primary drive: 35:67. |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Twin stainless-steel silencer with regulated catalytic converters |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS |
| Lubricationsystem | Pressure lubrication with 2 pumps |
| Power | 113.99 HP (83.2 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 97.00 Nm (9.9 kgf-m or 71.5 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black/Orange |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 191.0 kg (421.1 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 195 mm (7.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.5968 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.