Ktm Supermoto 990 vs Ktm Adventure 990 Smt
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Supermoto 990 vs Ktm Adventure 990 Smt. Ktm Supermoto 990: 113 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 198 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Ktm Adventure 990 Smt: 113 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Supermoto 990
Ktm Adventure 990 Smt
Horsepower (hp)
113 hp
113 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
100 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
229 kg
Type
Supermoto
Supermoto
Horsepower
113 hp @ 9,000 rpm
113 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5–9.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ktm Supermoto 990
7.8/10
"Brilliant, characterful machine that demands a disciplined pre-purchase inspection."
Pros
+LC8 engine is intoxicating
+Razor-sharp supermoto handling
+Usable touring capability
Cons
−Expensive to maintain properly
−Known frame cracking issues
−Fuel pump reliability concerns
Ktm Adventure 990 Smt
8.2/10
"Buy a good one and you'll never want to sell it."
Pros
+LC8 V-twin is sublime
+Genuinely versatile daily weapon
+Excellent chassis feedback
Cons
−Punishing if neglected
−Suspension soft stock
−Dealer support inconsistent
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