Enduro 400

1987 KTM Enduro 400 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1987 KTM Enduro 400 enduro - offroad motorcycle, KTM features a 344 cc (21 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 6,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 49.4 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the Enduro 400 measures 114 kg (251 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.71 kg per horsepower). The 10-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 115 km/h (71 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's KTM archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1987 to 1990, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.