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KTM 890 Adventure R Rally

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Make Model

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally

Year

2026

Engine

Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Capacity

889 cc / 54.3 cu-in

Bore x Stroke

90.7 x 68.8 mm

Cooling System

Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger

Compression Ratio

13.5:1

Exhaust

Akrapovič
Emission control system Euro 5

Lubrication

Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps

Induction

DKK Dell’Orto with 46mm throttle body

Engine Management

Bosch EMS with RBW

Starting

Electric

Max Power

77kW / 103 hp @ 8000 rpm

Max Torque

100 Nm / 73.7 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm

Clutch

PASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated

Transmission 

6 Speed  (quickshifter optional)

Final Drive

Chain 520 X-Ring

Frame

Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated

Front Suspension

48mm Fully adjustable WP Xplor Pro 7548 inverted forks

Front Wheel Travel

270 mm / 10.6 in

Rear Suspension

Linkage-free spring-preload adjustable WP Xplor Pro 6746 piggyback shock

Rear Wheel Travel

270 mm / 10.6 in

Front Brakes

2x 320mm discs with 4-piston radially mounted calipers

Rear Brakes

Single 260mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper

ABS

Bosch 9.3 MP incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode, disengageable

Wheels Wire-spoked

Front Wheel

2.50 x 21

Rear Wheel 4.00 x 18

Front Tyre

90/90 -21

Rear Tyre

150/70 -18
Steering Head Angle 63.8°

Rake

 

Wheelbase

1534 mm / 60.4 in

Seat Height

910 mm / 35.8 in

Ground Clearance

303 mm / 11.9in

Wet Weight

214.5 kg  / 473 lb

Fuel Capacity 

20 Litres / 5.3 US gal
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From a press release issued by KTM:

With limited numbers available worldwide, the 2026 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY represents the sharpest expression of KTM’s rally-bred engineering. Developed from Dakar-winning DNA, it stands as the most performance-driven mid-capacity Adventure machine in the segment.

While the KTM 890 ADVENTURE R defines the benchmark for offroad travel performance, the KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY is engineered for riders who demand factory-level suspension, rally-spec ergonomics, and uncompromising hardware straight from the showroom. Built to conquer, rather than to merely traverse terrain, it draws direct inspiration from the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rally machines.

Derived directly from WP Factory Racing competition programs, the WP PRO COMPONENTS suspension brings genuine race technology, not adapted road hardware, to the Adventure segment. A lightweight WP XPLOR PRO fork with Cone Valve technology works in harmony with a WP XPLOR PRO shock absorber, delivering a class-leading 270 mm of travel and exceptional damping performance across the harshest terrain.

Despite its unmatched front-end confidence, superior bottoming resistance, and a planted, controlled feel at speed, comfort remains paramount, providing stability and composure when charging across the globe, even loaded with luggage or a pillion.

Power comes from a compact 889 cc parallel twin engine producing 106 PS and 100 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. Advanced electronics further extend the bike’s rally focus, with Offroad ABS, multiple ride modes including Rally Mode, Traction Control, and Motor Slip Regulation allowing riders to fine-tune performance on the fly via the 5-inch TFT display with Connectivity Unit and Turn-by-Turn+ navigation.
Visually, the 2026 edition makes an unmistakable statement. The new Red Bull KTM Factory Racing-inspired design and Akrapovič Slip-on Line exhaust echo that of past Dakar-winning machines, creating a motorcycle that looks ready to take on any terrain.

2026 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY – HIGHLIGHTS
- 889 cc parallel twin engine (106 PS / 100 Nm)
- WP XPLOR PRO suspension (270 mm travel)
- Akrapovič Slip-on Line exhaust
- Rally seat and Factory Racing Footpegs
- TECH PACK including Rally Mode, Quickshifter+, Cruise Control & Motor Slip Regulation
- Offroad ABS and multiple Ride Modes
- 5-inch TFT display with Turn-by-Turn+ navigation
- Heavy-Duty wheels (2.15x21”; 4.00x18”)
- Carbon tank guards
- Supersprox-Stealth rear sprocket
- New Rally CTG with two-color fuel tank design