KTM 990 SMT Spied in Europe, Shows 990 Adventure-like Design but Smaller 17-inch Alloy Wheels

The KTM 990 SMT, spotted undergoing testing in Europe, draws power from the same liquid-cooled, 947cc, parallel-twin engine as the 2024 KTM 990 Duke.

KTM is developing the 990 SMT (Supermoto Touring), which combines the supermoto concept with the touring ability of an adventure bike. The KTM 990 SMT is designed to be tall, just like the KTM 990 Adventure, and borrows some elements from the Duke and Adventure models to set itself apart.

The 990 SMT bike is powered by a liquid-cooled 947cc parallel-twin engine, which also powers the KTM 990 Duke. This LC8c engine complies with Euro5+ regulations and features new pistons, a rebuilt crankshaft, and conrods. In the 2024 KTM 990 Duke, the engine makes 123bhp at 9,500rpm and 103Nm of peak torque at 6,750rpm. While the company has yet to reveal the power and torque figures of the KTM 990 SMT, it is expected to deliver less power and torque than the 990 Duke. The transmission, however, will be the same 6-speed unit, accompanied by a quick-shifter.

KTM 990 SMT Spied Testing

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KTM 990 SMT: Wheels, Tyres

While the KTM 990 SMT looks similar to the 990 Adventure, they have different wheels and tyres. The test mule of the 990 SMT gets a 17-inch alloy wheel with a 120/70 road-oriented tyre at the front, whereas the 990 Adventure is available with a larger 21-inch wheel at the front. At the rear, the 990 SMT will likely get a 180/55 ZR17 tyre, similar to the 990 Duke.

KTM 990 SMT: Similarities with 990 Adventure

The KTM 990 SMT gets what appears to be an LED projector headlamp with LED daytime running lights. Other noticeable elements include a muscular fuel tank, a tall visor, and high-mounted LED indicators.

KTM 990 SMT: Features, Electronic Aids

The 990 SMT is expected to get a TFT display with smartphone connectivity and electronic aids like switchable ABS, engine braking levels, wheelie control, traction control levels, and multiple ride modes.

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There is no word on KTM bringing the 990 SMT to India, but the company is preparing to introduce the new 390 Adventure bike soon in our market, probably by late 2024 or early 2025.

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