2001
KTM Duke II 640 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 225781 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | Duke II 640 |
| Year | 2001 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-HR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Reartyre | 160/60-HR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 101.0 x 78.0 mm (4.0 x 3.1 inches) |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 625.00 ccm (38.14 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Power | 55.00 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 7250 RPM |
| Topspeed | 177.0 km/h (110.0 mph) |
| Torque | 58.00 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 42.8 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 12.00 litres (3.17 gallons) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.3793 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 860 mm (33.9 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.