2019 KTM 1090 Adventure Specifications

Name: 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure
Brand: KTM

Sport touring • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2019 KTM 1090 Adventure Overview

For 2019, KTM offers the 1090 Adventure as a sport touring motorcycle with 1090 cc on tap. The 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure is built around a V2, four-stroke engine. Internally, bore and stroke are 103 x 63 mm. In everyday use, the 2019 1090 Adventure tips the scales at 205 kg, carries a 23-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 850 mm and spans a 1560 mm wheelbase. Every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes, is covered in the full 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure spec sheet below.

2019 KTM 1090 Adventure compared with other bikes in the Sport touring category

Measured against other bikes in the Sport touring category in our database (up to 562 models, one entry per model), the 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure comes out as follows.

With 850 mm, the 1090 Adventure has the joint 14th tallest seat height of 364 bikes in the Sport touring category, 5% above the category average of 810 mm.
Engine displacement of 1090 cc is larger than that of 420 of the other 561 bikes in the Sport touring category.
Narrowing the field to the 149 models within five model years of it, the seat height of 850 mm is taller than that of 127 of the other 148.

Versus the 2018 model

Compared with the 2018 model, displacement rose from 1050 cc to 1090 cc (+40 cc). Seat height is unchanged.

2019 1090 Adventure - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Strong front braking: The double disc front brake bites hard and stays consistent - a solid foundation whether it's stock or upgraded with braided lines.
Large fuel range: With a 23-litre tank, this isn't a bike you'll be stopping for fuel every hour - a real asset on longer trips.

Considerations

Tall seat height: An 850 mm seat puts flat-footing out of reach for a lot of riders - sit on it in person before committing.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Brake disc and pad wear

Double disc with Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper up front provides the primary stopping power; inspect disc thickness and pad wear at each tyre change to catch scoring before it becomes a rotor replacement.

Suspension condition on used examples

Suspension duties are handled by WP upside-down Ø 43 mm up front and WP monoshock at the rear. Weeping fork seals aren't a dealbreaker on a used bike, but they're a fair basis for negotiating price.

Frame & chassis check

The Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated chassis holds up well with normal use; on a used bike it's still worth checking the head-stock and swingarm pivot area for impact damage or corrosion.

1090 Adventure - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

A pre-purchase check on the 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure with its 1090 cc sport touring should cover the same ground every time: service history, drivetrain condition, and any oil seepage around the casings. Now 7 years old, this sport touring is as likely to show age-related wear (perished rubber, seized fasteners, degraded seals) as mileage-related wear. Start it from cold if you can - a well-kept 1090 Adventure settles to a smooth idle within seconds.

Oil and filter changes

Oil changes are the cheapest insurance you can buy for the 1090 Adventure's 1090 cc v2, four-stroke - keep to the manufacturer's interval rather than stretching it. Use the viscosity grade the manual specifies, not whatever's on sale.

2019 KTM 1090 Adventure - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure have?

The 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure uses a V2, four-stroke engine with 1090 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure weigh?

The 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure weighs 205 kg. This is the manufacturer's dry figure.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure?

The 2019 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 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure suitable for shorter riders?

The 2019 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 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure have?

The 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure uses double disc with Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper at the front and single disc with Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc at the rear.

What suspension does the 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure have?

The 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure uses WP upside-down Ø 43 mm up front and WP monoshock at the rear.

What frame does the 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure use?

The 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure is built around a Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated frame.

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

V2, four-stroke

Power

Not recorded

Torque

Not recorded

Top Speed

Not recorded

Weight

205 kg / 451.9 lbs

Fuel Capacity

23.00 litres / 6.08 US gallons

Full 2019 KTM 1090 Adventure Specifications

Colours Black/Orange

Ground Clearance (in.) 8.7 inches

Ground Clearance (mm) 220 mm

Seat Height 850 mm / 33.5 in.

Wheelbase 1560 mm / 61.4 in.

Dry Weight 205 kg / 451.9 lbs

Fuel Capacity 23.00 litres / 6.08 US gallons

Power-to-Weight Ratio 0.6018 HP/kg

Bore x Stroke (in,) 4.1 x 2.5 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 103.0 x 63.0 mm

CO2 129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Displacement (cc) 1090.0 cc

Displacement (ci) 66.51 cubic inches

Engine Type V2, four-stroke

Fuel Consumption 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)

Ignition Digetal

Starter Electric

Clutch Slipper clutch

Frame Type Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated

Suspension - Front WP upside-down Ø 43 mm

Suspension - Rear WP monoshock

Wheel Travel - Front 185 mm / 7.3 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 190 mm / 7.5 in.

Brakes - Front Double disc. Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper

Brakes - Rear Single disc. Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc

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