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THOSE WHO WANT TO BE SUCCESSFUL HERE MUST PROVE THEMSELVES IN EVERY RACE. WHETHER AT THE START OF THE SEASON IN SNOW AND ICE OR ON THE HOTTEST, ENDURO TRACKS OF EUROPE – THERE ARE OFTEN ONLY SECONDS BETWEEN THE BEST. BUT THE PREDOMINANT COLOUR ON THE WINNER’S PHOTO REMAINS ORANGE!

SEASON08ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

IVÁN CERVANTESEVERY SPORT HAS ITS HEROES. CHAMPIONS WHO DRIVE THEIR OPPONENTS TO DESPAIR IN THEIR DROVES AND RE-DEFINE THE HORIZON OF WINNING. SOME-THING WHICH APPLIES TO IVÁN CERVANTES. THE FIRST SPANISH ENDURO WORLD CHAMPION HAS NOT ONLY WON THE E1 TITLE TWICE IN A ROW ON A KTM, BUT ALSO TOOK THE WORLD CHAMPI-ONSHIP IN THE E3 CLASS IN 2007.CERVANTES PROVES IMPRESSIVELY THAT ENDURO RIDING IS ON THE RISE. HE LIVES ENDURO. WITH ALL HIS ABILITY, HIS EXPERIENCE … AND HIS KTM.

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WHEREVER WINNERS EMERGE AT ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS, THERE IS ALWAYS A KTM ON THE PODIUM. FOR YEARS, THE WINNING MAR-GIN HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY EXTENDED TO ADD FURTHER ORANGE CHAPTERS TO THE SUCCESS STORIES.

SEASON08ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

REGARDLESS OF WHICH CLASS, WINNING IS ENSURED WITH A KTM. WHILE THE HARDEST OF TRACKS AND THE MOST DEMANDING PASSAGES POSE IMPOSSIBLE CHALLENGES TO SOME OTHERS, THE KTM ENDUROS MERCILESSLY LEAD THE WAY FOR THE OPPOSITION.

ENDURO WC CROSS-COUNTRY CHAMPIONS

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IN ENDURO RIDING, ONE THING COMES TO THE FORE: THE FIGHT AGAINST THE FORCE OF NATURE. SHE IS AN UNPREDICTABLE OPPONENT WHO WILL NEVER SURRENDER AND MUST BE CONQUERED ONE BIT AT A TIME.

SEASON08ENDURO-FIGHTS

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YOUR ABILITY AND THE POWER OF YOUR KTM, YOU ARE THE BENCHMARK. BUT NATURE WON’T GIVE AN INCH WITHOUT A FIGHT. ONLY FULL CONCENTRATION, PERFECT TECHNIQUE AND PURE POWER WILL MOVE YOU FORWARD. THE PATH TO BEING ENDURO CHAMPION IS HARD, ROCKY AND RELENT-LESS. GIVE IT YOUR ALL AND CONQUER THE WORLD!

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HARD ENDURO RIDING MEANS FINDING YOUR LIMITS – AND GOING BEYOND THEM! HERE, YOU WILL ENCOUNTER LIMITS AGAIN AND AGAIN – OF TECHNOLOGY, OF RIDABILITY OR OF HUMAN CAPABILITY. THOSE WHO WANT TO WIN MUST GO FURTHER, EVEN IF IT HURTS!

FIND YOUR LIMITSSEASON08

SURRENDER – NEVER!THERE ARE TRACKS WHICH ARE CANNOT BE DESCRIBE WITHOUT USING THE WORDS “IMPOSSIBLE”, “UNRIDABLE” OR “INHUMAN”. AND YET KTM RID-ERS CONTINUE TO BELIE THESE ATTRIBUTES. EVEN WHERE THE SITUATION SEEMS BRUTAL AND HOPELESS, AN ORANGE BIKE WILL FIGHT ITS WAY TO THE TOP. IT OVERCOMES EVERY OBSTACLE WHERE OTHERS HAVE LONG SINCE RETIRED. TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPED ESPECIALLY FOR ENDUROS AND PURE POWER PAVE THE WAY TO WINNER’S PLACES IN THE MOST EXTREME OF ENDURO TESTS. CANING YOUR BIKE TO THE LIMIT AND EXERTING YOURSELF TO THE POINT OF COLLAPSE … LIFE CAN BE SO GOOD!

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ERZBERG

AT THE PLACE WHERE MAN HAS EXTRACTED NATURE’S IRON TREASURE FOR THOUSANDS OF YEARS, THE BEST AND CRAZIEST OF HARDCORE ENDURO RIDERS ARE AT THE STARTING LINE. OVER ONE THOUSAND RIDERS HAVE ONLY ONE AIM: FINISHING. BUT THE ERZBERG BRUTALLY AND RELENTLESSLY SHOWS EVEN THE BEST RIDERS THEIR LIMITS.

