The KTM 990 Adventure R: a journey filled with adventure

The latest version created by KTM Adventure is a bike that weighs in with appearance and dimensions, values that are in line perfectly with the philosophy of the brand in creating enduro bikes of high performance and competitiveness.

The KTM 990 Adventure R: a journey filled with adventure

When speaking of adventurous spirit, one thinks of a large capacity trail bike. In recent times all of them had become much more suited to asphalt. But KTM could not put aside their off road philosophy and it shows with this special version of the Adventure

The latest version created by KTM Adventure is a bike that weighs in with appearance and dimensions, values that are in line perfectly with the philosophy of the brand in creating enduro bikes of high performance and competitiveness. This 990 Adventure R is not only a powerful versatile trail bike with an added plus in terms of performance off road. A true adventurer who will not stop at almost any adversity and will allow the user to discover their wild side when they ride into endless mountain trails.

With a philosophy sharply specific, the 990 Adventure R is pleasantly surprising with its tremendous rideability. Its demeanour, the overwhelming weight of the machine (207 kilos) and the generous height of the seat (which can be frightening to anyone who is shorter than 1.70 meters), are merely circumstantial when riding in any situation.

First, because its driving position is ideal to tackling long distances, and while standing is more comfortable for your feet, mainly thanks to the incredible slimness of the central part of the bike. Your legs are in an excellent knee angle and riding pegs are set to minimizing vibration in this area of the body and seat, long but significantly narrow, allowing the body to move in whatever direction we choose. However, the seat is quite hard, which in some cases may disturb the occupants when they make long journeys without stopping.

These pleasant sensations of handling and control, are the result of the exquisite work done by engineers in the development of a highly rigid trellis chassis but balanced. This makes the KTM 990 Adventure R move firmly and quickly, without any strange feedback, even if you make trips on mountain roads.
The KTM 990 Adventure R also has benefited from a 20% increase in power from the LC8 engine, which means an increase in the regime of turns, improved recoveries and a higher torque capacity. But no one should be scared because this form of V-twin 999 cc is tremendously powerful in equal measure that is especially gentle and measured.

Could we dare to say this has one of the best power curves of the market, especially since the user always controls the situation, not hesitating at any time, its linearity is exceptional and offers a rear wheel drive that is enviable.






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