Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125.4 HP	Engine power	79 HP
Torque	Torque	98.6 Nm	Torque	73 Nm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	Rocker arm, OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	948 ccm	Displacement	692.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	215 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Deflection
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	240 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	105 mm	Trail	107 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	Petal	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control,

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	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,476 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	795 mm	Seat Height	899 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	210 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	162 kg
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, , ,

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2021

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, except for the lack of a quickshifter option.

powerful four-cylinder

intuitive handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

No quickshifter option

competitors with 6-axis IMU electronically ahead.

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

The KTM 690 SMC R 2026 impressively demonstrates how an already powerful single-cylinder can be further improved. It offers more power, a significantly upgraded electronics package, less maintenance and at the same time remains true to its character. Despite a slight increase in weight, it is more agile than ever and impresses in both sporty and everyday use. For NoPain, one thing is certain: the SuMo crown belongs back in Mattighofen in 2025.

Powerful, revised LC4 engine

Longer maintenance intervals

Improved electronics

More robust anti-hopping clutch

Two standard and configurable riding modes

Optional Tech Pack with quickshifter & track functions

Agile handling

Fully adjustable suspension

High-quality Brembo brakes

Good ergonomics and riding position

LED-Headlights with powerful illumination

Powerful single-cylinder sound

High seat height (899 Millimeter)

Additional costs for Quickshifter & Track Pack

Slightly increased weight (162 kg)

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 690 SMC R

Price Kawasaki Z900

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