KTM 890 Adventure R

Production years
2021–2025
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Brand
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KTM 890 Adventure R (2025)

Selected year: 2021

Technical specifications

Engine capacity
889 cm³
Power
105 hp (78 kW) at 8,000 rpm
Seat height
879 mm
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Overview

The 2025 KTM 890 Adventure R is an adventure bike with an 889 cc parallel-twin engine producing 105 hp (78 kW) and 100 Nm. It has an 880 mm seat and a 20 L fuel tank. The front wheel measures 2.50 x 21 and the rear wheel 4.50 x 18, with 240 mm of suspension travel at each end. Fully adjustable WP Xplor inverted forks provide the front suspension, while a WP Xplor PDS shock provides the rear suspension. The front tyre is a 90/90 x 21 Continental Twinduro TKC 80, and the rear is a 150/70 x 18 Continental Twinduro TKC 80.

Specifications

Engine

Engine

Bore
90.7 mm
Bore x stroke
90.7 x 68.8 mm
Engine capacity
889 cm³
Compression ratio
13.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
Cylinders
2
Engine type
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel system
DKK Dell’Orto with 46mm throttle body
Lubrication system
Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Starting
Electric
Stroke
68.8 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Performance and transmission

Performance and transmission

Emission details
Euro 5
Power
105 hp (78 kW) at 8,000 rpm
Torque
100 Nm
Chain size
520
Clutch
PASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Final drive
Chain
Gearbox
Manual 6-speed
Dimensions and weight

Dimensions and weight

Fuel capacity
20 L
Ground clearance
264 mm
Seat height
879 mm
Wheelbase
1,529 mm
Chassis and suspension

Chassis and suspension

Fork tube size
48 mm
Frame
Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Front suspension
48mm Fully adjustable WP Xplor inverted forks
Front wheel travel
240 mm
Rake
26.3 °
Rear suspension
Linkage-free spring-preload adjustable WP Xplor PDS shock
Rear wheel travel
240 mm
Brakes and wheels

Brakes and wheels

Abs
Bosch 9.1 MP incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode, disengageable
Front brakes
2x 320mm discs with 4-piston radially mounted calipers
Front brakes diameter
320 mm
Front tyre
90/90 x 21 Continental Twinduro TKC 80
Front wheel
2.50 x 21
Rear brakes
Single 260mm disc
Rear brakes diameter
260 mm
Rear tyre
150/70 x 18 Continental Twinduro TKC 80
Rear wheel
4.50 x 18
Wheels
Wire-spoked

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Model years

2025

Seat height: 879 mm → 880 mm

Specification
Engine capacity889 cm³889 cm³889 cm³
Power105 hp (78 kW)105 hp (78 kW)105 hp (78 kW)
Torque100 Nm100 Nm100 Nm
Seat height879 mm879 mm880 mm
Fuel capacity20 L20 L20 L

Pros and cons

Things to consider

  • Tall seat

    At 880 mm, the seat is 39 mm above the adventure bike median in our catalogue.

Rider fit

Rider fit calculator

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KTM 890 Adventure R: Estimated rider reach on the motorcycle. Tiptoes likely; one-foot stops may feel easier. Seat height: 879 mm; Inseam 78.9 cm.
Seat height: 879 mmInseam 78.9 cm
Seat height: 879 mm
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Estimated ground reach

Tiptoes likely; one-foot stops may feel easier

Plan to use a one-foot stop and test the motorcycle before buying.

Seat height

879 mm

Approx. loaded height

849 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.

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Fuel range calculator

Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.

Tank 20 L at 5.5 L/100 km

L/100 km

Lower consumption = longer range.

Estimated range

364 km

With 10% reserve

327 km

This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.

FAQ

What are the specs of KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2021: 889 cc; 105 hp (78 kW); 100 Nm; seat height 879 mm; fuel tank 20 L. Specification table

How much horsepower does KTM 890 Adventure R have?

The KTM 890 Adventure R makes 105 hp (78 kW) at 8,000 rpm, with a torque of 100 Nm. For model year 2021.

What is the seat height of KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R has a seat height of 879 mm. For model year 2021.

What is the fuel tank capacity of KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R has a fuel tank capacity of 20 L. For model year 2021.

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