KTM 990 Super Duke Orange - 2005 Specifications and Reviews
The 2005 KTM 990 Super Duke Orange is a lightweight naked bike that appeals to aggressive riders seeking raw performance and handling precision. Powered by a potent 999cc V-twin producing 118 horsepower, it's renowned for its sharp agility, distinctive orange aesthetics, and uncompromising sportiness that defined a generation of supernaked motorcycles.
2005
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2005 |
| Model | KTM 990 Super Duke Orange |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Pressure lubrication |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | Kokusan digital 4K-3A |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin MX FCR 41 |
| Bore x stroke | 101.0 x 62.4 mm (4.0 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Torque | 100.00 |
| Power | 118.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,438 mm (56.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 165 mm (6.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 990 mm (39.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 990 mm (39.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 855 mm (33.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds) |
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KTM 990 Super Duke Orange dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 1-piston caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston caliper |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 335 mm (13.2 inches) |
| Rear suspension | WP - Monoshock |
| Front suspension | WP-USD 48 mm (1.89´) |
| Trail | 103 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.5° |
| Frame type | Chromium-molybdenum, powder-coated |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.6413 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Orange |
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
118 hp
Peak Power
3.2s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track75%
City65%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding60%
Touring40%
Passenger45%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike suits experienced riders who are comfortable with a torquey V-twin and aggressive, direct power delivery. |
| Purpose | Built as a street-focused naked streetfighter, it excels at spirited backroad blasts and canyon carving rather than long-distance cruising. |
| Rider Fit | A light dry weight and high seat height demand a rider with decent inseam length and some upper body strength to manage the sharp handling at low speed. |
| Character | It rewards an assertive, engaged riding style with a raw, muscular V-twin character and razor-sharp cornering manners. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not a good fit for beginners, taller-distance tourers, or anyone wanting a plush, relaxed two-up traveling companion. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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