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2027 KTM 990 Duke

The 2027 KTM 990 Duke is a midweight naked streetfighter engineered for razor-sharp handling, aggressive power delivery, and everyday rideability. Nicknamed The Sniper, its built to deliver precise, confidence-inspiring performance on the streetcombining lightweight construction with a punchy LC8c parallel-twin engine.

Positioned between entry-level nakeds and full liter-class machines, the 990 Duke focuses on maximum agility, minimal weight, and high-end electronics, making it one of the most performance-focused bikes in its class.

Engine & Performance

• Engine type: Parallel-twin, 4-stroke (LC8c)
• Displacement: 947 cc
• Power: 123 PS (~121 hp)
• Torque: 103 Nm
• Transmission: 6-speed
• Fuel system: Bosch EMS with ride-by-wire
• Cooling: Liquid-cooled

The reworked LC8c engine delivers strong top-end power with responsive throttle control, while remaining compact to improve handling and mass centralization.

Chassis & Brakes

• Frame: Chromoly steel trellis (engine as stressed member)
• Subframe: Aluminum
• Front brakes: Dual 300 mm discs, radial 4-piston calipers
• Rear brake: 240 mm disc
• Wheelbase: 1476 mm
• Steering angle: 65.8

The chassis is all-new, designed for torsional rigidity and precise rider feedback, giving the bike its signature sharp, point-and-shoot feel.

Suspension & Handling

• Front: WP APEX 43 mm USD fork
• Rear: WP APEX monoshock
• Travel (front/rear): 140 mm / 150 mm
• Adjustability: 5-click compression/rebound tuning

The WP APEX setup balances sport performance with real-world comfort, offering quick adjustability for different riding styles and road conditions.

Wheels & Tires

• Wheels: Cast aluminum
• Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
• Rear tire: 180/55 ZR17
• Tires: Bridgestone S22

This setup emphasizes grip, stability, and fast turn-in, ideal for aggressive street riding and canyon carving.

Dimensions & Weight

• Seat height: 825 mm (32.4 in)
• Fuel tank: ~14.8 liters
• Ground clearance: 195 mm
• Dry weight: 179 kg (394 lbs)

Compact dimensions and low weight make it one of the most agile bikes in the midweight class.

Electronics & Rider Aids

• Multiple ride modes (Street, Sport, Rain, optional Track/Performance)
• Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC)
• Cornering ABS + Supermoto mode
• Launch control
• Adjustable wheelie control
• 10-level slip control (Track mode)
• TFT display with connectivity

The electronics package is heavily performance-oriented, giving riders track-level adjustability in a street bike platform.

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