KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 vs. KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 690 Enduro R 2019

KTM 690 Enduro R 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

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Overview - KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 vs KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

The KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 and the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles.

The KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 is equipped with a 690cc single-cylinder engine that produces 75 horsepower and 73.5 Nm of torque. It has a bore of 105mm and a stroke of 80mm. The engine is started electrically and the power is transmitted through a chain drive. The bike has a fully adjustable chassis and features upside-down telescopic forks with a diameter of 48mm and a travel of 250mm in the front suspension. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock absorber and has the same travel distance as the front suspension. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. The bike weighs 146kg (dry weight with ABS) and has a fuel tank capacity of 13.5 liters. It also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and ride by wire.

KTM 690 Enduro R 2019

KTM 690 Enduro R 2019

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 is powered by a 799cc twin-cylinder engine that produces 95 horsepower and 88 Nm of torque. The engine has a bore of 88mm and a stroke of 65.7mm. It also has an electric starter and a chain drive transmission. The bike has a similar suspension setup as the KTM 690 Enduro R, with upside-down telescopic forks with a diameter of 48mm and a travel of 240mm in the front suspension, and a swing arm with a monoshock absorber and the same travel distance in the rear suspension. The frame is also made of chromium-molybdenum but has a tubular, load-bearing engine design. The bike weighs 189kg (dry weight with ABS) and has a larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters. It features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 is praised for its superb engine performance, enduro ABS, easy-to-use traction control, successful gearbox and transmission set-up, and fully adjustable chassis. The KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 is praised for its high-quality chassis that allows for a wide range of use, a smooth-running engine with rich torque and well-balanced power, an easy-to-read display, and a practical rally electronics package. Despite its radical chassis design, the KTM 790 Adventure R is also stable, maneuverable, and suitable for everyday use on the road.

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

However, the KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 has some weaknesses. It has a relatively high weight for an enduro motorcycle, and the suspension response is not at the top level. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 has a few weaknesses as well. The quickshifter is not standard, the indicator switch can be a little fiddly, and the seat is slightly more uncomfortable on long tours compared to the standard model.

In conclusion, both the KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 and the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 are powerful and capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The KTM 690 Enduro R offers a superb engine and easy-to-use rider assistance systems, while the KTM 790 Adventure R provides a high-quality chassis and a smooth-running engine. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use.

Technical Specifications KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 690 Enduro R 2019
KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque73.5 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore50 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesRocker arm, OHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement690 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel250 mmTravel240 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel250 mmTravel240 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake62.3 degreeRake63.7 degree
TrailTrail117.3 mmTrail110.4 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,502 mmWheelbase1,528 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height880 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)146 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 Enduro R 2019

KTM 690 Enduro R 2019

The KTM 690 Enduro R is the perfect bike for riders who find a touring enduro too heavy, but a hard enduro too uncomfortable and maintenance-intensive. The new electronic features make the bike very accessible even to inexperienced riders. The smooth-running, cultivated engine, together with the perfectly tuned gearbox and overall gratifyingly low vibration level, also makes long tours possible without any problems.

Superb engine

Enduro ABS

easy-to-use traction control

successful gearbox and transmission set-up

well-tuned automatic gearshift incl. blipper

fully adjustable chassis.

Relatively high weight for an enduro

suspension response not at top level

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

The Adventure R goes one step further than the standard model. Here, the WP guys were finally allowed to draw on their full resources and show what they can do. The higher-quality chassis compensates for the disadvantages of the long suspension travel on the road, but scores points off-road with massive reserves. The surcharge is more than justified. The seat height will probably restrict the clientele somewhat.

High chassis quality ensures a wide range of use

Engine offers great running culture, rich torque and perfectly dimensioned power

Easy-to-read display

Practical rally electronics package

Despite radical chassis also stable, manoeuvrable and suitable for everyday use on the road

Quickshifter not standard

indicator switch a little fiddly

seat a little more uncomfortable on long tours than on standard model

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Enduro R vs KTM 790 Adventure R

There are a few key differences between a KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 and a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 is about 21% higher. A KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 experiences a loss of 580 USD in one year and 390 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 610 USD and 970 USD for a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 there are less KTM 690 Enduro R 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 12. It takes less time to sell a KTM 690 Enduro R with 93 days compared to 101 days for a KTM 790 Adventure R. Since model year 2009 1000PS.de editors have written 13 reviews for the KTM 690 Enduro R and 9 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure R since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 690 Enduro R was published on 3/27/2015 and now has more than 27,500 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure R published on 10/6/2018.

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