2008 KTM 990 Adventure LC8 Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 KTM 990 Adventure LC8

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2008 KTM 990 Adventure LC8 Specifications

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Model Type	On-Off Road
BASE MSRP(US)	$14,398.00
Dealers	KTM Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Compression Ratio	11.5:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	90/90 R21
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	150/70 R18
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	61.8 / 1570
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5.8 / 22

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Great bike

By txtran(Owner), Nov. 23, 2008

Revy motor. Linear power. Great Mid range torque. Feels like a race everytime you get on it, city or country... which is a good or bad thing depending on your needs. Very confident off road and more than capable on. Just get a new seat and you're good to go. Also, try and remember it's 500 motorcycl... Read Full Review

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Hot throttle

By Derrick Holmes(Owner), Jul. 28, 2009

I have just purchased a new 2008 990 Adventure.Took it off road and was surprised at the throttle response.Does anyone know of a way to calm it down?When you inadvertantly tweak the throttle going over a rough surface it can get out of shape due to the fierce throttle response.Other than that,a seri... Read Full Review

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