Data sheet
Dimensions & weights
- Wet weight
- 196 kg
- Weight without fuel
- 196 kg
- Seat height
- 830 / 850 mm
- Ground clearance
- 233 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1509 mm
- Suspension travel
- 200 / 200 mm
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine
- 799 cc · Parallel twin
- Cooling
- Liquid cooled
- Output
- 95 hp · 88 Nm
- Transmission
- 6-speed
- Final drive
- Chain
- Fuelling
- Electronic fuel injection
Fuel & range
- Fuel capacity
- 20 L
- Real world range
- 450 km
Electronics & rider aids
- Ride modes
- Street/Rain/Offroad/Rally
- Cruise control
- Yes
- Traction control
- Yes · defeatable
- ABS
- Yes · fully defeatable
- Heated grips
- No
- Heated seat
- No
Service intervals
- Service interval
- 15,000 km
- Valve check
- 30,000 km
- Chain lube
- every 1,000 km
- Air filter
- 15,000 km
Protection
- Bash plate
- None
- Radiator guard
- No
- Oil cooler guard
- No
- Hand guards
- No
Consumables & service specs
Every value carries its source.
Tyres
- Front
- 90/90-21Avon TrailRider original fitment in the 2019 owner manual.KTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Rear
- 150/70R18Avon TrailRider original fitment in the 2019 owner manual.KTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Tyre pressures
- Front — solo
- 2.4 barSolo rider, cold tyreKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Front — loaded
- 2.6 barFull payload (rider+passenger+luggage), cold tyreKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Rear — solo
- 2.4 barSolo rider, cold tyreKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Rear — loaded
- 2.9 barFull payload (rider+passenger+luggage), cold tyreKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Engine oil
- Viscosity
- SAE 10W/50KTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Capacity
- 2.8 lKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Filter part no.
- 61338015200KTM engine parts catalogue and 2020 KTM technical bulletin identify this oil filter.KTM 790 engine parts catalogue · official
Coolant
- Type
- Silicate-free coolantKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Capacity
- 1.60 lKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Brakes
- Fluid type
- DOT 4 / DOT 5.1KTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Forks
- Oil viscosity
- SAE 42019 WP Suspension APEX 3043 Split fork; exact model-year manual.KTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Oil capacity
- 480 ml480±5 ml per fork leg; exact model-year manual.KTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Final drive
- Chain
- 5/8x1/4in (520) X-ringKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Filters
- Air filter part no.
- KT-1113K&N direct-replacement, washable air filter for the 2019-2021 KTM 790 Adventure factory airbox.K&N KT-1113 fitment
Spark plugs
- Type
- NGK LMAR9AI-10KTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Gap
- 1.0 mmKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Quantity
- 2One per cylinderKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Battery
- Type
- HTZ12A-BSKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Fuel
- Minimum octane
- 95 RONKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
- Ethanol tolerance
- E10 maxKTM OM 790 Adventure 2019 · official
Tyre Library
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Michelin Anakee Adventure
Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.
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manufacturer fact: Michelin's 2025 guide identifies the Anakee Adventure as original equipment for the KTM 790 Adventure.
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Michelin Anakee Road
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Michelin Anakee Wild
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Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventure A41
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Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41
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manufacturer fact: Bridgestone lists this exact AT41 front and rear pair for the 790 Adventure.
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Continental ContiTrailAttack 3
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Mitas Enduro Trail-ADV 2
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Mitas Enduro Trail-XT+
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Metzeler Karoo 4
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Metzeler Karoo Street
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Pirelli Scorpion Rally
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Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR
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Pirelli Scorpion Trail II
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Pirelli Scorpion Trail III
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Mitas Terra Force-R
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Continental TKC 70
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Metzeler Tourance Next 2
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Anakee III
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Pirelli Angel GT
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Pirelli Angel GT II
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Pirelli Angel ST
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Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventurecross Scrambler AX41S
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Bridgestone BATTLAX BT-45
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Bridgestone BATTLAX Sport Touring T32
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Bridgestone BATTLAX Sport Touring T33
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Bridgestone BATTLE WING BW501 / BW502
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Bridgestone BATTLECRUISE H50
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Michelin Commander III Cruiser
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Commander III Touring
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Continental ContiClassicAttack
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Continental ContiEscape
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Continental ContiLegend
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Continental ContiMotion
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Continental ContiRoad
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Continental ContiRoadAttack 4
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Continental ContiTour
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No matching front and rear pair
Metzeler Cruisetec
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Pirelli Diablo Powercruiser
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Metzeler Enduro 3 Sahara
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Bridgestone EXEDRA G853 / G852
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Bridgestone EXEDRA MAX
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IRC GP-21F / GP-22R
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Dunlop K750
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Metzeler Lasertec
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Pirelli MT 21 Rallycross
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Pirelli MT 60 RS
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Pirelli Night Dragon
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Continental RB 2 / K 112
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Michelin Road 5
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Road 6
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Road 6 GT
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Road Classic
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Road W GT
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No matching front and rear pair
Metzeler Roadtec 01
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
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No matching front and rear pair
Metzeler Roadtec 01 SE
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
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No matching front and rear pair
Metzeler Roadtec 02
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No matching front and rear pair
Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Scorcher 11
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Scorcher 31
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
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No matching front and rear pair
Michelin Scorcher Adventure
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
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No matching front and rear pair
Avon Spirit ST
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
Still needs checking: construction, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
No matching front and rear pair
Continental TKC 70 Rocks
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
Still needs checking: construction, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
No matching front and rear pair
Continental TKC 80
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
Still needs checking: construction, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
No matching front and rear pair
Metzeler Tourance
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
Still needs checking: construction, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
No matching front and rear pair
Bridgestone Trail Wing TW101 / TW42
No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.
