2011 KTM 690 Duke Specs, News, and Revew...

2011 KTM 690 Duke... Back then, KTM revived the pure, unadulterated single-cylinder motorcycle in the form of the "original" Duke. Judging by the latest KTM 690 Duke that stands before us today, much has been gained: smoothness, room for a pillion passenger, long-distance ability. But what it has never lost is its intensive and elemental ride dynamics. The most modern series production single-cylinder of our times and a precision chassis with a wealth of high-quality components turn every trip on the KTM 690 Duke into an incomparable and unforgettable riding experience.

2011 KTM 690 Duke - International Specifications
MSRP: 6.945,00 GBP

ENGINE

• Design Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled
• Displacement 654 cm³ (39.91 cu in)
• Bore 102 mm (4.02 in)
• Stroke 80 mm (3.15 in)
• Performance 48 kW (64 hp)
• Starting aid Electric starter, automatic decompressor
• Transmission 6-speed, claw shifted
• Engine lubrication Semi-dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
• Primary gear ratio 36:79
• Secondary gear ratio 16:40
• Cooling system Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump
• Clutch APTC™ Anti-hopping clutch / hydraulically operated
• Ignition system Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
  

CHASSIS

• Frame Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
• Forks WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 ROMA
• Shock absorber WP Suspension 4618 with Pro Lever linkage
• Suspension travel front 140 mm (5.51 in)
• Suspension travel rear 140 mm (5.51 in)
• Brake system front Disc brake with radially mounted four-piston brake caliper; floating brake disc
• Brake system rear Disc brake with single-piston brake caliper, floating
• Brake discs - diameter front 320 mm (12.6 in)
• Brake discs - diameter rear 240 mm (9.45 in)
• Chain 5/8 x 1/4" X Ring
• Steering head angle 63.5°
• Wheel base 1,472±15 mm (57.95±0.59 in)
• Ground clearance (unloaded) 155 mm (6.1 in)
• Seat height (unloaded) 865 mm (34.06 in)
• Total fuel tank capacity approx. 13.5 l (3.57 US gal)
• Unleaded premium fuel (95 RON)
• Weight without fuel approx. 148.5 kg (327.4 lb.)