Yamaha MT-07 2024 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Yamaha MT-07 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Overview - Yamaha MT-07 2024 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Yamaha MT-07 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-07 2024 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Yamaha MT-07 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Yamaha MT-07 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.6 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	73.4 HP	Engine power	75 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	67 Nm	Torque	73.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,600 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	12.7
Displacement	Displacement	689 ccm	Displacement	692 ccm

Suspension Front

Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	215 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	240 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	90 mm	Trail	107 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	298 mm	Diameter	320 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,470 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l
Range	Range	333 km	Range	329 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	98 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	96 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.2 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.1 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-07 2024

In model year 2023, the MT-07 is still a good and universally usable motorbike. Its problem is the tough competition. In a direct comparison, the engine now seems a bit limp and the equipment a bit uninspiring. The good riding position and uncomplicated handling are still good.

Easy to read and beautiful display

Charismatic engine

Sitting position fits very well for different pilots

Motorcycle is not spectacular but rides harmoniously and pleasantly

Good brakes

Lax chassis - too little damping

feeling for gearstick somewhat intransparent

operation not intuitive

lack of traction control

inactive seating position

seat a little too soft on long journeys.

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