Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009
KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power49 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque73.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque5,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.7
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTwin-SparFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height890 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

In principle, you can do anything with a V-Strom. It is, for example, a faithful hack'n moped that reliably gets you to work day after day. But it's also a weekend bike that you can take to the Kalte Kuchl or the Soboth on a Sunday. And of course, the V-Strom is particularly well suited for extended tours and trips.

Good-natured chassis

relaxed seating position

relatively powerful engine

aggressive exhaust trim

handguards

relaxed riding feel.

Not a really sophisticated look

windscreen a little too small.

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

A large, powerful single cylinder, a stable chassis, just over 160 kg of tractive weight and modern electronics for support - the key data alone suggests a lot of riding pleasure. In 2024, the SMC-R may be a little dusty in some respects and is no longer the undisputed queen of road-legal supermotos, but it can still offer a lot of supermoto fun and performance.

Powerful engine

Electronics can support safety or supermoto manoeuvres as required

Stable, fully adjustable suspension

Agile riding performance

Good ergonomics

Low fuel consumption

Great quickshifter

Old LC display and halogen headlights no longer up to date

Suspension could absorb small bumps more harmoniously

Brakes not overly sensitive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs KTM 690 SMC R

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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