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.

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General information

CategorySuper motard
Year2004
ModelKTM 525 SMC USA

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox4-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Fuel controlOHC
Fuel systemCarburettor
Bore x stroke95.0 x 72.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Compression11.0:1
Torque55.00
Stroke4
Engine typeSingle cylinder
Capacity:510.40 ccm (31.14 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance321 mm (12.6 inches)
Overall width525 mm (20.7 inches)
Overall height525 mm (20.7 inches)
Alternate seat height675 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Seat height914 mm (36.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight106.3 kg (234.4 pounds)
 
 

KTM 525 SMC USA dimensions and frame

Rear brakes diameter310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17
Rear suspensionWP-PDS-DA shock absorber
Front suspensionWP-USD 48/26 MA/PA
Frame typeChromium molybdenum

Speed and acceleration

Color optionsOrange
Fuel capacity7.00 litres (1.85 gallons)

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

4.8s
0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track80%
City65%
Cornering95%
Daily Riding40%
Touring15%
Passenger10%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a demanding machine best suited to experienced riders comfortable with a light, twitchy, high-strung supermoto.
PurposeBuilt for carving tight tarmac corners, flick-able street riding, and supermoto-style track days rather than long-distance travel.
Rider FitThe tall seat height, minimal wind protection, and firm single-cylinder power delivery demand good fitness, strong legs, and comfort standing on the pegs.
CharacterA sharp, aggressive, and playful machine that rewards an active riding style and punishes complacency with its abrupt power and stiff chassis.
Not Ideal ForNot 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.

Rider Fit Visualizer

2004 KTM 525 SMC USA Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 914mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2004 KTM 525 SMC USA, with a relaxed knee angle of around 150 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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