SEASON08

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THE QUALIFYING RACES ARE OVER. NOW ONLY THE 500 BEST WILL PIT THEIR STRENGTH AGAINST THE MOUNTAIN AT THE CLIMAX OF THE ERZBERG RODEO. IN THE HARE SCRAMBLE, 30 KM OF THE HARDEST TERRAIN WITH RUBBLE, GRAVEL, BOULDERS, ROCKS AND MANY DIRTY TRICKS AWAIT YOU. ALMOST VERTICAL CLIMBS, VIRTUALLY UNRIDABLE SECTIONS OF TRACK AND HUNDREDS OF TOP RIDERS WHO FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL IN THE CHAOS OF THE RACE – THIS IS WHAT LEGENDS ARE MADE OF. BECAUSE EVERY YEAR, ONLY TWO DOZEN RIDERS REACH THE FINISH IN THIS, THE GREATEST CHALLENGE IN OFF-ROAD MOTOR CYCLE SPORT. A WIN OVER THE ERZBERG IS A TRIUMPH FOR EVERY INDIVIDUAL AND, FOR MANY, A DREAM – WITH A VERY RUDE AWAKENING.

HARE SCRAMBLE

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KTM 125 EXCAGILE, LIGHT AND POWERFUL. WITH AN EVEN MORE POWERFUL ENGINE AND THE FURTHER IMPROVED RUNNING GEAR, THINGS ARE HOTTING UP IN THE E1 CLASS. AN EXTREMELY LOW WEIGHT AND HUGE AMOUNTS OF POWER PACKED INTO A PERFECT RACING MACHINE. THE BEST CHOICE FOR EVERYONE WHO PREFERS TWO-STROKE TECHNOLOGY.

[ CYLINDER ]

New cylinder with optimized

exhaust control for more lift of

the exhaust flap and even more

power from the bottom of the

speed range.

[ CLUTCH ]

Optimal sizing of the Magura

hydraulic clutch gives an even

more precise biting point. The

FLEX clutch lever that can be

turned forward 90° is ready for

off-road driving.

ONLY POWER COUNTS. THE SMALLER THE DISPLACEMENT, THE MORE IMPORTANT IT IS. AGAIN IT HAS BEEN POSSIBLE TO IMPROVE THIS BY USING A NEW CYLINDER. THIS MEANS PERFECT ADAPTATION TO THE TRACK AND TO THE RIDER.

First Oil Filling for

all KTM Engines.

ENGINE 125 EXC

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KTM 200 EXCFOR ALL ENDURO RIDERS WHO WANT SOMETHING SPECIAL. THE 200 EXC COMBINES THE HANDLING OF A 125 WITH A PERFORMANCE CLOSE TO THE 250 EXC. A BIKE WHICH CAN REALLY BE ASSIGNED ONLY TO ONE CLASS: THE HIGHEST CLASS!

KTM 250 EXCWHEN LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR THE E2 CLASS, NO-ONE PASSES THE 250 EXC BY. A POWERFUL AND LIGHT TWO-STROKE WITH STRAIGHTFORWARD, CONVENIENT TECHNOLOGY, ENDURO-SPECIFIC ENGINE CHARACTERISTICS AND EXTREMELY EASY HANDLING.

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[ FRAME PROTECTORS ]

For the efficient protection of the high-grade

powder coating of the frame, plastic protectors

are included as standard.

[ BODYWORK ]

Cool bodywork for perfect ergonomics and trend-setting looks.

The 2-component technology guarantees that the headlight

mask, chainguard and front fender are optimally rigid and have

a high-quality look.

[ SPOILER ]

New spoilers reduce the width in the front region by more than 10 mm for the benefit

of ergonomics. The front openings discharge air from the coolers, the rear ones

supply fresh air to the airbox with the KTM AIRFLOW system. And the new, integrated

graphics are very robust thanks to in-mould technology.

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

KTM 300 EXCWITH THE 300 EXC, KTM OFFERS THE IDEAL COMBINATION OF LIGHT WEIGHT AND INCREDIBLE TORQUE, GUARANTEED WITH A COMFORTABLE ELECTRIC STARTER. A POWERPACK WHICH AWAITS THE CHANCE TO STAND UP TO THE MOST BRUTAL HARDCORE ENDURO EVENTS SUCH AS ERZBERG OR HELL’S GATE. WITH MANY UNBEATABLE ASSETS BOTH IN RACING AND IN THE HARDEST OF CROSS-COUNTRY TOURING. YOU WON’T FIND A BETTER TWO-STROKE THAN THIS!

