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The KTM 790 DUKE has a reputation. Not only is it known to be devastatingly accurate, with the unmatched agility you'd expect from a single, merged with the meaty punch of a twin, but for being a no-nonsense street-brawler. Boasting an uncompromised 799 cc LC8c parallel twin motor nestled into one of the lightest and most compact chassis around, the KTM 790 DUKE is all about being fast where it counts - in the corners.

This motorcycle is designed and developed in Austria, and assembled in China.
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The KTM 790 DUKE has a reputation. Not only is it known to be devastatingly accurate, with the unmatched agility you'd expect from a single, merged with the meaty punch of a twin, but for being a no-nonsense street-brawler. Boasting an uncompromised 799 cc LC8c parallel twin motor nestled into one of the lightest and most compact chassis around, the KTM 790 DUKE is all about being fast where it counts - in the corners.

This motorcycle is designed and developed in Austria, and assembled in China.
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  1. SURGICAL PRECISON
  2. CUT AWAY
  3. STYLE AND FUNCTION
  4. ALL-IN AGILITY
SURGICAL PRECISON

01. SURGICAL PRECISON

TARGET LOCKED
TARGET LOCKED

TFT Display

A multicolor combination of relevant information, presented in an uncluttered way. As you rev the engine, the display bars change color, either spurring you on or warning you that the engine's still cold. The display also automatically adapts its illumination to the ambient light and gets racy when "Track mode" is selected.

NAKED AGGRESSION
NAKED AGGRESSION

Bodywork

100% DUKE. Purposefully NAKED and proud of it, the KTM 790 DUKE presents an aggressive stance, boasting aggressive lines and clearly obvious intentions. As the original scalpel, it's sharp, to the point, and leaves nothing covered.

LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS
LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS

LED Headlight

With an LED headlight adding to the KTM 790 DUKE's menacing look and subtracting from the darkness, illumination is taken care of when charging into the night. Flanked by two LED strips that function as running lights, being seen during the daylight hours is taken care of too.

SURGICAL PRECISON
TARGET LOCKED
TARGET LOCKED

TFT Display

A multicolor combination of relevant information, presented in an uncluttered way. As you rev the engine, the display bars change color, either spurring you on or warning you that the engine's still cold. The display also automatically adapts its illumination to the ambient light and gets racy when "Track mode" is selected.
TARGET LOCKED
SURGICAL PRECISON
NAKED AGGRESSION
NAKED AGGRESSION

Bodywork

100% DUKE. Purposefully NAKED and proud of it, the KTM 790 DUKE presents an aggressive stance, boasting aggressive lines and clearly obvious intentions. As the original scalpel, it's sharp, to the point, and leaves nothing covered.
NAKED AGGRESSION
SURGICAL PRECISON
LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS
LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS

LED Headlight

With an LED headlight adding to the KTM 790 DUKE's menacing look and subtracting from the darkness, illumination is taken care of when charging into the night. Flanked by two LED strips that function as running lights, being seen during the daylight hours is taken care of too.
LIGHT UP THE DARKNESS
CUT AWAY

02. CUT AWAY

POWER HUNGRY
POWER HUNGRY

Engine

Developed for torque, this liquid-cooled 8-valve, DOHC unit delivers 87 Nm at 8000 rpm, almost immediately followed by a roaring 105 hp finale - 95 hp version for the L model that is available in certain markets. Meanwhile, an advanced ride-by-wire system guarantees great refinement as well as low fuel consumption and emission figures. It roars too.

PICK YOUR POWER
PICK YOUR POWER

Ride Modes

Riders can choose from four ride modes, namely SPORT, STREET, RAIN, and TRACK. Naturally, STREET MODE is the default, making for comfortable urban riding, with RAIN MODE taking care of things when they get a little slippery. SPORT MODE is used when needing to dial things up a notch, with TRACK MODE giving KTM 790 DUKE pilots full power output, and the ability to dial down the traction control, smooth out the throttle, and switch off the anti-wheelie for rear wheel antics.

LET IT SLIDE
LET IT SLIDE

Motorcycle Traction Control

Motorcycle Traction Control is a mouthful, but it's an important part of the KTM 790 DUKE. MTC is a lean-angle sensitive traction control system, which reduces engine output extremely smooth, barely perceptible. Depending on the selected ride mode, MTC also allows for several levels of traction slip at the rear wheel. But that's not the end of it - Daredevils, we give you: the off-switch!

