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KTM 790 DUKE

 THE SHARPEST STREET WEAPON
 HIT THE APEX
EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

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THE NEW KTM 790 DUKE IS DEVASTATINGLY ACCURATE.
With the agility you would expect from a single, combined with the
hard-hitting punch of a twin, it carves corners with pinpoint precision.
Boasting the all-new 799cc LC8c parallel twin motor, nestled into one of
the lightest frames around, the new KTM 790 DUKE is all about being
fast where it counts – in the corners.
 CUTTING
THE SHARPEST LINES

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 CARVING
YOUR OWN PRECISE PATH

CONFIDENCE AND CONTROL mean you’ll experience

the thrill of two wheels as if it was your first time, every time.
There’s no need to back down when an apex appears on the
horizon – speed up, tip in and hold on tight all the way to your
KTM 790 DUKE exit point, purposely leaving your mark on cornering history.

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 CUTTING-EDGE
STREET WEAPON
RAZOR-SHARP DESIGN
The new KTM 790 DUKE takes some of its design
cues from the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R – most
obvious being the unique LED headlight cluster and
hunkered-down stance, set off by sharp lines and
signature KTM orange graphics.

COMPLETE CONTROL
Designed to make any rider feel in full control,
the KTM 790 DUKE features 4-way adjustable
handlebars, a comfortable, ergonomically designed
seating position and high-set foot pegs, perfectly
suited for more aggressive riding styles.

HIGHLIGHT

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 PRECISE ACTIONS
RELEASE EXTREME EMOTIONS

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 SHARP STYLE
LIGHTWEIGHT ADVANTAGE
THE LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT
A lot of the KTM 790 DUKE’s punch comes from
an all-new lightweight motor and frame package,
featuring an innovative cast aluminum sub frame,
keeping the chassis rigid and compact for sharper
turn-in, greater lean angles and more corner feel.

PINPOINT HANDLING PRECISION

The KTM 790 DUKE has a lot to brag about – agility
being the key point. With a set of tires which were
custom developed specifically for this bike, and
sophisticated Traction Control technology, we’ve
developed a bike that is perfectly suited for hours
of apex-clipping action.

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 DYNAMIC
HANDLING
THRILLING PERFORMANCE

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 AGILE POWER
ALL-NEW ENGINE
LIGHTWEIGHT AND COMPACT, A NEW 799 CC,
8-VALVE DOHC TWIN engine sits at the heart of the
new KTM 790 DUKE. Boasting exceptional efficiency with
class-leading levels of power and torque, this new parallel
twin is a lightweight force to be reckoned with.

To keep vibrations to a minimum, balancer shafts have been

placed in front of the crankshafts and in the cylinder head to
ensure the smoothest power delivery, while the slipper clutch
PERFECTION IN THE DETAILS Forged pistons combined
allows riders to enter corners confidently without locking up
with a DLC-coated piston pin to aid in the overall
the rear wheel under hard deceleration and downshifting.
piston weight and reciprocating mass reduction. This
means a faster revving engine with reduced engine
inertia for optimal handling.

RIDE MODES – PICK YOUR POISON

Riders can choose from four ride modes, namely SPORT for more
aggressive riding, STREET for urban and city riding, RAIN for when
things get a little slippery and the ultimate attack mode called TRACK.
This awards KTM 790 DUKE pilots the ability to adjust power outputs
and ABS settings, Traction Control slip levels, throttle response and
even disengage the anti-wheelie function for rear-wheel antics.
ENGINE
First oil filling for

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all KTM engines.
 SHARP AND
INTUITIVE
RIDING EXPERIENCE

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 COMPLETE
CONTROL
EVERY SPLIT SECOND

TFT DISPLAY With a state-of-the-art, full-color TFT display at the

helm, riders can access all vital information from RPM and ride
modes to ambient temperature and fuel levels with a quick glance.

The KTM 790 DUKE also boasts an impressive list of standard

electronic features such as cornering ABS with Supermoto
mode, Quickshifter+ for clutchless up- and downshifts and
lean-angle sensitive traction control, which allows you to push
even harder with full confidence and utmost accuracy.

Additionally, KTM MY RIDE is available as an optional feature,

which connects the rider to the world outside his helmet,
accessing incoming phone calls and music via Bluetooth
technology.

