KTM 690 SMC R 2019 vs. Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

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Overview - KTM 690 SMC R 2019 vs Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 690 SMC R 2019 compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

KTM 690 SMC R 2019
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
KTM 690 SMC R 2019
KTM 690 SMC R 2019
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore87 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke63.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power92 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque73.5 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,600 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesRocker arm, OHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement690 ccmDisplacement755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel215 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel240 mmTravel150 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
RakeRake63.6 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail107.7 mmTrail99 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height795 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

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

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Hardly anyone needs more bike than the CB750 Hornet, priced at just 8890 euros (in Austria) or 8780 euros (in Germany), for universal all-round use between city transport, day trip substitute and after-work fun rocket. Thanks to its "easy going" character, a broad grin under the helmet is virtually unavoidable on the Hornet. Like a real hornet in the wild, the Honda Hornet turns out to be surprisingly sociable and useful in everyday life. However, if it is pushed into a corner, it knows how to use its sting skilfully in close combat.

Powerful, high-torque engine good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

comprehensive electronics

favourable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swingarm not particularly sexy

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 690 SMC R vs Honda CB750 Hornet

Price KTM 690 SMC R

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Price Honda CB750 Hornet

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