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KTM 890 Adventure

Factory configuration

Standard

What changed for 2023 · Standard

Bodywork
Reworked bodywork and fairing changed protection around the tank and radiator. Manufacturer source
Windscreen
A taller windscreen replaced the prior screen. Manufacturer source
Suspension
WP APEX suspension settings and adjustment were revised. Manufacturer source
Cockpit
The TFT display and switchgear were upgraded. Manufacturer source
ABS
ABS integration was updated for the revised ride-mode logic. Manufacturer source
Engine protection
The engine-protection assembly was revised. Manufacturer source
Airbox
The airbox assembly was changed. Manufacturer source
Tyres
Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres became the published original fitment. Manufacturer source
KTM 890 Adventure — Standard — 2021–2024
Image: KTM Press Center — KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH

Vitals

Wet weight
200 kg
Weight without fuel
200 kg
Seat height
830 / 850 mm
Fuel capacity
20 L
Real world range
450 km
Front tyre
90/90-21
Rear tyre
150/70R18
Tyre pressures
2.4 / 2.4 bar solo
Ground clearance
224 mm
TerrainTarmacGravel — easyGravel — technical

Field repair

Fuse box
Under the seat; 10 fuses plus spares, 1 main fuse and 3 ABS fuses
Fuses
10
Battery access
Under the battery cover, under the seat

Clearing a clogged fuel pump filter (fuel starvation / stalling)

  1. 01Remove the seat and fuel tank cover to access the fuel pump/sender flange on top of the tank.
  2. 02Disconnect the fuel line and electrical connector, then unbolt and lift out the fuel pump/sender assembly.
  3. 03Inspect the in-tank strainer/sock for white, mold-like manufacturing residue or debris; clean it with fresh fuel or replace the strainer if it is torn or heavily clogged.
  4. 04Reinstall the pump assembly with a new sealing gasket if available, reconnect the fuel line and electrical connector, and refit the tank cover and seat.
  5. 05Report the issue to a KTM dealer even after a field fix — many dealers cover this repair under warranty as a documented, known issue.

Data sheet

Dimensions & weights

Wet weight
200 kg
Weight without fuel
200 kg
Seat height
830 / 850 mm
Ground clearance
224 mm
Wheelbase
1509 mm
Suspension travel
200 / 200 mm

Engine & drivetrain

Engine
889 cc · Parallel twin
Cooling
Liquid cooled
Output
105 hp · 100 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
90/90-21Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR original fitment in the 2023 owner manual.KTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official
Rear
150/70R18Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR original fitment in the 2023 owner manual.KTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official

Tyre pressures

Front — solo
2.4 barSolo rider, cold tyre; unchanged from MY2020 790 Adventure per KTM manualKTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official
Front — loaded
2.6 barFull payload, cold tyreKTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official
Rear — solo
2.4 barSolo rider, cold tyreKTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official
Rear — loaded
2.9 barFull payload, cold tyreKTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official

Brakes

Fluid type
DOT 4 / DOT 5.1KTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official

Forks

Oil viscosity
SAE 52023 WP APEX OC fork; exact model-year manual.KTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official
Oil capacity
460 ml460±5 ml per fork leg; exact model-year manual.KTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official

Final drive

Chain
5/8x1/4in (520) X-ringChain wear limit: max 272mm measured over 18 rollersKTM OM 890 Adventure 2023 · official

Battery

Tyre Library

Tyres for this bike and year

Start with this motorcycle’s front and rear sizes. Open a tyre to check the complete fit for this exact bike and year; a size or original-equipment report alone does not confirm it.

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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.

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.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Michelin Anakee Road

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Michelin Anakee Wild

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventure A41

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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.

manufacturer fact: Bridgestone lists this exact AT41 front and rear pair for the 890 Adventure.

