KTM 525 SMC USA - 2004 Specifications and Reviews
The 2004 KTM 525 SMC USA is a lightweight supermoto designed for aggressive street and track riders seeking raw performance and agility. Its potent 510cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers strong torque for spirited riding, while the compact 106kg frame excels in tight cornering and urban maneuverability. Best known for combining dirt bike heritage with street-legal capability.
2004
General information | |
| Category | Super motard |
| Year | 2004 |
| Model | KTM 525 SMC USA |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | OHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Bore x stroke | 95.0 x 72.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| Torque | 55.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 510.40 ccm (31.14 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,481 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 321 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 525 mm (20.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 525 mm (20.7 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 675 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 914 mm (36.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 106.3 kg (234.4 pounds) |
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KTM 525 SMC USA dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-17 |
| Rear suspension | WP-PDS-DA shock absorber |
| Front suspension | WP-USD 48/26 MA/PA |
| Frame type | Chromium molybdenum |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Orange |
| Fuel capacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
4.8s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track80%
City65%
Cornering95%
Daily Riding40%
Touring15%
Passenger10%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a demanding machine best suited to experienced riders comfortable with a light, twitchy, high-strung supermoto. |
| Purpose | Built for carving tight tarmac corners, flick-able street riding, and supermoto-style track days rather than long-distance travel. |
| Rider Fit | The tall seat height, minimal wind protection, and firm single-cylinder power delivery demand good fitness, strong legs, and comfort standing on the pegs. |
| Character | A sharp, aggressive, and playful machine that rewards an active riding style and punishes complacency with its abrupt power and stiff chassis. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders seeking plush comfort, passenger capability, or a relaxed all-day touring companion. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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