KTM 690 SMC R
KTM 690 SMC R
Standard
RM 59,500
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KTM 890 Duke R
KTM 890 Duke R
Standard
RM 75,800
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KTM 690 SMC R vs KTM 890 Duke R Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of KTM 690 SMC R and KTM 890 Duke R, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The KTM 690 SMC R priced at RM 59,500 while the KTM 890 Duke R Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 75,800. Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 890 Duke R engine displacement is 889 while the KTM 690 SMC R houses a 692.7 engine.

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Overview: 690 SMC R vs 890 Duke R

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 692.7 cc 889 cc
Maximum Power - 119 hp

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DP RM 11,900 Installment : RM 695 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 15,200 Installment : RM 885 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.25/5
4 reviews
4.5/5
8 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Roaring engine and excellent handling

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From The Experts

Things we like

Exceptional agility and precise handling

Lightweight, robust chrome-moly tubular frame

Versatile, performance-focused ergonomics 

Distinctive appearance 

LED lighting enhancing visibility 

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Things we don't like

Relatively high seat height for some riders

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 692.7 cc 889 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.5 L 14 L
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust Single Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder 1 2
Bore X Stroke 105 mm x 80 mm 90.7 mm x 68.8 mm
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine Parallel-Twin Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, 4-Valves, DOHC Engine
Clutch Type Hydraulic Multi-Plate PASC Slipper Clutch
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Lubrication System Wet Sump Forced Oil
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder 1 --
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Maximum Power -- 119 hp
Maximum Torque -- 99 Nm
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
RPM at Maximum Power -- 9000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque -- 8000 rpm
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Dimension

Category Sport Sport
Seat Height 892 mm 834 mm
Ground Clearance 237 mm 206 mm
Seating Capacity 1 2
Dry Weight 147 kg 166 kg

Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Twin Ignition --
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 R17 120/70 ZR17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Rear Tyre 160/60 R17 180/55 ZR17
Tyre Type Radial Radial, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size R17 R17

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Rear) 240 mm 150 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) 215 mm 140 mm
Front Suspension WP APEX WP APEX 43
Rear Suspension WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage Monoshock

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Leg Guards No No
Stability Control No Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Launch Control No No
Riding Modes Sport Sport Sports, Road Sports, Road
Engine Check Warning No Yes
Back Rest No No
Side Reflectors No Yes
Central Locking No --
Advanced Safety Features -- MTC MTC
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge No Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator No --
Display Screen Yes Yes
Navigator No No
Speedometer Digital Digital Yes
Oil Change Indicator No --
Tachometer No Yes
Tripmeter -- Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Chrome Garnish No No
Side Wings Yes Yes
Seat Type Single Seat Single Seat Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material Steel, Aluminium Steel, Aluminium Steel Steel
Electronic Suspension Adjustment No --
Body Frame Type Chrome-moly tubular space Chrome-moly tubular space Chromium-Molybdenum Chromium-Molybdenum
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Electrical

Tail Lamp Bulb Bulb LED LED
Accessory Outlet No --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Head Lamp Bulb Bulb LED LED
Indicator Light No Yes

Brake

Front Brake Disc Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control No No
Height Adjustable Seats Yes Yes

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KTM 690 SMC R vs KTM 890 Duke R FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between KTM 690 SMC R vs KTM 890 Duke R?

690 SMC R is priced at RM 59,500 and 890 Duke R is priced at RM 75,800. Hence 690 SMC R is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between 690 SMC R vs 890 Duke R?

The 690 SMC R comes with a ground clearance of 237 mm , on the other hand the 890 Duke R comes with a ground clearance of 206 mm , hence the KTM 690 SMC R has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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