Bajaj KTM 990 Superduke

This bike is built on a powder coated cylindrical chromium molybdenum frame, with an aluminium sub frame and renthal aluminium tapered handlebars. The handlebars are crisp and agile lending the bike smooth maneuvering but at the same time maintain respectable levels of stability.

It is a comfortable bike that shows off fine riding traits and obeys jerks happily. It guarantees good cornering skills and effortless clutch engagement and very suave and gentle transmission. The tires give good grip and stability to the bike and strong brakes lend greater riding confidence. This bike has reduced vibrations as compared to other KTM models and sounds like a lion.

The KTM 990 Super duke has a versatile yet condensed and light weighted LC8 V-twin that generates superb performance; it has great ergonomics that wonderfully accommodate the rider.

The fuel consumption of this bike, on the other hand, stands at an impressive 12.6 km/ltr and it has a friendly emission control that complies with Euro III standards. The KTM 990 Super Duke will amaze you with a sharp turning angle of 66.1 degrees, a 0.6344 hp/kg power to weight ratio and a panther like top speed of 236 km/hr.

So if you are looking for thrill, comfort and an icing of fun , look no further.

The KTM 990 Super Duke is all set to explore Indian roads in 2011 via Bajaj Automobiles Ltd It will be available at a price of approximately Rs. 13 lacs and the color options will be the standard KTM black, white and orange.

KTM 990 SUPER DUKE SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Type

• Displacement: 999 cc
• Engine: Twin, 4-stroke
• Power: 118bhp@9000rpm
• Torque: 100 Nm@7000rpm
• Clutch: Wet Multi-disc clutch, hydraulic
• Valves per cylinder: 4
• Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
• Transmission: 6 gears
• Bore: 101
• Stroke: 62.4
• Cooling Type: Liquid Cooling

Suspension

• Front Suspension: WP USD
• Front Suspension Travel: 135 mm
• Rear Suspension: WP mono shock
• Rear Suspension Travel: 160 mm

Tyres & Brakes

• Front Tyre: 120/70 ZR17
• Rear Tyre: 180/55 ZR17
• Front Brake: 320 mm Dual Hydraulic Disc
• Rear Brake: 240 mm Single Hydraulic Disc

Other Specifications

• Weight: 184.00 kg
• Ground Clearance: 165.00 mm
• Seat Height: 855 mm
• Wheelbase: 1450.00 mm
• Fuel Tank: 18.50 ltrs
• Fuel Type: Gas