The KTM 690 SMC R motorcycle specifications include a 690 cc (42.10 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 142 kg (313.1 lb).
Key specifications
2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023Model years
690 ccDisplacement
64.0 Nm @ 6,000 rpmTorque
142 kgDry weight
925 mmSeat height
12 LFuel tank
1,480 mmWheelbase
270 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
2012201320142016201720182019202020212023
Year-specific specification changes
The 2012 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
Bore × stroke
20192023105.0 x 80 mm (4.1 x 3.1 inches)
Compression ratio
2021202312.7:1
Displacement
20202023693 cc (42.29 cu in)
Dry weight
20142016140.5 kg (309.7 lb)
20172018141 kg (310.9 lb)
20192023147 kg (324.1 lb)
Frame
20162023Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated
Front brakes
20132014Single disc. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
20162023Single disc. Bosch 9M+ ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front suspension
20162020WP USD Ø 48 mm
20212023WP APEX 48
Fuel system
20132023Injection
Rear brakes
20132014Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
20162023Single disc. Bosch 9M+ ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear suspension
20132014WP Suspension 4618 with Pro Lever linkage
20162020WP shock absorber with Pro-Lever linkage
20212023WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage
Torque
2020202373.5 Nm (7.5 kgf-m or 54.2 ft.lbs)
Clutch
20162018APTC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
20192020PASC (TM) slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
20212023Slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
Front wheel travel
2013280 mm (11.0 inches)
20162023215 mm (8.5 inches)
Fuel capacity
2019202313.50 L (3.57 US gal)
Ground clearance
20212023237 mm (9.3 inches)
Ignition
20162023Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition
Lubrication
20162023Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Power/weight ratio
20130.4627 hp/kg
20140.4677 hp/kg
20160.4769 hp/kg
201720180.4752 hp/kg
20190.4558 hp/kg
202020230.5018 hp/kg
Rake
202326.4°
Rear wheel travel
2013310 mm (12.2 inches)
20192023240 mm (9.4 inches)
Seat height
20162020890 mm (35.0 inches)
20212023892 mm (35.1 inches)
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-17 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Front tire width | 120 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 70% |
| Front rim diameter | 17 in |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.21:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Category | Super motard |
|---|
Engine specifications
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 690 cc (42.10 cu in) |
| Torque | 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 47.2 ft.lbs) @ 6,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 102.0 x 84.5 mm (4.0 x 3.3 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Semi-dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | APTC Anti-hopping clutch / hydraulically operated |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 ROMA |
| Rear suspension | WP Suspension 4618 with Pro and #8209;Lever linkage |
| Front wheel travel | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rake | 27.0° |
| Trail | 112 mm (4.4 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-ZR17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 142 kg (313.1 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 925 mm (36.4 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,480 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 270 mm (10.6 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 L (3.17 US gal) |
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Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4648 hp/kg |
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Other specifications
| Color options | Black/orange/white |
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