KTM 790 Duke 2027 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2026

KTM 790 Duke 2027

KTM 790 Duke 2027

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

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Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2027 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2026

KTM 790 Duke 2027
KTM 690 SMC R 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power79 HP
TorqueTorque87 NmTorque73 Nm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement692.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel215 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel170 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66 degreeRake63 degree
TrailTrail98 mmTrail107 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control, Steering damper, Modern electronics, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Cornering traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Cornering traction control

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 width180 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,475 mmWheelbase1,476 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height899 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)167 kgDry Weight (with ABS)153.5 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)185 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)162 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity13.3 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions108 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions96 g/km
Euro NormEuro NormEuro 5+Euro NormEuro 5+
Ground clearanceGround clearance186 mmGround clearance237 mm

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, Modern electronics, Charging & power, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Duke 2027

KTM 790 Duke 2027

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 690 SMC R 2026

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 Average Market Price KTM 790 Duke vs KTM 690 SMC R

Price KTM 790 Duke

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Price KTM 690 SMC R

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