Adventure Motorcycles
2021KTM 790 Adventure
38 fields on record
The 2021 KTM 790 Adventure is a mid-size adventure bike with a low-slung tank for better balance off-road. Its liquid-cooled 799cc parallel twin makes 93.9 hp and 88 Nm through a six-speed gearbox, with ABS standard. An 850 mm seat, 203 kg wet weight and a 20-litre tank suit long trips.
- Capacity
- 799.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Power
- 93.9 HP (68.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely as an entry-level electric minibike for learning basic balance, throttle control, and off-road confidence in a controlled, low-speed setting.
- Built for
- A simple, low-power, low-maintenance electric trainer bike with a single gear and modest suspension travel for casual backyard or track-day style riding.
- Not ideal for
- This is not suitable for adult riders, highway use, touring, passengers, or anyone seeking real off-road or speed performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 799.0 ccm
- Power
- 93.9 HP (68.5 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 97 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 88.0 Nm (9.0 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4968 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 88.0 x 65.7 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Bosch EMS with RBW
- Lubrication system
- Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1475 mm
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 203.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 233 mm
- Oil capacity
- 2.80 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
- Front suspension
- WP upside-down
- Rear suspension
- WP shock absorber with Pro-Lever linkage
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-18
Other
- Color options
- Orange, black
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 799 cc | 799 cc | 799 cc | 799 cc | 799 cc | 799 cc |
| Dry weight | 189 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg | 199 kg | 203 kg |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the KTM 790 Adventure?
The 2021 KTM 790 Adventure has a Capacity of 799.0 ccm (48.76 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 790 Adventure have?
The 2021 KTM 790 Adventure has a Power of 93.9 HP (68.5 kW).
How many gears does the KTM 790 Adventure have?
The 2021 KTM 790 Adventure has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the KTM 790 Adventure?
The 2021 KTM 790 Adventure has a Torque of 88.0 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 64.9 ft.lbs).
How much does the KTM 790 Adventure weigh?
The 2021 KTM 790 Adventure has a Dry weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
Shop this bike
Affiliate linksWe may earn a commission from qualifying eBay or Amazon purchases made through these links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Please log in or register if you'd like to leave a comment.
Own one? Add it to My Garage and write an owner review with an Owner badge.