Still needs checking: construction, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventurecross AX41
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Bridgestone BATTLAX BT46
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Avon Cobra Chrome
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Michelin Commander II
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Mitas Enduro Trail+
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Heidenau K60 Scout
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
Does not fit this bike
Continental TKC 80²
The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.
Still needs checking: construction, source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.
What breaks first and where.
Front brake master cylinder return spring — weak preload
SeriousOccasionalThe return spring in the front brake master cylinder piston can have insufficient preload, which may delay full return of the brake piston and pads after brake application, increasing stopping distance.
Symptoms
- Increased front brake lever travel/drag
- Longer than expected stopping distances
- Front brake feels like it is not fully releasing
Field repairableNo — Requires dealer replacement of the return spring and plastic plug in the master cylinder; not a practical roadside/field fix.
Fuel pump filter contamination ("white goop"/mold from tank manufacturing)
ModerateOccasionalManufacturing residue (described by owners and dealers as a white, mold-like or flashing residue) inside the fuel tank can clog the in-tank fuel pump filter, restricting fuel delivery.
Symptoms
- Engine bogging under load
- Stalling
- Intermittent loss of power
- Engine dying at idle or low RPM
Field repairableYes — Remove the fuel pump/tank sender assembly and clean or replace the in-tank fuel filter/strainer; owners report this is warranty-covered at dealers when reported, and is a documented, dealer-acknowledged issue rather than an official recall.
LC8c camshaft wear (cam lobe / cam follower wear)
CatastrophicOccasionalKTM acknowledged premature camshaft wear on a population of 2018-2020 790 Duke and 790 Adventure engines, attributed to marginal oil supply to the cam followers. KTM addressed this via a non-recall goodwill program (announced via a KTM Facebook statement, July 18, 2024) rather than a formal safety recall. The fix incorporated an additional oil strainer starting 2020 production and wider cam followers from 2021 production.
Symptoms
- Difficulty starting
- Unusual engine noise/rattle from cylinder head
- Reduced power
- In advanced cases, complete loss of valve timing/engine damage
Field repairableNo — Not field-repairable; requires camshaft/cam follower replacement by a dealer/qualified mechanic. Owners are advised to have valve clearance and cam condition checked at or before the 30,000 km major service.
Where to find things
Common locations for jacks, filters, fluids and fuse boxes. Follow the reference link when a picture helps more than words.
Engine oil fill
Engine-oil filler and level-check point on the engine; use the referenced owner-manual level procedure and keep contamination out of the opening.
ReferenceCoolant reservoir
Coolant expansion reservoir shown in the referenced owner-manual general-view and maintenance diagrams; open or top up only when the system is cold.
ReferenceBrake fluid reservoir
Front reservoir at the handlebar master cylinder and rear reservoir beside the rear master cylinder; use the manual's motorcycle attitude for level checks.
ReferenceField toolkit
What it takes to remove a wheel, handle common field repairs, and get moving again.
17 mm internal hex axle adaptor
Required30 mm internal hex axle adaptor
Required32 mm socket or ring wrench
Required520-chain breaker and riveter
RequiredCompact inflator with 0-60 psi gauge
RequiredMatching 520 rivet master link
RequiredT40 Torx bit
RequiredT45 Torx bit
RequiredTubeless reamer, insertion tool and vulcanising plug strings
Required