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[ E-STARTER ]

The 300 EXC is standard equipped

with an electric starter. Extremely

compact in design and located in

a well-protected area, the KTM-

patented starting system offers

big advantages with a minimum

of weight.

THE IDEAL TWO-STROKE POWER UNIT FOR PUTTING YOU MORE THAN JUST ONE STEP AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION. THE MOST MODERN, SOPHISTICATED TECH-NOLOGY DOWN TO THE SMALL-EST DETAIL AND TUNING WHICH SETS THE STANDARD. THE POWER UNIT WITH THE STANDARD-FIT ELECTRIC STARTER GUARANTEES BRUTAL POWER AND HUGE POWER RESERVES IN ALL RANGES. FUR-THER HIGHLIGHTS ARE SWITCH-ABLE IGNITION CURVES AND ADJUSTABLE EXHAUST CONTROL FOR TUNING THE POWER DELIV-ERY TO THE PARTICULAR RIDING STYLES. NEVER BEFORE HAS A TWO-STROKE BEEN SO POWERFUL AND AT THE SAME TIME SO EASY TO RIDE.

ENGINE 300 EXC

ENGINETECHNOLOGY[ IGNITION ]

Two different ignition curves allow the

engine characteristics to be altered to

suit the track and rider. Ignition curves

are chosen by using a plug-in connec-

tion or an accessory switch from the

PowerParts catalogue.

[ EXHAUST CONTROL ]

The response of the exhaust

control can be changed by

using two springs of different

hardness, which are supplied.

A special tuning measure which

offers “soft” or “aggressive”

power delivery.


all KTM Engines.

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KTM 250 EXC-FTHE NEW 250 EXC-F, WITH FURTHER IMPROVED PERFORMANCE AND NEW RUNNING GEAR, IS ONCE AGAIN THE MAIN CONTENDER FOR THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PODIUM. THE MOST MODERN FOUR-VALVE TECHNOLOGY ENSURES MASSIVE THRUST FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE RANGE UP INTO THE HIGHEST SPEED RANGES. LIGHT, EXTREMELY AGILE AND A TRUE STRONG-MAN IN THE CLASS.

[ TANK / AIRFLOW-SYSTEM ]

The tank has been designed primarily for ergonomics and provides

optimum contact with the bike. The ducts of the KTM AIRFLOW-system,

through which fresh air flows to the airbox, are situated below the

spoilers.

[ TANK COVER ]

The tank cover with the bayonet cap and new non-return valve avoids unwanted opening by

providing an additional level of security. When unlocked, access is obtained by pressing the

orange inner segment – you can’t get more secure than that!

TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

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THE PROVEN HIGH-TECH FOUR-STROKE UNIT HAS ONCE AGAIN BEEN FURTHER IMPROVED FOR THE NEW WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON. THIS IS THEREFORE A WINNING ENGINE WITH PERFORM-ANCE POTENTIAL VIRTUALLY UNRIVALLED IN ITS CLASS. ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INNOVATIONS CREATE A CONSIDERABLE WINNING MARGIN WHICH MAKES THE HEART OF THE 250 EXC-F THE TRAILBLAZER FOR FURTHER ENDURO TRIUMPHS.

[ VALVES ]

The aims: minimum moving masses, maximum valve

lift and optimum durability. Ultra-light titanium valves

with new springs and valve guides and new weight-

optimized cam levers make this possible.

[ TRANSMISSION ]

Use is now made of a

reinforced sliding gear of

the 3rd / 4th gear and an

optimized idler gear of

the 3rd gear. This guaran-

tees greater durability of

the transmission.


all KTM Engines.

ENGINE 250 EXC-F

[ VALVE DRIVE ]

New camshafts with optimized control times

ensure better response behaviour and more

thrust from the bottom of the speed range.

[ HOUSING COVER ]

A new coating

provides improved

resistance to rough

off-road boots and

also provides ex-

tremely striking

looks together with

the new logo.

ENGINETECHNOLOGY

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TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN[ HANDLEBAR ]

Tapered handlebar

made from high-grade

aluminium. Adjustable

between four positions

for optimum adaptation

to the rider.

[ REAR END ]

Modern single-part rear end with light and highly durable LED rear

light for the hardest of Enduro use. The add-on number plate carrier

with licence plate illumination and indicators can be easily removed.

KTM 400 EXCWITH THE NEWLY DEVELOPED 400 EXC, KTM INTRODUCES ONE OF THE MOST UNIVERSAL BIKES FOR ALL TYPES OF OFF-ROAD ACTION. IN ADDITION TO THE NEW ENGINE AND THE LIGHT CHASSIS, IT PROVES ITSELF WITH THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF EFFICIENT, EASILY RIDABLE ENGINE CHARACTERISTICS AND PERFECT HANDLING.