CUT AWAY
POWER HUNGRY
POWER HUNGRY

Engine

Developed for torque, this liquid-cooled 8-valve, DOHC unit delivers 87 Nm at 8000 rpm, almost immediately followed by a roaring 105 hp finale - 95 hp version for the L model that is available in certain markets. Meanwhile, an advanced ride-by-wire system guarantees great refinement as well as low fuel consumption and emission figures. It roars too.
POWER HUNGRY
CUT AWAY
PICK YOUR POWER
PICK YOUR POWER

Ride Modes

Riders can choose from four ride modes, namely SPORT, STREET, RAIN, and TRACK. Naturally, STREET MODE is the default, making for comfortable urban riding, with RAIN MODE taking care of things when they get a little slippery. SPORT MODE is used when needing to dial things up a notch, with TRACK MODE giving KTM 790 DUKE pilots full power output, and the ability to dial down the traction control, smooth out the throttle, and switch off the anti-wheelie for rear wheel antics.
PICK YOUR POWER
CUT AWAY
LET IT SLIDE
LET IT SLIDE

Motorcycle Traction Control

Motorcycle Traction Control is a mouthful, but it's an important part of the KTM 790 DUKE. MTC is a lean-angle sensitive traction control system, which reduces engine output extremely smooth, barely perceptible. Depending on the selected ride mode, MTC also allows for several levels of traction slip at the rear wheel. But that's not the end of it - Daredevils, we give you: the off-switch!
LET IT SLIDE
STYLE AND FUNCTION

03. STYLE AND FUNCTION

RACE TO COMFORT
RACE TO COMFORT

Ergonomics

The KTM 790 DUKE is an aggressive motorcycle with easy rider ergonomics. This is the key to its long-standing success. A narrow chassis and engine, comfortable seat height, upright seating position, and spacious legroom don't sacrifice cornering clearance on the street, while the footpegs allow for extreme lean angles when cutting into the canyons.

TAKE A SEAT
TAKE A SEAT

Seat

At 825 mm, both shorter and taller riders can enjoy the bike at full tilt, without losing sight of the daily usability. The seat cover is grippy but still allows the rider to move around the bike easily. It has been developed to work with textile and leather, in keeping with the wide range of riders and riding styles. The pillion seat cover uses the same material and combines sharp looks with passenger comfort. 805 mm is possible with the lower KTM PowerParts seat.

FIND YOUR FOOTING
FIND YOUR FOOTING

Footpegs

Cast from aluminum, the foot pegs fitted to the KTM 790 DUKE cater to a comfortable riding position, while still creating maximum ground clearance allowing for impressive lean angles. Adjustable foot pegs are also available as a KTM PowerParts option for those who would like to go all out.

STYLE AND FUNCTION
RACE TO COMFORT
RACE TO COMFORT

Ergonomics

The KTM 790 DUKE is an aggressive motorcycle with easy rider ergonomics. This is the key to its long-standing success. A narrow chassis and engine, comfortable seat height, upright seating position, and spacious legroom don't sacrifice cornering clearance on the street, while the footpegs allow for extreme lean angles when cutting into the canyons.
RACE TO COMFORT
STYLE AND FUNCTION
TAKE A SEAT
TAKE A SEAT

Seat

At 825 mm, both shorter and taller riders can enjoy the bike at full tilt, without losing sight of the daily usability. The seat cover is grippy but still allows the rider to move around the bike easily. It has been developed to work with textile and leather, in keeping with the wide range of riders and riding styles. The pillion seat cover uses the same material and combines sharp looks with passenger comfort. 805 mm is possible with the lower KTM PowerParts seat.
TAKE A SEAT
STYLE AND FUNCTION
FIND YOUR FOOTING
FIND YOUR FOOTING

Footpegs

Cast from aluminum, the foot pegs fitted to the KTM 790 DUKE cater to a comfortable riding position, while still creating maximum ground clearance allowing for impressive lean angles. Adjustable foot pegs are also available as a KTM PowerParts option for those who would like to go all out.
FIND YOUR FOOTING
ALL-IN AGILITY

04. ALL-IN AGILITY

THE BACKBONE
THE BACKBONE

Frame

The incredible handling characteristics of the KTM 790 DUKE are founded on the dynamic, loadbearing design of the tubular chassis. Engineers had one goal in mind, and that was to keep the chassis as rigid and compact as possible for sharper turn-in and greater lean angles, allowing it to slice through the turns with extreme responsiveness.

PIVOT POINT
PIVOT POINT

Swingarm

The die-cast, open-lattice swingarm is meticulously manufactured and has been optimized for stiffness and stability while still offering excellent flex characteristics. By using a direct link for the rear shock, complexity and parts are reduced.

SPRING INTO ACTION
SPRING INTO ACTION

Fork

A 43 mm open cartridge upside-down front fork from WP Suspension takes care of any front wheel articulation, using split function technology. This means that compression and rebound damping take place in separate fork legs, allowing for better tuning of the fork behavior. The fork springs are progressive, ensuring a smooth operation throughout the fork stroke, being softer for the initial stroke, and harder further down the stroke to prevent bottoming out.

