KTM 1050 Adventure - 2015 Specifications and Reviews

The 2015 KTM 1050 Adventure is an accessible middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking genuine off-road capability without excessive weight or complexity. Known for its manageable handling, advanced electronics including traction control and ride-by-wire, and proven reliability, it excels as an entry-level adventure tourer for both paved and unpaved terrain exploration.

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General information

CategoryAllround
Year2015
ModelKTM 1050 Adventure
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Driveline5/8  x  5/16  X Ring. Primary drive: 40:76.
ClutchPASC anti-hopping clutch/ hydraulically operated
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Lubrication systemForced oil lubrication with 3 rotor pumps
IgnitionContactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
Fuel systemInjection
Bore x Stroke103.0 x 63.0 mm (4.1 x 2.5 inches)
Power94.00 HP (68.6 kW)
Engine details75° V arrangement
Engine typeTwin, four-stroke

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter267 mm (10.5 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS: Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear wheel travel190 mm (7.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionWP  Suspension monoshock
Front wheel travel185 mm (7.3 inches)
Front SuspensionWP  Suspension Up Side Down
Rake (fork angle)26.0°
Frame typeTubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity23.00 litres (6.08 gallons)
Wheelbase1,560 mm (61.4 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Seat height850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.4434 HP/kg
Dry weight212.0 kg (467.4 pounds)

Other specs

MaintenanceFind parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
CommentsSmall windscreen. Ride-by-wire system. Traction control with different modes.
StarterElectric
Color optionsBlack

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

95 hp
Peak Power
3.8s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track40%
City60%
Cornering70%
Daily Riding70%
Touring88%
Passenger78%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to intermediate and experienced riders comfortable with a tall, torquey adventure-touring machine.
PurposeDesigned as a versatile all-round adventure tourer for long-distance road riding with light off-road capability.
Rider FitThe 850mm seat height and 212kg dry weight demand reasonable rider height and confidence handling a substantial bike at low speed.
CharacterA torque-rich V-twin adventure bike that blends relaxed highway cruising with capable handling on twisty roads.
Not Ideal ForNot ideal for riders seeking a lightweight dirt-focused machine or a sharp, track-oriented sportbike.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2015 KTM 1050 Adventure Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 850mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2015 KTM 1050 Adventure, with a relaxed knee angle of around 140 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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