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 KTM POWERPARTS MOUNTED
> AKRAPOVIC “SLIP-ON LINE”
> WAVE BRAKE DISC (FRONT)
> FENDER (CARBON)
> HANDLEBAR END MIRRORS
KTM POWERPARTS allow you to intensify the performance,
> BRAKE LEVER
look and feel of your ride. Make aesthetic changes to better
> CLUTCH LEVER
reflect your personal attitude, fine-tune the function for your
> BRAKE RESERVOIR COVER (FRONT)
needs and adjust the performance to perfectly match your
> BRAKE RESERVOIR COVER (REAR)
individual riding style. Wherever you ride and however you like
> WAVE BRAKE DISC (REAR)
to attack the turns, KTM PowerParts have you covered!
> LICENSE PLATE HOLDER

FENDER (CARBON) Every gram of weight saving counts – it doesn’t

hurt that the carbon just looks so damn good either.

LIGHT
COMPONENTS
SUPERSPROX STEALTH REAR SPROCKET Good looks and
durability. Anodized aluminum inner ring reduces unsprung
weight while the high-strength steel teeth last longer than
standard sprockets.

KTM POWERPARTS
HARD-HITTING STYLE
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 KTM POWERPARTS MOUNTED
> AKRAPOVIC “SLIP-ON LINE”
> SILENCER BRACKET
> TRIPLE CLAMP
> BRAKE LEVER PROTECTION
> CLUTCH COVER PROTECTION
> SLIDE PADS

TRIPLE CLAMP CNC-machined high-strength aluminum triple

clamp gives the factory look, while providing more precise rider
feedback under hard braking and cornering.

INTENSIFY
BRAKE LEVER PROTECTION Designed to reduce the risk of
accidental front brake actuation while on the ride. YOUR RIDE
WITH KTM POWERPARTS
KTM POWERPARTS

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 STYLE AND KTM POWERWEAR is designed with both style and function

FUNCTION
in mind, offering KTM riders the protection, performance and
street presence they demand.

MEET PERFORMANCE

APEX JACKET Comfort, style, performance and protection – these

are the key words when describing our new APEX JACKET.
Featuring a breathable, wind- and water-resistant outer, and a
ventilated mesh inner it’s sure to keep you going in any weather.

RIDER WEARING KTM POWERWEAR

> STREET EVO HELMET
> APEX JACKET
> APEX PANTS
> GT SPORT GLOVES APEX PANTS Water-resistant, breathable, protective and
> S-MX 6 V2 BOOTS performance-ready. Look the part while you pin it in our
KTM POWERWEAR new APEX PANTS.

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 PERFECT PACKAGE
OF POWER AND AGILITY

» 169 KG DRY WEIGHT » ANTI-WHEELIE CAN BE SWITCHED OFF,

» ULTRA COMPACT 105 HP PARALLEL TWIN WHILE KEEPING THE TRACTION CONTROL
» MTC: CORNERING SENSITIVE TRACTION ACTIVATED
CONTROL » LAUNCH CONTROL FOR THOSE PERFECT
» CORNERING ABS WITH SUPERMOTO MODE STARTS
» QUICKSHIFTER + FOR CLUTCHLESS UP- » FULL COLOR TFT DISPLAY
AND DOWNSHIFTS » LED LIGHTS ALL AROUND
» MSR TO CONTROL YOUR ENGINE BRAKING » OPTIONAL KTM MY RIDE (PHONE AND MUSIC)
» 4 RIDE MODES TO QUICKLY CHANGE THE » A2 COMPATIBLE VERSION AVAILABLE
FEEL OF THE ENGINE AND LEVEL OF MTC
KTM 790 DUKE
» TRACK MODE THAT ALLOWS A CHOICE OF

