KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

The KTM Super Duke R has evolved perfectly over the generations: The engine is strong, has a huge amount of torque and in the current version also works excellently from low revs. However, the excellent interaction of all components is responsible for the overall wonderful performance of the big Duke. The active seating position is comfortable and unbelievably driving-friendly, the chassis is of a high standard, the brakes are powerful and the electronics are state of the art. Even the looks are now pleasing more and more critics. It's just a shame that you have to pay extra for the ingenious shift assistant with blipper.
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.