2017 KTM 1090 Adventure Specifications

Name: 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure
Brand: KTM

All-Round • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2017 KTM 1090 Adventure Overview

KTM 1090 Adventure is an all-round motorcycle, displacing 1050 cc. Power comes from a Twin, four-stroke engine. Bore and stroke come in at 103 x 63 mm. On the road, the 2017 1090 Adventure tips the scales at 205 kg, carries a 23-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 850 mm and spans a 1,560 mm wheelbase. The full 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2017 1090 Adventure - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Large fuel range: A 23-litre tank means fewer stops on longer rides - a genuine plus for touring or a lengthy daily commute.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 850 mm, shorter riders will likely be on tiptoes at a standstill - worth sitting on one before you buy.
Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the 1090 Adventure needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Brembo - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The 1090 Adventure's suspension runs WP upside-down ? 43 mm at the front. The rear uses WP monoshock. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The 1090 Adventure uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated, the 1090 Adventure's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

1090 Adventure - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy 1090 Adventure should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a 1090 Adventure's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the 1090 Adventure needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

2017 KTM 1090 Adventure - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure have?

The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure uses a Twin, four-stroke engine with 1050 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure weigh?

The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure weighs 205 kg. This is the manufacturer's dry figure.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure?

The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure has a 23-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 383-460 km between stops.

Is the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure suitable for shorter riders?

The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure has a seat height of 850 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure have?

The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure uses Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Brembo at the front and Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Brembo. at the rear.

What fuel system does the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure use?

The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure uses Injection, providing precise fuelling across the rev range and reliable cold-start behaviour.

What suspension does the 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure have?

The 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure uses WP upside-down ? 43 mm up front and WP monoshock at the rear.

KTM 1090 Adventure Spec Evolution

The KTM 1090 Adventure was produced across 3 model years (2017-2019). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2017	2018	2019
Engine Type	Twin, four-stroke	Twin, four-stroke	V2, four-stroke
Fuel Capacity	23.00 litres / 6.08 gallons	23.00 litres / 6.08 gallons	23.00 litres / 6.08 US gallons
Displacement (cc)	1050.00 cc	1050.00 cc	1090.0 cc
Displacement (ci)	64.07 cubic inches	64.07 cubic inches	66.51 cubic inches
Brakes - Front	Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Brembo	Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Brembo	Double disc. Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper
Wheelbase	1,560 mm / 61.4 in.	1,560 mm / 61.4 in.	1560 mm / 61.4 in.
Brakes - Rear	Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Brembo.	Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Brembo.	Single disc. Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc
Suspension - Front	WP upside-down ? 43 mm	WP upside-down ? 43 mm	WP upside-down Ø 43 mm

Key Specifications

Engine

Twin, four-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

Not published by manufacturer

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

205 kg / 451.9 lbs

Fuel Capacity

23.00 litres / 6.08 gallons

Full 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure Specifications

Comments Small windscreen. Ride-by-wire system. Traction control with different modes.

Colours Orange/black

Ground Clearance (in.) 8.7 inches

Ground Clearance (mm) 220 mm

Seat Height 850 mm / 33.5 in.

Wheelbase 1,560 mm / 61.4 in.

Dry Weight 205 kg / 451.9 lbs

Fuel Capacity 23.00 litres / 6.08 gallons

Power-to-Weight Ratio 0.6098 HP/kg

Bore x Stroke (in,) 4.1 x 2.5 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 103.0 x 63.0 mm

Displacement (cc) 1050.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 64.07 cubic inches

Engine Type Twin, four-stroke

Engine Detail 75° V arrangement

Fuel System Injection

Engine Lubrication Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pump

Ignition Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition

Starter Electric

Clutch PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive 5/8 x 5/16 X Ring. Primary drive: 40:76.

Frame Type Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated

Suspension - Front WP upside-down ? 43 mm

Suspension - Rear WP monoshock

Rake 26.0°

Wheel Travel - Front 185 mm / 7.3 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 190 mm / 7.5 in.

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 12.6 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 320 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 10.5 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 267 mm

Brakes - Front Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Brembo

Brakes - Rear Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Brembo.

Rims Metzeler Tourance Next tires

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.