LC4-E 400

1999 KTM LC4-E 400 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around KTM's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 1999 KTM LC4-E 400 relies on a 398 cc (24.3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 34 HP (24.8 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 85.4 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 LC4-E 400 measures 136 kg (300 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (4 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 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 155 km/h (96 mph).