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Continental ContiTrailAttack 3

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Mitas Enduro Trail-ADV 2

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Mitas Enduro Trail-XT+

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Metzeler Karoo 4

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Metzeler Karoo Street

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Rally

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Trail II

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Trail III

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Mitas Terra Force-R

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Continental TKC 70

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Metzeler Tourance Next 2

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Anakee III

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

Pirelli Angel GT

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

Pirelli Angel GT II

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

Pirelli Angel ST

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

Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventurecross Scrambler AX41S

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

Bridgestone BATTLAX BT-45

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 BATTLAX Sport Touring T32

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

Bridgestone BATTLAX Sport Touring T33

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No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLE WING BW501 / BW502

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

Bridgestone BATTLECRUISE H50

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 Commander III Cruiser

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 Commander III Touring

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

Continental ContiClassicAttack

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

Continental ContiEscape

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 ContiLegend

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 ContiMotion

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 ContiRoad

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 ContiRoadAttack 4

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 ContiTour

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 Cruisetec

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

Pirelli Diablo Powercruiser

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 Enduro 3 Sahara

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 EXEDRA G853 / G852

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 EXEDRA MAX

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

IRC GP-21F / GP-22R

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

Dunlop K750

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 Lasertec

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

Pirelli MT 21 Rallycross

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

Pirelli MT 60 RS

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

Pirelli Night Dragon

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 RB 2 / K 112

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

Michelin Road 5

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

Michelin Road 6

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

Michelin Road 6 GT

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

Michelin Road Classic

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

Michelin Road W GT

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 Roadtec 01

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 Roadtec 01 SE

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 Roadtec 02

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 Roadtec Z8 Interact

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

Michelin Scorcher 11

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

Michelin Scorcher 31

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

Michelin Scorcher Adventure

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

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.

01

Fuel pump filter contamination ("white goop"/mold from tank manufacturing)

ModerateOccasional

Same manufacturing-residue fuel pump filter clogging issue documented on the 790 platform has been reported by owners of 2022 890 Adventure models (including a case reported at only ~500 miles), with a dealer describing it as a 'known issue.'

Symptoms

  • Engine bogging under load
  • Stalling
  • Intermittent loss of power
  • Engine dying at idle or low RPM

Field repairableYes — Remove the fuel pump/sender assembly and clean or replace the in-tank fuel filter/strainer; dealers have covered this under warranty as a documented issue.

02

LC8c camshaft wear (cam lobe / cam follower wear)

CatastrophicRare

KTM's own statement on the goodwill program specifically names 'a small quantity of 890 Dukes and 890 Adventures in 2020' as part of the affected population, alongside the 790 platform. Applicability specifically to MY2022 production is less clearly documented than for the 2018-2020 population — treat as a platform-level monitor item for this model year rather than a confirmed high-frequency issue.

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; have valve clearance and cam follower condition checked by a dealer at or before the 30,000km major service interval.

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.

Reference

Coolant 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.

Reference

Brake 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.

Reference

Battery

Under the battery cover, under the seat

Reference

Fuse box — interior

Under the seat; 10 fuses plus spares, 1 main fuse and 3 ABS fuses

Reference

Field toolkit

What it takes to remove a wheel, handle common field repairs, and get moving again.

17 mm internal hex axle adaptor

Required
Counter-hold the front axle. Matches the front axle drive.Obsidian KTM 790/890 fitment

30 mm internal hex axle adaptor

Required
Drive the front axle during removal and installation. Matches the DesertX front axle drive.Obsidian KTM 790/890 fitment

32 mm socket or ring wrench

Required
Release the rear axle for wheel removal or chain adjustment. Matches the rear axle nut across the listed 790/890 Adventure variants.Obsidian KTM 790/890 fitment

520-chain breaker and riveter

Required
Repair the fitted 520-pitch final-drive chain. Presses out a damaged link and correctly flares a replacement rivet link.Breakstate T1 baseline

Compact inflator with 0-60 psi gauge

Required
Reinflate and pressure-check either wheel after puncture repair. Reinflates a repaired tyre or tube and verifies cold pressure.Breakstate T1 baseline

Matching 520 rivet master link

Required
Replace a damaged link after using the chain breaker. Replacement link must match the fitted chain rather than chain pitch alone.Breakstate T1 baseline

T40 Torx bit

Required
Release the front axle pinch bolts. Fits a T40 internal Torx fastener.Obsidian KTM 790/890 fitment

T45 Torx bit

Required
Remove the front brake calipers for wheel clearance. Fits a T45 internal Torx fastener.Obsidian KTM 790/890 fitment

Tubeless reamer, insertion tool and vulcanising plug strings

Required
Seal a repairable tread puncture in the 90/90-21 front or 150/70 R18 rear tubeless tyre. Repairs a straightforward tread puncture without removing the wheel; not for sidewall or major carcass damage.Breakstate T1 baseline