presentation of the 990 Adventure R 2010
Like its cousins, the KTM Adventure has its own R version. Its presentation goes hand in hand with the facelift of thestandard Adventure. With the new SM-R and SM-T, Katoche has really got the wind in its sails in 2009 when it comes to off-road sport and travel.
A sporty version of a big road-going trail bike, that was daring! So what has the orange brand come up with for this replacement for theold S version ? Firstly, more flexibility, more power, less vibration thanks to a new crankshaft, and no less than 17 extra horsepower from the LC8 block. The Adventure R boasts 115 hp for 207 kg - and that's saying something! The WP suspensions have been improved, with increased travel from 210 to 265 mm at both front and rear.
The 2 kg gained over thestandard Adventure won't be noticeable, and neither will the slight facelift on the tourer. Discreet but present pencil strokes make their presence felt on the fairing, while retaining that massive, cut-throat look. More serious than radiant, the colors chosen oscillate between dark and striking. The matte black exterior is adorned with touches of white, discreetly enhanced by an orange frame and a narrower, two-tone seat. A new dashboard completes the package, for this grand dame of the roads who's just waiting to get riled up on her handlebars.
Key facts KTM 990 Adventure R (2010) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Plus the watts
- Best suspensions
Weak points
- Saddle height
Prices
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13,950€
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Performance
- Max speed : 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
History
Specifications KTM 990 Adventure R 2010
- Chassis
- Frame : chromium-molybdenum tubular mesh
- Fuel capacity : 19.50 liters (5.15 US gallons)
- Seat height : 915 mm (36.02 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,570 mm (61.81 in)
- Dry weight : 207 kg (456 lb)
- Front axle
- telescopic fork Ø 48 mm, Wheel travel : 265 mm (10.43 in)
- Braking 2 Brembo discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in)
- Front tire : 90 / 90 - 21 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.4 bar
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- monoshock, Wheel travel : 265 mm (10.43 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 240 mm (9.45 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 150 / 70 - 18 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.6 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder 75° V-shaped , 4 strokes
- Injection
- Cooling system : liquid
- 2 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 999 cc
- 115 ch (113.40 hp) to 8,750 rpm
- 10 mkg to 6,750 rpm
- Power-to-Weight Ratio : 1.83 kg/ch
- Torque-to-Weight Ratio : 20.7 kg/mkg
- Compression : 11.5:1
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS standard
- Practical information
Essentials
Gallery
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Compare the 990 Adventure R to its competitors
Compared to its 5 direct competitors, this 990 Adventure R offers a fairly balanced positioning, sitting right in the middle of the category. On the spec sheet, it highlights power output of 115 ch and top speed of 200 km/h. With 10 Nm of torque, it feels a bit less lively during mid-range roll-ons.
Acceleration
Fuel consumption
Range
Torque
Power
Power-to-Weight ratio
Torque-to-Weight ratio
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 990 Adventure R 2010
- What is the power of the 990 Adventure R?
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The 990 Adventure R 2010 develops a power of 115 ch (113.40 hp)
- What is the torque of the 990 Adventure R?
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The maximum torque of the 990 Adventure R 2010 is 10 mkg to 6,750 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 990 Adventure R?
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The 990 Adventure R 2010 is capable of reaching a top speed of 200 km/h (124.30 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 990 Adventure R?
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The 990 Adventure R 2010 has a a dry weight of 207 kg (456 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the 990 Adventure R?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 990 Adventure R 2010 offers a minimum seat height of 915 mm (36.02 in).
- What is the price of the 990 Adventure R?
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The price of the 990 Adventure R 2010 is 13,950€ in France
- What size tires should I put on my 990 Adventure R?
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The standard size for a 990 Adventure R 2010 is 90 / 90 - 21 for the front, and 150 / 70 - 18 for the rear.
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