Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono RVE 2024 vs. KTM 890 SMT 2023
Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono RVE 2024
KTM 890 SMT 2023
Technical Specifications Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono RVE 2024 compared to KTM 890 SMT 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono RVE 2024
The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono presents itself as an accessible, playful supermoto with a powerful single-cylinder engine and comprehensive electronics. It’s particularly easy to get it to drift during trail braking, and it feels great whilst doing so. For hard track use, however, the standard gear ratio is a little too long, the front suspension setup could be a bit firmer, and the standard Pirelli Diablo Rosso 4 offers less grip than a specialised supermoto tyre. All in all, it remains a brilliant fun bike that appeals to amateur riders with its controllable nature, yet it still offers enough reserves for really fast laps.
KTM 890 SMT 2023
Anyone who thought the new 8980 SMT would play an unnecessary supporting role between the 890 Adventure and 890 Duke models was probably mistaken. Rarely before has a motorbike managed to do so much what it suggests on the outside with its looks. So the 890 SMT wants to be moved in a sporty way - and can do that particularly well. However, with the fairing, the well-padded saddle and the upright seating position, even long distances are easy to master. The brakes have a firm grip and the handling feels extremely agile, even in tight corners. The motto of the 890 SMT is clearly travelling AND racing!
