“Think of it as a BMW GS with balls and you’re almost there.” That’s how MCN summed up KTM’s large supermoto, the 950 SMR. Here’s a good looking example that’s well-optioned, plus it’s the “R” which has a smaller tank and a different riding position. What are you waiting for? Go scare some GS owners (myself included)!
Ex-Dakar Factory Racer – 2007 KTM 660
View PostFactory Racer – 2015 KTM RC390 Cup
Spec racing typically yields some of the most closest finishes on race tracks, and manufacturers will occasionally encourage these classes by building models designed for the task. KTM and MotoAmerica have partnered to create a RC Cup of spec racing in the hopes that it will help grow the next wave of US talent to be seen in MotoGP. Most …
Race Spec – 2012 KTM RC8-RS
Despite a myriad of factors preventing KTM’s first superbike from succeeding, many track enthusiasts nonetheless purchased RC8’s and RC8-R’s and turned them into modern powerful track weapons that lacked today’s electronic assists. Then there are (supposedly 50 of) the RC8-RS models (RS meaning Race Spec) that came straight from the KTM factory, having been optimized for race performance. These are …
No Reserve – 2007 KTM 300 XC-W
Post Sale Update: After 70 bids on eBay, this KTM sold for $3,000. The seller says that 5 years ago he asked the editor of Dirt Rider magazine what the “best off-road bike was” and the answer he was given was a two-stroke KTM 300. The editor expressed a popular opinion – many experience off-road riders consider this to be …
First Generation – 2008 KTM RC8
In 2008, KTM released the 1190 RC8 with big plans of tapping into the flagship Superbike market along with some grand WSBK ambitions. The RC8 would see another seven years of production, receiving various tweaks and upgrades in that time but KTM would ultimately fail to get the traction they had hoped for in the market along with a less-than-stellar …
108k Mile LC8 Package – KTM 950SE and 950SM
Occasional contributor and commenter Walter B needs to make room in his garage for a new bike, so he’s letting go of a 2006 KTM 950SM and a 2007 950SE. First, the Super Moto. He’s the original owner and there’s a build thread on ADVRider if you want to get more details. Before Walter acquired the SE, he took this …
Ex-Gymkhana Competitors – 2 2016 KTM Duke 390s
KTM entered the small displacement street market with the RC390 and the Duke 390. The former has been a popular platform for road racers while the latter is an interesting option for riders who a smaller bike for the street. A company called M Gymkhana has been using the Dukes in competition for gymkhana, a sport that’s been around for …
2006 KTM 625 SMC
KTMs’s excellent history with dirt bikes served them well when they decided to become one of the few OEMs to offer supermotos from the factory floor. One of their best offerings was the 625 SMC – here’s an example that’s got a few choice farkles, as well.
Nearly New – 1991 ATK 604 Std
View Post1977 Penton GS6 250
In 1977, Penton introduced the GS6 (GS = Gelande Sport where Gelande translates to terrain or off-road, 6 = number of speeds in the transmission). It had a similar frame to the MC5 motocross bike but it came with an orange enduro tank, side panels, and a number plate with a headlight.
Well-Modified – 2004 KTM 950 Adventure S
A colleague of mine in the motorcycle industry is picking up a KTM Super Adventure T, so his well-modified 950 Adventure S has to go to a new owner. The bike is named Aretha (after Aretha Franklin) and it’s very well setup for someone who wants to get into adventure touring for a reasonable price.
Schmidt Performance Build – 2004 KTM 450 EXC
Built by Dave Schmidt of Schmidt Performance, this impressive KTM was just featured in Dirt Bikes magazine. As a stock bike it had plenty of power, but now with suspension and motor modifications Dirt Bikes says it can outrun most new OEM dual sporters.
Well Prepped in British Columbia – 2008 Husaberg FE550
The seller of this bike has spent some serious time and money upgrading his Husaberg as he apparently never planned on selling it. His loss means someone’s about to get a serious all-terrain machine – will it be you?
Custom Streetfighter in Australia – 2008 KTM RC8R
Starting with KTM’s RC8 superbike, Australia tuner MC RoadRunner (MCRR) has created a hell of a naked speedster after over 200 hours of work. Is it easier to wheelie? Absolutely. Would you rather have this than a stock RC8R? You tell me.