Is the Ktm Sm 990 a good motorcycle?

A brilliant, high-maintenance lunatic that rewards prepared, attentive owners. Rating: 8.2/10. Best for: Experienced riders wanting maximum urban and canyon excitement. Avoid if: You want cheap reliable commuting without mechanical involvement.

What is the horsepower of the Ktm Sm 990?

The Ktm Sm 990 produces 113 hp @ 9,000 rpm, with 100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm of torque. Top speed: 220 km/h (estimated; note: limited real-world data available).

Supermoto

Ktm Sm 990

KTM 990 Supermoto diperkenalkan pada tahun 2008 sebagai varian supermoto jalanan dari platform 990 Super Duke/Adventure yang berorientasi pada petualangan, berbagi mesin LC8 V-twin. Ini dirancang untuk menghadirkan gaya dan penanganan supermoto yang agresif ke mesin dengan perpindahan yang lebih besar, menjembatani kesenjangan antara supermoto murni yang berfokus pada trek dan sepeda performa jalan raya. Produksi berlanjut hingga sekitar tahun 2013, ketika fokus KTM bergeser ke jajaran Duke dan Adventure yang lebih baru, menjadikan 990 SM mesin yang relatif langka dan dicari di kalangan penggemar supermoto.

113 hp

Kekuasaan

100 Nm

Torsi

198 kg

Berat

220 km/h (estimated; note: limited real-world data available)

Kecepatan Tertinggi

7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average; note: varies significantly with riding style)

Bahan Bakar

Telanjang

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LC8 Engine Quirks

The 75-degree V-twin LC8 engine is powerful but known for running hot in slow traffic, often causing discomfort for the rider. Ensure the cooling system and thermostat are in good condition before buying.

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Watch the Valve Intervals

Valve clearance checks are required every 6,000 miles and are labor-intensive, making them expensive at a dealership. Always ask for service history to confirm these were not skipped by a previous owner.

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Strong Resale Value

The SM 990 holds its value well due to its cult following and limited production numbers, making it a smart buy if purchased at the right price. Low-mileage, well-maintained examples are particularly sought after.

Generasi & Spesifikasi berdasarkan Tahun

2008–2011 Gen 1

Peluncuran awal berdasarkan platform 990 Super Duke, 75 derajat LC8 V-twin, suspensi WP, rem Brembo.

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8.4/10

"Kegilaan supermoto dengan kemampuan makan jalan asli."

SM 990 mengambil kembar LC8 Super Duke dan membungkusnya dalam proporsi supermoto yang tepat — ketinggian kursi 900mm dan roda 17 inci membuatnya terasa seperti senjata tajam saat Anda terbalik ke sudut. Torsi mencapai sekitar 4.500 rpm dan benar-benar mendorong Anda ke depan sebesar 7.000, dan pada B-road yang ketat akan mempermalukan sepeda sport yang terlihat lebih cepat di atas kertas. Hidup dengan itu adalah cerita lain: manajemen panas brutal dalam lalu lintas, kursi adalah alat hukuman selama dua jam, dan ECU awal sesekali menimbulkan cegukan bahan bakar yang diam-diam ditangani KTM di tengah produksi. Ini bukan sepeda touring, itu tidak berusaha, tetapi tidak ada lagi yang menggaruk gatal khusus ini.

Kelebihan

+Torsi LC8 memukul keras, lebih awal

+Penanganan supermoto pada kecepatan jalan

+Rem Brembo benar-benar luar biasa

+Kedengarannya biadab, menarik perhatian terus-menerus

Kekurangan

−Panas direndam brutal di lalu lintas

−Kursi dihukum setelah 90 menit

−Inkonsistensi peta pengisian bahan bakar awal

Terbaik untuk: Hooligan perkotaan mendambakan kekuatan nyata Lewati jika: Anda bepergian dalam lalu lintas padat

2012–2013 Gen 2

Pemetaan injeksi bahan bakar yang direvisi, grafik yang diperbarui, penyempurnaan ergonomis kecil sebelum penghentian model.

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Ulasan Pembeli Bekas

8.2/10

Terbaik untuk

Experienced riders wanting maximum urban and canyon excitement

"A brilliant, high-maintenance lunatic that rewards prepared, attentive owners."

$6,500-$10,500 used

The SM 990 is the supermoto that rewired my brain about what a big single-cylinder machine could do. That LC8 V-twin pulls hard from nothing and screams past 9,000rpm like it's personally offended by speed limits. It's genuinely fast, absurdly flickable, and sounds absolutely mental. When it's working, nothing touches it for urban aggression or canyon-carving entertainment. Here's the honest part nobody tells you: these bikes eat money when neglected. Check the valve clearances obsessively — they go out of spec and previous owners routinely ignore it. The throttle bodies need syncing, the subframes crack, and KTM's orange paint chips if you breathe near it. Always pull the maintenance history and budget $500-800 immediately for a proper service regardless. Buy one that's been genuinely maintained, not just washed before sale. Find a bike from an enthusiast rather than someone who bought it impulsively and discovered 900cc supermoto wasn't their personality after all. They're out there, and when you find the right one, it's one of the most rewarding bikes you'll ever own.

Kelebihan

Kekurangan

Lewati jika: You want cheap reliable commuting without mechanical involvement