Naked Motorcycles
2006KTM 990 Super Duke Orange
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The 2006 KTM 990 Superduke Orange is a powerful naked bike designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and sharp handling. Powered by a 999cc single-cylinder engine delivering 118 horsepower, it excels at aggressive street riding and track days. Known for its distinctive orange styling and lightweight trellis frame, this Austrian-built machine offers uncompromising sportiness.
- Capacity
- 999.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 184.0 kg
- Seat height
- 855 mm
- Power
- 118.0 HP (86.8 kW) @ 9000 RPM
What’s new for the 2006 KTM 990 Super Duke Orange
vs the 2005| Spec | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) | 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Front suspension | WP-USD 48 mm (1.89´) | WP-USD 48 mm (1.89 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston caliper | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 1-piston caliper | Single disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built primarily as a street-focused naked bike excelling at aggressive backroad riding and spirited urban blasts rather than long-distance cruising.
- Built for
- Expect a raw, torquey, and visceral riding experience with sharp handling, minimal wind protection, and an aggressive naked-bike character.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right choice for riders seeking a plush, wind-protected long-haul tourer, a passenger-friendly cruiser, or any serious off-road capability.
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
- 118.0 HP (86.8 kW) @ 9000 RPM
- Torque
- 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6413 HP/kg (dry)
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Kokusan DC-CDI
- Lubrication system
- Pressure lubrication
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1438 mm
- Overall width
- 990 mm
- Overall height
- 990 mm
- Seat height
- 855 mm
- Dry weight
- 184.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Chromium-molybdenum, powder-coated
- Front suspension
- WP-USD 48 mm (1.89 inches)
- Rear suspension
- WP - Monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 335 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.5°
- Trail
- 103 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
Other
- Color options
- Orange
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 | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Dry weight | 184 kg | 184 kg |
| Seat height | 855 mm | 855 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 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 Super Duke Orange?
The 2006 KTM 990 Super Duke Orange has a Capacity of 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 990 Super Duke Orange have?
The 2006 KTM 990 Super Duke Orange has a Power of 118.0 HP (86.8 kW) @ 9000 RPM.
How many gears does the KTM 990 Super Duke Orange have?
The 2006 KTM 990 Super Duke Orange has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the KTM 990 Super Duke Orange?
The 2006 KTM 990 Super Duke Orange has a Torque of 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the KTM 990 Super Duke Orange weigh?
The 2006 KTM 990 Super Duke Orange has a Dry weight of 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds).
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