KTM 690 SMC R 2021 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

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Overview - KTM 690 SMC R 2021 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 690 SMC R 2021 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2021
Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke111.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power86 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,020 rpm
TorqueTorque73.5 NmTorque145 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,600 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio10
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
ValvesValvesRocker arm, OHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement692.7 ccmDisplacement1,745 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake63 degreeRake30 degree
TrailTrail107.7 mmTrail163 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,630 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height690 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity189 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

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

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 SMC R vs Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR

Price KTM 690 SMC R

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Price Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider FXLR

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