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Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2022 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2022 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2022
KTM 690 SMC R 2024
Kawasaki Z650 2022
Kawasaki Z650 2022
KTM 690 SMC R 2024
KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power68.2 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque73.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.7
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement692 ccm

Suspension Front

DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel215 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel130 mmTravel240 mm

Chassis

RakeRake65.5 degreeRake63 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail107 mm

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter240 mm

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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height890 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Kawasaki Z650 2022

Even in 2021, the Kawasaki Z 650 stands for easy riding with great looks and good equipment. Both seat height and engine are very accessible and will give both experienced riders and newcomers a lot of pleasure. If you are looking for an honest naked bike without any big surprises, this is the bike for you. Due to its compact dimensions, however, you should try it out before buying and perhaps go for the raised seat.

accessible two-cylinder

compact dimensions

low seat height

stable chassis

TFT display with connectivity

grown-up look

Probably uncomfortable for tall riders

adrenaline level in the saddle lower than with the competition

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

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 Kawasaki Z650 vs KTM 690 SMC R

Price Kawasaki Z650

Model year
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Price KTM 690 SMC R

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