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KTM 450 EXCONCE A CHAMPION, ALWAYS A CHAMPION. IF ONE BIKE IN THE HARD-FOUGHT E2 CLASS HAS WHAT IT TAKES TO BE THE SERIES WINNER, THEN THAT BIKE IS THE 450 EXC. AND SO IT SHOULD STAY! ULTRA-MODERN TECHNOL-OGY IS USED BOTH IN THE CHASSIS AND ALSO IN THE ULTRA-POWERFUL SOHC ENGINE, WHICH FURTHER PERFECTS ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL OFF-ROAD BIKES. THE RESULT IS AN EXTREMELY LIGHT, AGILE AND IMMENSELY POWERFUL HIGH-TECH RACE BIKE WHICH ONCE AGAIN RAISES THE BAR A WHOLE STEP HIGHER FOR THE OPPOSITION.

[ FORK ]

Fully re-designed fork with comprehensive adjustment settings for the

best possible adaptation to the track and to the rider. It can be opti-

mally and comfortably adjusted in rebound and compression and also

in spring preload – thanks to new star-shaped adjusting elements.

[ AIRBOX ]

A trend-setting airbox with a large volume for huge

amounts of power and a special outer contour for

optimum knee purchase. The Twin-Air air filter is

easily accessible and can be exchanged quickly

without using tools.


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[ CYLINDER HEAD ]

The overhead camshaft not only

actuates the four titanium inlet

valves via ultra-light cam levers

but also serves as a centrifuge

for engine ventilation. The

optimized auto-decompression

system improves starting

behaviour and the obliquely

mounted magnesium cylinder

head cover greatly simplifies

valve adjustment.

[ CRANK DRIVE ]

A compact crankshaft designed for maximum stiff-

ness actuates the very light forged pistons and

also drives a balancer shaft. The weights of this

balancer shaft are arranged outside the crank-

case, which reduces splashing losses.

ENGINE 450 EXCKTM FOUR STROKES HAVE DOMINATED THE OFF-ROAD SCENE IN THE E2 AND E3 CLASSES FOR MANY YEARS. THE SUCCESSFUL DEBUT OF THE ULTRA-MODERN ENGINE FAMILY NOW REACHES A NEW HIGH POINT WITH THE 2009 POWER UNIT.THE ENGINE CONCEPT, DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR ENDURO SPORT, WITH AN OVERHEAD CAM SHAFT PROVIDES FORCEFUL, LINEAR POWER DELIVERY AND EXCELLENT DURABILITY. IT CONVINCES WITH EXTREMELY SOFT AND POWER-SAVING ENGINE CHARACTERISTICS. A PRACTICAL HIGHLIGHT: THE STANDARD ELECTRIC STARTER!


all KTM Engines.

[ CARBURETOR ]

The 39 mm Keihin flat side

carburetor uses an ac-

celerator pump and slide

potentiometer to produce

instant throttle response

and high-end perform-

ance for all four-stroke

models. An optimized cold

start setting also improves

starting at low tempera-

tures.

ENGINETECHNOLOGY[ CLUTCH ]

The hydraulic clutch

actuator from Brembo

establishes a new

benchmark in terms

of proportioning. The

clutch itself, with an

optimized disc pack, is

now supplied with addi-

tional oil. This reduces

the temperature and

therefore wear under

extreme loading.

[ IGNITION ]

A further improvement in combustion by means of an optimized

ignition curve and new spark plug. This results in further improved

ridability especially in the lower speed range.

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STRIPPED 450 EXC[ AIRBOX ]

Large airbox volume ensures huge

amounts of power and a perfect

outer contour provides optimum knee

purchase. Exchanging the Twin-Air air

filter is child’s play and can be done

quickly without using tools.

[ EXHAUST ]

Special aluminium silencer with

perfect looks and high-performance

internals. For optimum performance

with minimum weight and very low

sound levels.

[ PDS SHOCK ]

Overhauled WP PDS shock absorber with

rebound adjustment and adjustable

high / low speed compression damping.

Guarantees optimum adaptation to the

widest variety of conditions.

[ SWINGARM ]

An extremely light aluminium

cast swing arm with a directly

articulated PDS shock absorber.

Provides optimum flex and

therefore excellent traction

and comfort.

[ FRAME REAR END ]

Wide profiles made from

high-grade aluminium.

Optimum stability with

low weight.

[ FRAME ]

Chromoly EXC frame with solid overside oval

tubes for side grinding. One of the most stable

and lightest designs on the market. Efficient

protection of the high-grade powder coating is

provided by plastic frame protectors.

[ CLUTCH ]

Hydraulic clutch control is standard

equipment for KTM and guarantees optimum

control with a minimum of effort and also

requires virtually no servicing.

