Honda CBR500R 2022 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Honda CBR500R 2022

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

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Technical Specifications Honda CBR500R 2022 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Honda CBR500R 2022

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Honda CBR500R 2022

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66.8 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	48 HP	Engine power	75 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,600 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	43 Nm	Torque	73.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,600 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.7	Compression Ratio	12.7
Displacement	Displacement	471 ccm	Displacement	692 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	48 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	25.5 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	107 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	296 mm	Diameter	320 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm

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	160 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,410 mm	Wheelbase	1,470 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l
Range	Range	488 km	Range	329 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	80 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	96 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	3.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.1 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR500R 2022

The Honda CBR500R impresses as a versatile and reliable bike with good throttle response, smooth engine running and comfortable ergonomics, ideal for touring riders. Its effective brakes and stable suspension ensure confidence and safety. Visually appealing and with a high-quality finish, it offers solid electronics. However, the high weight and less torquey power compromise sporty riding. The limited maximum lean angle limits the sportiness. Overall, it is a reliable bike with comfort and safety, but with limitations when it comes to sporty riding.

Good throttle response and controllability

Quiet and silky smooth engine running

Comfortable ergonomics suitable for touring

Effective brakes and reliable ABS system

Stability and confidence-inspiring suspension

Attractive appearance and high-quality workmanship

Solid electronics with user-friendly traction control

High weight affects handling and power

Less powerful and aggressive engine than expected

Suspension only adjustable at the rear

Limited maximum lean angle due to footrests touching down early

KTM 690 SMC R 2024

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