Adventure Motorcycles
2013KTM 990 Adventure
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The 2013 KTM 990 Adventure is a capable adventure tourer powered by a 999cc V-twin engine producing 113 horsepower. Built for riders seeking serious off-road and long-distance touring capability, it combines genuine dirt-bike heritage with practical features like fuel injection and liquid cooling. Known for its lightweight construction and versatile performance across varied terrain, this model excels as both a weekend explorer and expedition platform.
- Capacity
- 999.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 209.5 kg
- Seat height
- 880 mm
- Power
- 113.3 HP (83.3 kW)
What’s new for the 2013 KTM 990 Adventure
vs the 2012| Spec | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM | not listed |
| Fuel capacity | 19.50 litres (5.15 US gallons) | 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Twin-disc brake with floating brake calipers and brake discs. ABS. | Double disc. Floating disc. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Floating brake caliper and brake disc | Single disc. Floating disc. |
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 (83.3 kW)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5408 HP/kg (dry)
- 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
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
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
- 20.00 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
- 190 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 190 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.6°
- Trail
- 119 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating disc. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Floating disc.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R18
Other
- Color options
- Blue, white
- Comments
- Small windscreen.
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 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Dry weight | 199 kg | 209 kg | 209 kg | 210 kg | 210 kg |
| Seat height | 860 mm | 860 mm | 860 mm | 880 mm | 880 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 19.5 L | 19.5 L | 19.5 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 990 Adventure?
The 2013 KTM 990 Adventure has a Capacity of 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 990 Adventure have?
The 2013 KTM 990 Adventure has a Power of 113.3 HP (83.3 kW).
How many gears does the KTM 990 Adventure have?
The 2013 KTM 990 Adventure has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the KTM 990 Adventure weigh?
The 2013 KTM 990 Adventure has a Dry weight of 209.5 kg (461.9 pounds).
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