2017KTM 1090 Adventure

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The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure is a mid-weight adventure bike designed for riders seeking a balanced blend of on-road capability and genuine off-road performance. Known for its lightweight trellis frame, sophisticated WP suspension with 185mm front travel, and user-friendly 850mm seat height, it excels at long-distance touring across varied terrain. Equipped with Brembo ABS brakes and Metzeler Tourance tires, the 1090 Adventure delivers dependable handling for both pavement and gravel exploration.

Capacity: 1050.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 205.0 kg
Seat height: 850 mm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail75%

Cornering82%

City riding65%

Daily riding70%

Touring85%

Two-up70%

Track55%

Best for: Built as a versatile sport-touring adventure bike that can handle long highway stretches, twisty roads, and moderate off-road excursions with equal competence.
Built for: A muscular, aggressive V2 adventure bike that rewards confident throttle input with strong midrange power and agile handling for its class.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for shorter riders or absolute beginners seeking a light, low, low-maintenance commuter bike.

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At 850mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1050.0 ccm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.2 kW)
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6098 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 103.0 x 63.0 mm
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition
Lubrication system: Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1560 mm
Seat height: 850 mm
Dry weight: 205.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.00 litres
Ground clearance: 220 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated
Front suspension: WP upside-down Ø 43 mm
Rear suspension: WP monoshock
Front wheel travel: 185 mm
Rear wheel travel: 190 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Brembo
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Brembo.
Rear brakes diameter: 267 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 110/80-R19
Rear tyre: 150/90-R17