KTM 790 DUKE 2018 User Manual

9 PREPARING FOR USE
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– Get used to handling the motorcycle in a suitable area before making a longer trip. Try also to ride as slowly
as possible to get a better feel for the motorcycle.
– Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
– Run the engine in. ( p. 102)
9.2 Running in the engine
– During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed.
Guideline
Maximum engine speed
During the first: 1,000 km (620 mi) 6,500 rpm
After the first: 1,000 km (620 mi) 9,800 rpm
– Avoid fully opening the throttle!
9.3 Loading the vehicle
Warning
Danger of accidents Total weight and axle loads influence the handling characteristic.
The total weight consists of: motorcycle ready for operation and with a full tank, driver and passenger
with protective clothing and helmet, and luggage.
– Do not exceed the maximum permissible overall weight or the axle loads.

KTM 790 DUKE 2018 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin
Displacement	799 cc
Bore x Stroke	88 mm x 65.7 mm
Compression Ratio	12.7:1
Starter	Electric
Transmission	6-speed
Front Tire	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire	180/55 ZR 17
Seat Height	825 mm
Dry Weight	169 kg
Power	105 hp (77 kW) @ 9, 000 rpm
Torque	87 Nm @ 8, 000 rpm
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Frame	Steel trellis frame
Front Suspension	WP upside-down Ø 43 mm
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Front Brake	2 x 300 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	240 mm disc, single-piston caliper
ABS	Bosch 9.1MP Two Channel ABS (incl. Cornering ABS and Supermoto mode)
Fuel Tank Capacity	14 liters