Enduro Bikes
1999KTM 520 EXC Racing
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The 1999 KTM 520 EXC is a powerful enduro machine with a 510.4cc four-stroke and an 8.5-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 510.4 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 112.0 kg
- Seat height
- 925 mm
- Power
- Not on record
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for competitive cross-country and enduro racing, thriving on tight trails, technical terrain, and motocross-style tracks.
- Built for
- A raw, high-revving single-cylinder thumper with sharp, direct handling and no-frills racing focus.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting plush comfort, highway touring range, or an easy, low-maintenance daily commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →27
out of 100Below average
The KTM 520 EXC Racing passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 77.8% of the time, 6.3 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 27% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
77.8%Passed first time
12.6%Failed outright
9.5%Fixed during test
0Typical miles
902Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
33
27
20012002
Against its rivals · ranks 6 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yamaha XT 600 E | 62 Good | 12,003 |
| 2 | Suzuki XF 650 Freewind | 49 Average | 3,589 |
| 3 | Aprilia Pegaso 650 | 45 Average | 10,709 |
| 4 | Honda NX 650 Dominator | 42 Average | 9,284 |
| 5 | Husqvarna TE610 | 27 Below average | 293 |
| 6 | KTM 520 EXC Racing | 27 Below average | 902 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1481 mm
- Seat height
- 925 mm
- Dry weight
- 112.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm WP USD fork
- Rear suspension
- Fully adjustable WP
- Front wheel travel
- 295 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 320 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single 260 mm disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single 220 mm disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 140/80-18
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 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 510 cc | 510 cc | 510 cc | 510 cc | 510 cc |
| Dry weight | 112 kg | 112 kg | 112 kg | 112 kg | 112 kg |
| Seat height | 925 mm | 925 mm | 925 mm | 925 mm | 925 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8.5 L | 8.5 L | 9 L | 8.5 L | 8.5 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests | 33 Below average | 27 Below average |
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 520 EXC Racing?
The 1999 KTM 520 EXC Racing has a Capacity of 510.4 ccm (31.15 cubic inches).
How many gears does the KTM 520 EXC Racing have?
The 1999 KTM 520 EXC Racing has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the KTM 520 EXC Racing weigh?
The 1999 KTM 520 EXC Racing has a Dry weight of 112.0 kg (246.9 pounds).
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