Adventure Motorcycles

2022KTM 790 Adventure

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The 2022 KTM 790 Adventure is a mid-size adventure bike with a low-slung tank for better balance. 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)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail40%

Cornering20%

City riding5%

Daily riding5%

Touring5%

Two-up0%

Track5%

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.

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At 850mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2022 KTM 790 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based 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.

Full specifications

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: October 2026.

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	2022	2023	2024
Capacity	799 cc	799 cc	799 cc	799 cc	799 cc
Dry weight	189 kg	189 kg	189 kg	199 kg	203 kg
Seat height	850 mm	850 mm	850 mm	840 mm	840 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L