KTM 950 ADVENTURE/S (2003–2006) — Specs

Identity

Manufacturer: KTM

Model: 950 ADVENTURE/S

Category: Adventure

Type: Motorcycle

Years: 2003 → 2006

Engine

Displacement (cc): 942

Cylinders: 2

Power (hp): 98

Power (kW): 72

Torque (Nm): 95

Dimensions

Overall length: 2270 mm

Overall width: 920 mm

Overall height: 1430 mm

Wheelbase: 1545 mm

Ground clearance: 220 mm

Weight (kg): 223

Seat height (mm): 860

Tank (L): 22

Tires

Front tire: 90/90-21

Rear tire: 150/70 R18

Front pressure (bar): 2.4

Rear pressure (bar): 2.6

Drivetrain

Drive chain: 5/8 X 5/16" X-ring

Sprockets (front / rear): 17 / 42

Ignition

Spark plug: NGK CR8EK

Plug gap: 0.7 mm

Fluids & Filters

Engine oil: SAE10W-50

Engine oil (with filter, L): 3

Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF650

Air filter: OEM air filter

Coolant (L): 2.1

Brake fluid: DOT 5.1

Fuel consumption

Estimated range: ~440 km on a full tank (22.0 L)

Service

Battery: OEM battery specification

Service interval (km): 10000

Service interval (months): 12

Valve check (km): 24000

Parts and consumables for this motorcycle

Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.

Service notes

Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.18 mm, exhaust cold 0.33 mm. Engine oil: oil grade SAE10W-50, 3 L with filter change. Spark plug: NGK CR8EK (gap 0.7 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 5.1. Coolant capacity: 2.1 L. Chain: 5/8 X 5/16" X-ring, sprockets 17/42 teeth. Tire pressure: front 2.4 bar, rear 2.6 bar (cold). Tire size: front 90/90-21, rear 150/70 R18. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.

OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.

Engine oil

Spec: SAE10W-50, 3.0 L (with filter)

OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 10W-50)
Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)

Which Motul for this bike?

	Motul 7100 4T ✓	Motul 5100 4T
Product	Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic	Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic
Best for	Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track	Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use
RPM protection	Excellent — ester base, stable under load	Good — for normal riding conditions

Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)

Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic

	Fully Synthetic	Semi-Synthetic
Base oil	100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO)	Mineral oil + synthetic additives
Heat resistance	Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM	Good — suitable for normal temperatures
Cold start	Better — reaches engine faster when cold	Good — adequate for normal climates
Change interval	Longer (up to 10,000 km)	Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical)
Price	Higher	Lower

Oil filter

Spec: Hiflofiltro HF650

Premium Hiflofiltro HF650
Premium K&N KN-650

Air filter

Spark plug

Spec: NGK CR8EK, gap 0.7 mm

OEM NGK CR8EK
Premium NGK CR8EIX
Standard NGK CR8EK

Front brake pads

Rear brake pads

Drive chain

Spec: 5/8 X 5/16" X-ring | Sprockets 17/42 teeth / 5/8 X 5/16" X-ring

Front tire

Spec: 90/90-21, 2.4 bar

OEM OEM 90/90-21

Rear tire

Spec: 150/70 R18, 2.6 bar

OEM OEM 150/70 R18

Battery

Premium Yuasa YTX14-BS or YTZ12S (typical 750-1000cc)

Brake fluid

Spec: DOT 5.1

Standard TotalEnergies HBF4

Coolant

Spec: 2.10 L coolant capacity

Service interval

Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months

OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
OEM Air filter inspection
OEM Spark plug check
OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years

Valve check

Spec: 24 000 km

OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.18 mm
OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.33 mm

Suspension

Spec: 48 mm / SAE 5W

OEM Fork: 48 mm
OEM Fork oil grade: SAE 5W