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KTM 1050 Adventure - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 KTM 1050 Adventure is a middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking accessible off-road capability and long-distance touring comfort. Known for its manageable power delivery, lightweight construction, and modern technology including ride-by-wire and selectable traction control, it excels as an affordable entry point to adventure riding without sacrificing genuine trail credentials.
2016
General information | |
| Category | Allround |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | KTM 1050 Adventure |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 5/16 X Ring. Primary drive: 40:76. |
| Clutch | PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Forced oil lubrication with 3 rotor pumps |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Bore x Stroke | 103.0 x 63.0 mm (4.1 x 2.5 inches) |
| Power | 95.00 HP (69.3 kW) |
| Engine details | 75° V arrangement |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1050.00 ccm (64.07 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Bremo. |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Bremo |
| Rear wheel travel | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | WP monoshock |
| Front wheel travel | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Front Suspension | WP upside-down Ø 43 mm |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
| Frame type | Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 23.00 litres (6.08 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,560 mm (61.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4481 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 212.0 kg (467.4 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Small windscreen. Ride-by-wire system. Traction control with different modes. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Orange/black |
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 For | Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders comfortable with a tall, torquey adventure-touring machine. |
| Purpose | Designed as a versatile all-round adventure tourer for long-distance road riding with light off-road capability. |
| Rider Fit | The 850mm seat height and 212kg dry weight demand reasonable rider height and confidence handling a substantial bike at low speed. |
| Character | A torque-rich V-twin adventure bike that blends relaxed highway cruising with capable handling on twisty roads. |
| Not Ideal For | Not 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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