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TECHNICAL
DATA SERVICES *

KTM 790 DUKE

ENGINE
ENGINE TYPE 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, DOHC Parallel twin
DISPLACEMENT 799 cc
KTM FINANCE
BORE / STROKE 88 / 65,7mm
Financing your ride couldn’t possibly be any easier. With KTM’s financial
POWER 77 kW (105 hp) @ 9,000 rpm partner, finding yourself seated on the bike of your dreams is simpler
TORQUE 87 Nm @ 8,000 rpm than you could’ve ever imagined. Motorcycle-specific, individually tailored
COMPRESSION RATIO 12.7:1 financial solutions enable our customers to race off in no time.
STARTER / BATTERY Electric / 12V 10Ah Contact your authorized KTM dealer for more information.
TRANSMISSION 6 gears
FUEL SYSTEM DKK Dell’Orto (Throttle body 46mm)
VALVE CONTROL 8 V / DOHC
LUBRICATION Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps
ENGINE OIL Motorex, Power Synth SAE 10W-50
PRIMARY DRIVE 39:75
FINAL DRIVE 16:41
EXTENDED WARRANTY
COOLING Liquid cooled with water / oil heat exchanger
Race off in confidence with KTM’s extended warranty. It’s really easy:
CLUTCH Cable operated PASC Slipper clutch extend your standard manufacturer’s warranty before it expires, which
ENGINE MANAGEMENT / IGNITION Bosch EMS with RBW you can renew every year for up to 12 years or 80,000 km after purchase.
TRACTION CONTROL MTC (3-Mode + Track, disengageable) Once covered, claims can easily be made via your authorized KTM dealer
to ensure the best possible service. Warranties on the bike can also
CHASSIS be transferred upon change of ownership, so new or used, ride your KTM
with peace of mind.
FRAME CrMo-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
SUBFRAME Aluminium, powder coated
HANDLEBAR Aluminium, tapered, Ø 28 / 22 mm
FRONT SUSPENSION WP-USD Ø 43 mm
REAR SUSPENSION WP-Monoshock
SUSPENSION TRAVEL FRONT / REAR 140 / 150mm
FRONT BRAKE 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper, brake disc Ø300 mm
REAR BRAKE 2 piston caliper, brake disc Ø 240 mm KTM LIFETIME MOBILITY SERVICE
ABS Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and super moto mode, disenengageable) The KTM LIFETIME** Mobility Service keeps you safe at every turn with
WHEEL FRONT / REAR Cast aluminium wheels 3.50 x 17"; 5.50 x 17" 12 months protection free of charge. It can be renewed, without any
TYRES FRONT / REAR 120/70 ZR 17, 180/55 ZR 17 cost, every 12 months with each service at an authorized KTM dealer.
Thanks to a vast and professional assistance network, breakdowns are
CHAIN X-Ring 520, 5/8 x 1/4"
worry-free as the KTM Assistance Center is available 24 hours a day,
SILENCER Stainless steel primary and secondary silencer 7 days a week, 365 days a year, all over Europe. Always keeping you
STEERING HEAD ANGLE 66° READY TO RACE. See more details on www.ktm.com/mobilityservice.
TRAIL 98 mm
WHEEL BASE 1475 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE 186 mm
* KTM Finance, Extended Warranty and KTM LIFETIME Mobility Service
SEAT HEIGHT 825 mm
might not be available for all markets. Please ask your local authorized
TANK CAPACITY approx. 14 litres KTM dealer about the offers and conditions in your country.
DRY WEIGHT approx. 169 kg
** The definition of LIFETIME for single cylinder vehicles:
TECHNICAL DATA max. 60,000 km or 8 years, whichever comes first; for two

A2 VERSION cylinder vehicles: max. 80,000 km or 8 years, whichever

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AVAILABLE! comes first.
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Do not imitate!
The riders illustrated are professional motorcycle riders. The photos were taken on closed racing circuits or closed
roads. KTM wishes to make all motorcyclists aware that they need to wear the prescribed protective gear and always ride
in a responsible manner in accordance with the relevant and applicable provisions of the road traffic regulations.

Only the homologated versions of the motorbikes promoted in this brochure are suitable for road use. The warnings and
hazard notices in the owner’s manual must be observed without fail when purchasing a motorcycle and using it for the
first time (especially the prescribed speed limits). Some items in the KTM PowerParts product line are not approved for
use on public roads in certain circumstances (varies from country to country). Please contact your KTM dealer for further
information. The illustrated vehicles may vary in selected details from the production models and some illustrations
feature optional equipment available at additional cost. All information concerning the scope of supply, appearance,
services, dimensions and weights is non-binding and specified with the proviso that mistakes, printing, setting and

Photos: R. Schedl, H. Mitterbauer, KISKA GmbH

typing errors may occur; such information is subject to change without notice. Please note that model specifications
may vary from country to country.

Art.Nr.: 20180109EN
*20180109EN*
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