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1989

Incas 600 LC 4

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48 /100 Balanced
Power
45 HP
Top Speed
150 km/h
Engine
553 ccm

1989 KTM Incas 600 LC 4 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in KTM's motorcycle lineup, the 1989 KTM Incas 600 LC 4 utilizes a 553 cc (33.7 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 45 HP (32.8 kW) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 81.4 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Incas 600 LC 4 measures 140 kg (309 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.11 kg per horsepower). The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 150 km/h (93 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's KTM archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1989 to 1990, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
81.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.32 HP/kg (3.11 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 553.0 ccm (33.74 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 45.0 HP (32.8 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Compression 9.5:1
Bore x Stroke 95.0 x 78.0 mm (3.7 x 3.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-21
Rear Tyre 120/80-18
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 140.0 kg (308.6 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
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