[ COOLING SYSTEM ]

Integrated cooling system (leads from the cylinder head through the frame

triangle via a T-piece directly to the coolers). This means simple cooler

assembly, better air circulation and more space below the tank.

[ BRAKES ]

The ultimate in brake performance: Brembo.

Hugely powerful with floating two-piston

brake caliper at the front and single-piston

brake caliper at the rear, together with

ultra-light wave rotors.

[ FORK ]

Fully adjustable 48 mm upside-down fork from

WP with new inner and outer tubes, completely

new cartridge unit, optimized bearing seat and

overhauled setting. For considerably improved

response behaviour, greater comfort and

greater damping reserves.

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KTM 530 EXCTHOSE WHO FEEL THE 530 EXC BENEATH THEM KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT: THE ULTIMATE COMBINATION OF FIGHTING MACHINE AND WORKHORSE. THE LARGE SOHC ENGINE DEVELOPS BRUTAL FOUR-STROKE POWER AND ALSO CONVINCES WITH SMOOTH POWER DELIVERY ON SELEC-TIVE TRAILS. IN COMBINATION WITH THE COMPLETELY OVER-HAULED CHASSIS, THE NEW 530 EXC IS THE FIRST CHOICE FOR EVERYONE WHO SIMPLY CAN’T GET ENOUGH.

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MODEL MODEL

125 EXC 200 EXC 250 EXCMODEL MODEL

300 EXC2STROKE

TECHNICAL DATA

ENGINE ENGINE TYPE DISPLACEMENT BORE / STROKE STARTER / BATTERY TRANSMISSION CARBURETOR CONTROL LUBRICATION TRANSMISSION OIL PRIMARY RATIO FINAL DRIVE COOLING CLUTCH IGNITION

CHASSIS FRAME SUBFRAME HANDLEBAR FRONT SUSPENSION REAR SUSPENSION SUSPENSION TRAVEL FRONT / REAR FRONT / REAR BRAKES FRONT / REAR RIMS FRONT / REAR TIRES CHAIN SILENCER STEERING HEAD ANGLE WHEEL BASE GROUND CLEARANCE SEAT HEIGHT TANK CAPACITY WEIGHT (READY TO RACE)

Single cylinder, 2-stroke249 cc66.4 / 72 mmKickstarter5 gearsKeihin PWK 36 S AGExhaust control TVCMixture oil lubrication 1 : 60Motorex, SAE 15W-5026 : 7213 : 40 (14 : 50)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan

Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4AluminiumNeken, Aluminium Ø 28 / 22 mmWP-USD Ø 48 mmWP-PDS shock absorber300 / 335 mmDisc brake Ø 260 / 220 mm1.60 x 21"; 2.15 x 18" Excel90/90-21"; 140/80-18"X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4"Aluminium63.5°1,475 ± 10 mm385 mm985 mmapprox. 9.5 litresapprox. 100.8 kg (without fuel)

Single cylinder, 2-stroke193 cc64 / 60 mmKickstarter6 gearsKeihin PWK 36 S AGExhaust controlMixture oil lubrication 1 : 60Motorex, SAE 15W-5023 : 7314 : 42 (14 : 48)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan

Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4AluminiumNeken, Aluminium Ø 28 / 22 mmWP-USD Ø 48 mmWP-PDS shock absorber300 / 335 mmDisc brake Ø 260 / 220 mm1.60 x 21"; 2.15 x 18" Excel90/90-21"; 120/90-18"X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4"Aluminium63°1,471 ± 10 mm390 mm985 mmapprox. 9.5 litresapprox. 97 kg (without fuel)

Single cylinder, 2-stroke124.8 cc54 / 54.5 mmKickstarter6 gearsKeihin PWK 36 S AGExhaust controlMixture oil lubrication 1 : 60Motorex, SAE 15W-5023 : 7314 : 42 (13 : 50)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan

Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4AluminiumNeken, Aluminium Ø 28 / 22 mmWP-USD Ø 48 mmWP-PDS shock absorber300 / 335 mmDisc brake Ø 260 / 220 mm1.60 x 21"; 2.15 x 18" Excel90/90-21"; 120/90-18"X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4"Aluminium63°1,471 ± 10 mm390 mm985 mmapprox. 9.5 litresapprox. 97 kg (without fuel)

Single cylinder, 2-stroke293.2 cc72 / 72 mmKick- and electric starter / 12 V 3 Ah5 gearsKeihin PWK 36 S AGExhaust control TVCMixture oil lubrication 1 : 60Motorex, SAE 15W-5026 : 7213 : 40 (14 : 50)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan


MODEL MODELMODEL

250 EXC-F 450 EXC400 EXCMODEL

530 EXC4STROKE

ENGINE ENGINE TYPE DISPLACEMENT BORE / STROKE COMPRESSION RATIO STARTER / BATTERY TRANSMISSION CARBURETOR CONTROL LUBRICATION ENGINE OIL PRIMARY RATIO FINAL DRIVE COOLING CLUTCH IGNITION

