KTM 690 SMC R 2019 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Overview - KTM 690 SMC R 2019 vs Kawasaki Z650 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2024

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Technical Specifications KTM 690 SMC R 2019 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	68 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	73.5 Nm	Torque	65.7 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.7	Compression Ratio	10.8
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	50 mm	Throttle Bore	36 mm
Displacement	Displacement	690 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	215 mm	Travel	125 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	240 mm	Travel	130 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	63.6 degree	Rake	65.5 degree
Trail	Trail	107.7 mm	Trail	100 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	220 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	1,470 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	890 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2019

If you want to experience unfiltered supermoto joy on the road, the KTM 690 SMC R is the only choice. The LC4 has been greatly cultivated in the meantime, but still brings the virtues you expect from a single-cylinder. Various riding aids can also be activated on choice, but these are not a must! Thanks to its low weight, it can also be thrown through the bends like a bicycle and - if you can - playfully carried to the rear wheel. The only thing that KTM could perhaps do with a makeover is the displays, because they quickly give the impression that we are still in the 90s. However, real supermoto fans will certainly not tear their hair out over this.

powerful single-cylinder - 74 hp!

playful handling

pure fun machine

high-quality electronics package

quickshifter + as standard

a real statement at the bikertreffen

Only conditionally suitable for long-distance travel

speedometer unit very spartanic

Kawasaki Z650 2024

The Kawasaki Z 650 is probably the most docile motorbike in the naked bike segment. And that is to be understood in an absolutely positive way - as long as you are not particularly tall and heavy. It is slim, light, agile and accessible. All the controls, but also the engine, do not overwhelm. If you are looking for spectacular performance, you should go for the Z 900, but if you are looking for a nimble and easy-to-ride motorbike, you will be satisfied.

Very accessible handling

Very compact and easy to manoeuvre

Motorcycle appears light and compact

Gives small riders a lot of confidence

Adjustable levers

Not enough space on the bike for tall riders

bike looks a class smaller than 650cc overall

engine looks a bit tame

very defensive seating position

handlebars too narrow and cranked too much for a naked bike.