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58/100Balanced
Power/Weight
0.59 hp/kg
Engine
999 ccm
Technical Overview
2013 KTM 990 SM R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in KTM's super motard motorcycle lineup, the 2013 KTM 990 SM R pairs a 999 cc (61 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 114 HP (83.2 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 114.1 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 990 SM R measures 192 kg (423 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.59 HP/kg (1.68 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 875 mm (34.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,505 mm (59.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
114.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.59 HP/kg (1.68 kg/HP)
Standover Height
875 mm (34.4 in)
Engine
Displacement999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine Details75° V arrangement
Power114.0 HP (83.2 kW))
Bore x Stroke101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
IgnitionContactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
LubricationDry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
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