MAX TRACTION
MAX TRACTION

Rear Shock

Making sure the rear wheel behaves when the going gets fast, is a high-quality gas-assisted WP APEX rear shock, featuring progressive spring and preload adjustment. This means the KTM 790 DUKE maintains a sporty ride quality, while still being comfortable enough for longer trips.

ROLLING THUNDER
ROLLING THUNDER

Wheels and Tires

The KTM 790 DUKE is fitted with extremely lightweight, light-alloy wheels manufactured using a low-pressure die-casting process. Not only do the lightweight wheels subtract from the overall weight, but they also minimize the unsprung rotating masses and are wrapped in a set of MAXXIS Supermaxx ST tires.

STOPPING POWER
STOPPING POWER

Brakes

Maximum deceleration is ensured at the front wheel on the KTM 790 DUKE by the two radially mounted four-piston fixed calipers and two 300 mm discs. The spacing between front brake lever and handlebar is adjustable so that the lever is within easy reach for every rider. The front brake receives effective support from the disc brake on the rear wheel, which features a single disc and a single piston floating caliper.

ALL-IN AGILITY
THE BACKBONE
THE BACKBONE

Frame

The incredible handling characteristics of the KTM 790 DUKE are founded on the dynamic, loadbearing design of the tubular chassis. Engineers had one goal in mind, and that was to keep the chassis as rigid and compact as possible for sharper turn-in and greater lean angles, allowing it to slice through the turns with extreme responsiveness.
THE BACKBONE
ALL-IN AGILITY
PIVOT POINT
PIVOT POINT

Swingarm

The die-cast, open-lattice swingarm is meticulously manufactured and has been optimized for stiffness and stability while still offering excellent flex characteristics. By using a direct link for the rear shock, complexity and parts are reduced.
PIVOT POINT
ALL-IN AGILITY
SPRING INTO ACTION
SPRING INTO ACTION

Fork

A 43 mm open cartridge upside-down front fork from WP Suspension takes care of any front wheel articulation, using split function technology. This means that compression and rebound damping take place in separate fork legs, allowing for better tuning of the fork behavior. The fork springs are progressive, ensuring a smooth operation throughout the fork stroke, being softer for the initial stroke, and harder further down the stroke to prevent bottoming out.
SPRING INTO ACTION
ALL-IN AGILITY
MAX TRACTION
MAX TRACTION

Rear Shock

Making sure the rear wheel behaves when the going gets fast, is a high-quality gas-assisted WP APEX rear shock, featuring progressive spring and preload adjustment. This means the KTM 790 DUKE maintains a sporty ride quality, while still being comfortable enough for longer trips.
MAX TRACTION
ALL-IN AGILITY
ROLLING THUNDER
ROLLING THUNDER

Wheels and Tires

The KTM 790 DUKE is fitted with extremely lightweight, light-alloy wheels manufactured using a low-pressure die-casting process. Not only do the lightweight wheels subtract from the overall weight, but they also minimize the unsprung rotating masses and are wrapped in a set of MAXXIS Supermaxx ST tires.
ROLLING THUNDER
ALL-IN AGILITY
STOPPING POWER
STOPPING POWER

Brakes

Maximum deceleration is ensured at the front wheel on the KTM 790 DUKE by the two radially mounted four-piston fixed calipers and two 300 mm discs. The spacing between front brake lever and handlebar is adjustable so that the lever is within easy reach for every rider. The front brake receives effective support from the disc brake on the rear wheel, which features a single disc and a single piston floating caliper.
STOPPING POWER

Technical Details

Engine

  • Torque 87 Nm
  • Transmission 6-speed
  • Battery capacity 10 Ah
  • Cooling Liquid cooled
  • Power in KW 70 kW
  • Starter Electric starter
  • Stroke 65.7 mm
  • Bore 88 mm
  • Clutch PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
  • Displacement 799 cm³
  • EMS Bosch EMS with RBW
  • Design 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin
  • Fuel-mixture generation DKK Dellorto (Throttle body 46mm)
  • Lubrication Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps

Chassis

  • Weight (without fuel) 174 kg
  • Tank capacity (approx.) 14 l
  • Wheelbase 1475 mm
  • ABS Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and super moto mode)
  • Front brake disc diameter 300 mm
  • Rear brake disc diameter 240 mm
  • Front brake 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper
  • Rear brake Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc
  • Chain 520 X-Ring
  • Frame design Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
  • Front suspension WP APEX 43
  • Ground clearance 186 mm
  • Handlebar Aluminium Ø 28/22 mm
  • Rear suspension WP APEX - Monoshock
  • Seat height 825 mm
  • Silencer Stainless steel primary and secondary silencer
  • Steering head angle 66 °
  • Rear subframe design Aluminium, powder-coated
  • Suspension travel (front) 140 mm
  • Suspension travel (rear) 150 mm