Adventure Motorcycles
2012KTM 990 Adventure
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The 2012 KTM 990 Adventure is a versatile dual-sport machine built for adventurous riders seeking serious off-road capability combined with highway comfort. Its 999cc V-twin engine delivers 113 horsepower and punchy torque, making it equally at home on challenging terrain or long-distance touring. Known for its robust construction and excellent handling, it excels at bridging the gap between pure adventure touring and aggressive trail riding.
- Capacity
- 999.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 209.5 kg
- Seat height
- 880 mm
- Power
- 113.3 HP
What’s new for the 2012 KTM 990 Adventure
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) | 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| Power | 104.60 HP | 113.3 HP |
| Torque | 100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 6750 | 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM |
| Weight | 209.0 kg (460.8 pounds) | 209.5 kg (461.9 pounds) |
| Seat height | 860 mm (33.9 inches) | 880 mm (34.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.50 litres (5.15 gallons) | 19.50 litres (5.15 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | WP USD 48 mm (1.89 in) | WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA |
| Rear suspension | WP mono shock PDS with hydr. spring preload | WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC PA |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Twin-disc brake with floating brake calipers and brake discs. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Floating brake caliper and brake disc |
| Wheelbase | 1,570 mm (61.8 inches) | 1570 mm (61.8 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile V-twin adventure machine that handles fast tarmac roads, mountain passes, and moderate off-road tracks with equal confidence.
- Built for
- A torquey, muscular V-twin adventure bike that rewards assertive riding with strong midrange power and agile, long-travel suspension for tackling varied terrain.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for shorter riders, absolute beginners, or anyone seeking a lightweight, low-maintenance commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 999.0 ccm
- Power
- 113.3 HP
- Torque
- 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m) @ 6750 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5408 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 101.0 x 62.4 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
- Lubrication system
- Dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1570 mm
- Seat height
- 880 mm
- Dry weight
- 209.5 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 261 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
- Front suspension
- WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA
- Rear suspension
- WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC PA
- Front wheel travel
- 210 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 210 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.6°
- Trail
- 119 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Twin-disc brake with floating brake calipers and brake discs. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Floating brake caliper and brake disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R18
Other
- Color options
- White/orange/black
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2007 | 2009 | 2010 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds) | 209.0 kg (460.8 pounds) | 209.0 kg (460.8 pounds) | 209.5 kg (461.9 pounds) | 209.5 kg (461.9 pounds) |
| Seat height | 860 mm (33.9 inches) | 860 mm (33.9 inches) | 860 mm (33.9 inches) | 880 mm (34.6 inches) | 880 mm (34.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 litres (5.81 gallons) | 19.50 litres (5.15 gallons) | 19.50 litres (5.15 gallons) | 19.50 litres (5.15 gallons) | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) |
| Color options | — | Orange, black | Orange/black | White/orange/black | Blue, white |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the KTM 990 Adventure?
The 2012 KTM 990 Adventure has a Capacity of 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 990 Adventure have?
The 2012 KTM 990 Adventure has a Power of 113.3 HP.
How many gears does the KTM 990 Adventure have?
The 2012 KTM 990 Adventure has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the KTM 990 Adventure?
The 2012 KTM 990 Adventure has a Torque of 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM.
How much does the KTM 990 Adventure weigh?
The 2012 KTM 990 Adventure has a Dry weight of 209.5 kg (461.9 pounds).
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