BMW G 650 GS 2012 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2020

BMW G 650 GS 2012

BMW G 650 GS 2012

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

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Overview - BMW G 650 GS 2012 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2020

BMW G 650 GS 2012

BMW G 650 GS 2012

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Technical Specifications BMW G 650 GS 2012 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2020

BMW G 650 GS 2012
KTM 690 SMC R 2020
BMW G 650 GS 2012
BMW G 650 GS 2012
KTM 690 SMC R 2020
KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore100 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke83 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque73.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.7
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement652 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 width140 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,477 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height780 mmSeat Height890 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW G 650 GS 2012

BMW G 650 GS 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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 BMW G 650 GS vs KTM 690 SMC R

Price BMW G 650 GS

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Current average market prices

Price KTM 690 SMC R

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