Ktm 790 Adventure
The KTM 790 Adventure was introduced in 2019 as a mid-weight adventure tourer built around KTM's acclaimed 799cc parallel-twin 'LC8c' engine, which debuted in the 790 Duke. It was positioned as a lighter, more flickable alternative to the larger 1290 Super Adventure, earning praise for its off-road capability and accessible power. The model was eventually superseded by the KTM 890 Adventure in 2021, which used a bored-out version of the same engine platform.
95 hp
Power
88 Nm
Torque
189 kg
Weight
200 km/h (estimated, electronically influenced)
Top Speed
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 km/L real-world average)
Fuel
Faired
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Watch the Throttle Bodies
Some early 2019-2020 models experienced throttle body sync issues causing rough idle or stalling. A dealer throttle body balance service typically resolves this and is worth requesting during any pre-purchase inspection.
Strong Resale Value
The 790 Adventure holds its value well due to strong demand and limited production after KTM discontinued it in favor of the 890. Low-mileage examples often sell at 75-85% of original MSRP.
Rally-Bred Chassis
The 790 shares its Chromoly steel trellis frame DNA directly from KTM's Dakar Rally bikes, giving it exceptionally nimble handling for its class. This makes it uniquely capable on tight trails compared to heavier adventure competitors.
Full Specifications
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