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790 Adventure R

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55 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.5 hp/kg
Torque
88 Nm
Engine
799 ccm

2020 Ktm 790 Adventure R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Ktm for the allround motorcycle segment, the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure R relies on a 799 cc (48.8 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 93.9 HP (68.5 kW) while maximum torque reaches 88 Nm (64.9 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 117.5 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 790 Adventure R measures 189 kg (417 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.5 HP/kg (2.01 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 910 mm (35.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.19 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 477 km (296 miles) between fill-ups.

Within MotoLibrary's Ktm archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2019 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
117.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.5 HP/kg (2.01 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~477 km (296 mi)
Engine
Displacement 799.0 ccm (48.75 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Power 93.9 HP (68.5 kW))
Torque 88.0 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 64.9 ft.lbs)
Bore x Stroke 88.0 x 65.7 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel System Injection
Ignition Bosch EMS with RBW
Lubrication Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Performance
Fuel Consumption 4.19 litres/100 km (23.9 km/l or 56.14 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 97.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Front Suspension 48mm WP upside-down
Front Travel 270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear Suspension WP shock absorber with Pro-Lever linkage
Rear Travel 270 mm (10.6 inches)
Ground Clearance 263 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Double disc. 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode, disengageable)
Rear Brake Ø 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.4967 HP/kg
Seat Height 910 mm (35.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black/Orange/White/Blue
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Intermediate
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Best For
All-Round & Adventure
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Seat Height
91 cm / 35.8 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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