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KTM 690 SMC R 2021 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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Overview - KTM 690 SMC R 2021 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 690 SMC R 2021 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2021
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
KTM 690 SMC R 2021
KTM 690 SMC R 2021
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque73.5 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,600 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement692.7 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height840 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

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 Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 SMC R vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price KTM 690 SMC R

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

Model year
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