KTM 690 SMC R 2014 vs. KTM 500 EXC-F 2022

KTM 690 SMC R 2014

KTM 690 SMC R 2014

KTM 500 EXC-F 2022

KTM 500 EXC-F 2022

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Technical Specifications KTM 690 SMC R 2014 compared to KTM 500 EXC-F 2022

KTM 690 SMC R 2014
KTM 500 EXC-F 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102 mmBore95 mm
StrokeStroke84.5 mmStroke72 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesRocker arm, OHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement690 ccmDisplacement510.9 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
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Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
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Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle, Central tube

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width80 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height100 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,480 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height960 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity9.2 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2014

KTM 690 SMC R 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 500 EXC-F 2022

KTM 500 EXC-F 2022

The same applies to the 500 that applies to the 450. The slimming down of the 500 puts it on a level that was reserved for the 250 a few years ago. Of course, the moving masses are higher and the motorbike seems more ponderous than the smaller ones during the special test. On the long stage, however, you enjoy the sovereignty and the infinite power in every situation. 63 HP! Even if there are very rare passages where you need this power. But when it comes, the feeling in the saddle is indescribable.

Stable engine with reserves for long full-throttle stages

easy to ride despite high performance thanks to great engine electronics

handling has also been significantly improved. Comparable with 450 from the previous year or with old 250s.

One thing is clear: the 500 seems handy and light. But if you switch to a 2-stroke or a small four-stroke without a break, it's a different world

high price.

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 690 SMC R vs KTM 500 EXC-F

Price KTM 690 SMC R

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Price KTM 500 EXC-F

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