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KTM 690 SMC R 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z 800 2016

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

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Overview - KTM 690 SMC R 2020 vs Kawasaki Z 800 2016

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Technical Specifications KTM 690 SMC R 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z 800 2016

KTM 690 SMC R 2020
Kawasaki Z 800 2016
KTM 690 SMC R 2020
KTM 690 SMC R 2020
Kawasaki Z 800 2016
Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore71 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power113 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,200 rpm
TorqueTorque73.5 NmTorque83 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,600 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio11.9
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement690 ccmDisplacement806 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height834 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

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

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Overall, the Z800 delivered a sensational performance. Considering the fact that nothing was changed or optimised on the vehicle apart from the Remus rear silencer, a super final result.

Eye-catching, chunky look

confident acceleration

relaxed geometry

powerful brakes

Limited freedom of movement for the legs.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 SMC R vs Kawasaki Z 800

Price KTM 690 SMC R

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z 800

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