400 SXC

1999 KTM 400 SXC Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by KTM for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1999 KTM 400 SXC relies on a 398 cc (24.3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 42 HP (30.7 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 105.5 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 400 SXC measures 117 kg (258 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.79 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,510 mm (59.4 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 9-liter (2.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 150 km/h (93 mph).