CHASSIS FRAME SUBFRAME HANDLEBAR FRONT SUSPENSION REAR SUSPENSION SUSPENSION TRAVEL FRONT / REAR FRONT / REAR BRAKES FRONT / REAR RIMS FRONT / REAR TIRES CHAIN SILENCER STEERING HEAD ANGLE WHEEL BASE GROUND CLEARANCE SEAT HEIGHT TANK CAPACITY WEIGHT (READY TO RACE)

Single cylinder, 4-stroke510.4 cc95 / 72 mm11.9 : 1Kick- and electric starter / 12 V 4 Ah6 gearsKeihin FCR-MX 394 V / OHC with rocker leversPressure lubrication with 3 oil pumpsMotorex, SAE 10W-5033 : 7615 : 45 (14 : 52)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan

Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4AluminiumNeken, Aluminium Ø 28 / 22 mmWP-USD Ø 48 mmWP-PDS shock absorber300 / 335 mmDisc brake Ø 260 / 220 mm1.60 x 21"; 2.15 x 18" Excel90/90-21"; 140/80-18"X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4"Aluminium63.5°1,475 ± 10 mm380 mm985 mmapprox. 9 litresapprox. 113.9 kg (without fuel)

Single cylinder, 4-stroke449.3 cc95 / 63.4 mm11.9:1Kick- and electric starter / 12 V 4 Ah6 gearsKeihin FCR-MX 394 V / OHC with rocker leversPressure lubrication with 3 oil pumpsMotorex, SAE 10W-5033 : 7615 : 45 (13 : 52)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan


Single cylinder, 4-stroke248.6 cc76 / 54.8 mm12.8 : 1Kick- and electric starter / 12 V 4 Ah6 gearsKeihin FCR-MX 394 V / OHC with rocker leversPressure lubrication with 2 oil pumpsMotorex, SAE 10W-5022 : 6814 : 38 (13:50)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan


Single cylinder, 4-stroke393.4 cc95 / 55.5 mm11.1:1Kick- and electric starter / 12 V 4 Ah6 gearsKeihin FCR-MX 394 V / OHC with rocker leversPressure lubrication with 3 oil pumpsMotorex, SAE 10W-5033 : 7615 : 45 (13 : 52)Liquid coolingWet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated Kokusan


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ENDUROELBADORADOFOR ANYONE LOOKING FOR THE ULTIMATE ALL-ROUNDER, THE 690 ENDURO IS THE RIGHT CHOICE. IT MASTERS TRAILS RESERVED OTHERWISE ONLY FOR EXC BIKES, AND IS EQUALLY SUITABLE FOR A ROAD TRIP TO MOROCCO. ALL OF THIS WITH A PASSENGER AND LUGGAGE IF DESIRED!FROM THE WIDEST VARIETY OF ROADS TO ADVENTUR-OUS PISTES TO DEMANDING OFF-ROAD TRAILS – THE 690 ENDURO IS AT HOME EVERYWHERE AND OPENS UP NEW HORIZONS.

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ONEFORALL.THE KTM 690 ENDURO IS FAR MORE THAN THE IDEAL COMPANION FOR OFF-ROADING. IT IS A MULTI-FUNCTIONAL TOOL WHICH PROVES ITS CLASS ON EVERY TERRAIN. THIS BEGINS WITH COMFORTABLE ROAD RIDING AND GOES WELL BEYOND ENDLESS DUSTY, TWISTING GRAVEL PATHS. WHEN YOU HEAR THE ROCKS AND THE MOST EXTREME SLOPES CALLING FOR YOU – LISTEN AND LET YOUR KTM 690 ENDURO DO THE TALKING.

ASPHALT

GRAVEL

ROCKS

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KTM 690 ENDUROIN ENDURO RIDING, THERE IS NO 50 / 50 SITUATION. WHAT COUNTS HERE IS PURE DEPENDABILITY, AND INDEED EVERYWHERE: IN HANDLING, IN THE ENGINE, IN PERFORMANCE AND ESPECIALLY ALSO IN DURABILITY.THE KTM 690 ENDURO COMBINES THESE OFF-ROAD PROPERTIES WITH STREET QUALITIES. AN ALL-ROUNDER FOR TRUE ALL-ROUNDERS, WHICH LETS YOU CROSS OVER FROM THE TARMAC INTO ENDURO ADVENTURE AT ANY TIME.

TECHNOLOGY

[ FRAME ]

The tubular space frame made of Chromoly tubes ensures the highest degree

of torsional resistance for outstanding track stability at the lowest weight.

