Supermotos
2024KTM 690 SMC R
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The 2024 KTM 690 SMC R is a lightweight super motard built for agile riders seeking versatile street and light off-road performance. Its single-cylinder 693cc engine delivers 73.8 horsepower with responsive handling, making it ideal for urban commuting, weekend adventures, and technical riding. Known for its nimble character and spirited personality, the SMC R excels in mixed terrain capability.
- Capacity
- 692.7 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 152.0 kg
- Seat height
- 899 mm
- Power
- 73.8 HP (55.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2024 KTM 690 SMC R
vs the 2023| Spec | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 73.8 HP (53.8 kW) | 73.8 HP (55.0 kW) |
| Torque | 73.5 Nm (7.5 kgf-m or 54.2 ft.lbs) | 73.0 Nm (7.4 kgf-m or 53.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM |
| Dry weight | 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds) | 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds) |
| Wet weight | 153.5 kg (338.4 pounds) | 162.0 kg (357.1 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.50 litres (3.57 US gallons) | 13.30 litres (3.51 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for aggressive cornering, supermoto-style street attack, and tight technical riding rather than long-distance travel.
- Built for
- A raw, punchy big-bore single with sharp handling, strong midrange torque, and an aggressive, minimalist supermoto personality.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking plush comfort, pillion capability, or relaxed long-haul touring.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 692.7 ccm
- Power
- 73.8 HP (55.0 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 102 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- RKTXC0.69ESM-005
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 4.34 L/100km (54.2 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.5 CO g/km
- Torque
- 73.0 Nm (7.4 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4855 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 105.0 x 80.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- PASC (TM) slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1476 mm
- Seat height
- 899 mm
- Dry weight
- 152.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 162.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.30 litres
- Ground clearance
- 237 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated
- Front suspension
- WP APEX 48
- Rear suspension
- WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage
- Front wheel travel
- 215 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 240 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.4°
- Trail
- 110 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Bosch 9M+ ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Bosch 9M+ ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Orange/blue/white/black
- Comments
- Ride modes. Switchable traction control.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2012 | 2016 | 2020 | 2023 | 2024 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 690 cc | 690 cc | 693 cc | 693 cc | 693 cc | 693 cc |
| Dry weight | 142 kg | 141 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg | 152 kg | 152 kg |
| Seat height | 890 mm | 890 mm | 890 mm | 892 mm | 899 mm | 899 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 L | 12 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.3 L | 13.3 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the KTM 690 SMC R?
The 2024 KTM 690 SMC R has a Capacity of 692.7 ccm (42.27 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 690 SMC R have?
The 2024 KTM 690 SMC R has a Power of 73.8 HP (55.0 kW).
How many gears does the KTM 690 SMC R have?
The 2024 KTM 690 SMC R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the KTM 690 SMC R?
The 2024 KTM 690 SMC R has a Torque of 73.0 Nm (7.4 kgf-m or 53.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the KTM 690 SMC R weigh?
The 2024 KTM 690 SMC R has a Dry weight of 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds).
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