2011 KTM 990 Supermoto R, A state-of-the-art V2 engine with electronic injection and impressive punch, a perfectly balanced chassis, a whole bunch of high-quality components ⿿ the 990 SM R is the most radical twin-cylinder Supermoto on the market. All the more astounding that it is just as much fun in the urban jungle as it is ticking off passes and out on the racetrack. One of the most dynamic, yet at the same time versatile machines, not only in the Supermoto segment.The 990 SM R's water-cooled V-engine with 85 kW (114 hp) sets the benchmark for free-revving twins. Its intelligent design principle with multifunction balancer shaft makes it one of the lightest and most compact V2s in its class. The engine impresses with explosiveness and spontaneous throttle response.Aside from optimum combustion chamber design, the major factors behind the outstanding performance of the 990 SM R's V-twin with 75° cylinder angle are the state-of-the-art four-valve cylinder heads, each with flow-optimized ports and two overhead camshafts.Particularly lightweight pistons and connecting rods bestow the 990 SM R's V2 engine with reduced reciprocated weight and hence with decidedly spontaneous responsiveness, underlining its extremely sporty engine characteristics.