[ CHASSIS ]

The high-grade fork and shock absorber made by WP are

fully adjustable. With the new setting, they guarantee even a

smoother response with maximum shock-absorbing reserves for

rugged off-road action and increased everyday driving comfort.

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STRIPPED 690 ENDURO [ AIRBOX ]

Large-volume airbox in the tubular lattice frame above the

cylinder. Provides high performance and, together with the

long intake snorkel, efficient noise damping. With well-

dimensioned paper lamellae, the air filter provides effective

cleaning, over a large area, of the intake air which is sucked

in below the seat at a position which is protected from dirt.

[ SWING ARM ]

Single-part cast aluminium swing arm with low weight

and suspension-enhancing flexible properties.

Pro-Lever deflection for progressive shock absorber

articulation, and a low, steep monoshock position for

the benefit of a maximum tank volume.

[ REAR END ]

Single-part, self-supporting tank / rear-end unit made from robust plastic without

additional metal struts and with integrated fuel pump and 12 litre tank volume.

Included footpegs and handles allow simple retrofitting for pillion riding.

[ TANK COVER ]

Lockable tank cover, integrated optimally

behind the seat.

[ BRAKES ]

Two-piston floating caliper and 300 mm brake disc at the

front and single-piston floating caliper with 240 mm disc

at the rear guarantee the best braking performance.

[ COCKPIT ]

Sporty-look compact digital tachometer with

clear display together with integrated indicator

lamps provide all the important information at

a glance.

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ENDURO R

FOR THOSE FOR WHOM HARD AND ROCKY ISN’T ENOUGH, THE WORLD OF ENDURO PROVIDES YET FURTHER ADJECTIVES FOR DESCRIBING SELECTIVE TRACKS. HOW ABOUT EXTREME, BRUTAL AND UNRIDABLE? THE KTM 690 ENDURO R HAS BEEN BUILT SPECIFICALLY FOR THE HARDEST DEMANDS. THE RIGHT MACHINE FOR HARDCORE ENDURO ACTION.IT DELIVERS PHENOMENAL POWER, PERFECT HANDLING AND MANY FEATURES, TO PROVIDE LONE FIGHTERS AGAINST THE FORCES OF NATURE WITH A 100 % EFFEC-TIVE WEAPON. NO MATTER HOW TOUGH LIFE CAN BE – YOU ARE TOUGHER!

690 ENDURO R FUN IN ITALY

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[ GRAPHICS ]

An extra sporty and dynamic

appearance thanks to new

graphics and orange frame.


[ MASK ]

Extremely sporty looks

thanks to a new, ultra-slim

headlight mask and a smaller

headlight with a scratchproof

plastic panel, behind which

is situated a new compact

digital tachometer.

[ FENDER ]

Specially developed front fender for optimum rider protection

for when it gets really dirty. Additional slots in the rear region

guarantee a better airflow through the cooler.

KTM 690 ENDURO RIF YOU TALK ABOUT HARD ENDURO, YOU REALLY MEAN LC4. KTM HAS ALWAYS MADE ITS MARK ON THIS CATEGORY WITH ITS LC4 MODELS. A LOW WEIGHT, MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE, ROBUST OFF-ROAD TECH-NOLOGY AND THE HIGHEST RELIABILITY – THEN AND NOW! UNBEAT-ABLE PERFORMANCE, IMPROVED DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS, STATE-

OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY, LONGER SUSPENSION TRAVEL AND BAR TYRES MAKE THIS BIKE AN ALL-AROUND MACHINE WITH IMPRESSIVE ENDURO FEATURES AND SOLID ON-ROAD HANDLING.

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all KTM Engines.

[ ENGINE MANAGEMENT ]

Innovative engine management with electronic injec-

tion and EPT (Electronic Power Throttle) system – the

position of the throttle is electronically controlled in

addition to the manual throttle twist grip actuation.

This guarantees very uniform power delivery which

can be switched between “soft” or “aggressive”

using the “Map Select Switch” under the seat.

There is an additional switch position for the use

of low-octane fuel (down to 80 octane).

THE TERM “ENGINE” DOES NOT DO ANY JUSTICE TO THIS EXTREMELY POWERFUEL LC4 POWER UNIT. ITS PHENOMENAL POWER (FULLY HOMO-LOGATED) AND ONE OF THE MOST MODERN ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WITH ELECTRONIC INJEC-TION AND EPT SYSTEM SET NEW STANDARDS IN TERMS OF POWER, PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY.

ENGINE 690 LC4

MODEL MODEL

690 ENDURO 690 ENDURO R

ENGINE ENGINE TYPE DISPLACEMENT BORE / STROKE STARTER / BATTERY TRANSMISSION CARBURETOR CONTROL LUBRICATION TRANSMISSION OIL PRIMARY RATIO FINAL DRIVE COOLING CLUTCH IGNITION

CHASSIS FRAME SUBFRAME HANDLEBAR FRONT SUSPENSION REAR SUSPENSION SUSPENSION TRAVEL FRONT / REAR FRONT BRAKES REAR BRAKES FRONT / REAR RIMS FRONT / REAR TIRES CHAIN SILENCER STEERING HEAD ANGLE WHEEL BASE GROUND CLEARANCE SEAT HEIGHT TANK CAPACITY WEIGHT (READY TO RACE)

TECNICAL DATA

Single cylinder, 4-stroke654 cc102 / 80 mmElectric starter / 12 V 8.6 Ah6 gears, dog clutch engagementKeihin EFI with EPT (Electr. Power Throttle)4 V / OHC with roller rocker levers Pressure lubrication with 2 Eaton pumpsMotorex, fully synthetic, SAE 10W-60 36 : 79 15 : 45Liquid coolingAPTC slipper clutch, hydraulically operatedKeihin EMS

Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder coatedSelf-supporting plastic tankAluminium, tapered, Ø 28 / 22 mmWP-USD Ø 48 mmWP-Monoshock with Pro-Lever linkage275 / 275 mm Brembo two piston, floating caliper, Ø 300 mmBrembo single piston, floating caliper, Ø 240 mmSpoked wheels with aluminium rims 1.85 x 21" / 2.50 x 18"90/90-21"; 140/80-18"X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4" Stainless steel silencer with regulated catalytic converter63°1,498 ± 15 mm320 mm 930 mmapprox. 12 litres / 2.5 litres reserve approx. 138.5 kg (without fuel)

Single cylinder, 4-stroke654 cc102 / 80 mmElectric starter / 12 V 8.6 Ah6 gears, dog clutch engagementKeihin EFI with EPT (Electr. Power Throttle)4 V / OHC with roller rocker levers Pressure lubrication with 2 Eaton pumpsMotorex, fully synthetic, SAE 10W-60 36 : 79 15 : 45Liquid coolingAPTC slipper clutch, hydraulically operatedKeihin EMS

Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder coatedSelf-supporting plastic tankAluminium, tapered, Ø 28 / 22 mmWP-USD Ø 48 mmWP-Monoshock with Pro-Lever linkage250 / 250 mm Brembo two piston, floating caliper, Ø 300 mmBrembo single piston, floating caliper, Ø 240 mmSpoked wheels with aluminium rims 1.85 x 21" / 2.50 x 18"90/90-21"; 140/80-18"X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4" Stainless steel silencer with regulated catalytic converter63°1,498 ± 15 mm300 mm910 mmapprox. 12 litres / 2.5 litres reserve approx. 138.5 kg (without fuel)

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POWERWEAR

RACING PRO HELMET 09KTM NECKBRACEKTM RACETECH SHIRT 09KTM RACETECH GLOVES 09KTM RACETECH PANTS 09TECH 8 BOOT

BE IT POWER, HANDLING, LOOKS OR CLOTHING – WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF FANTAS-TIC POWERPARTS AND POWERWEAR, THERE ARE COUNTLESS POSSIBILITIES TO PERFECT BOTH BIKE AND RIDER EVEN FURTHER.

POWERPARTS

ADVENTURE TOURS

SXS PDS SHOCK ABSORBER

SXS FACTORY PIPESXS FACTORY SILENCER

WWW.KTMADVENTURETOURS.CH

YOU LIKE ADVENTURE? THEN GO GRAB YOUR ADVENTURE TOURS CATALOGUE FROM YOUR NEAREST KTM DEALER. WHETHER IT’S A RIDING TECHNIQUE WEEKEND, AN ENDURO TRIP, A BIKE HOLIDAY OR AN EXPEDITION SOMEWHERE AROUND THE WORLD – WITHOUT DOUBT YOU’LL FIND THE IDEAL CHOICE FOR PERFECT ENDURO EXPERIENCES AND AWESOME OFFROAD JOURNEYS.

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LEGAL DISCLAIMERShould not be emulated. The riders illustrated are professional motorcycle riders. The photos were taken on a closed racing circuits or closed roads. KTM draws to the attention of all motorcycle riders that they should abide by all traffic laws and regulations, that they should wear the recommended protective clothing and always ride in a responsible way.

The motorcycles advertised in this folder are only suitable for use in normal traffic in the homologated version.

When purchasing a motorcycle, it is necessary to clearly observe all safety aspects and appropriate warnings. The motorcycles illustrated are in part equipped with extras that are subject to additional costs. All information concerning delivery, appearance, performance and weights and measurements of the vehicles comply with KTM’s sales program in Austria at the time of printing and all information is supplied without obligation and may be subject to alteration at any time. Please note that model specifications can be different from country to country.

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