KTM 690 SMC R
KTM 690 SMC R
Standard
RM 54,500
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Suzuki GSX-8S
Suzuki GSX-8S
Standard
RM 50,800
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KTM 690 SMC R vs Suzuki GSX-8S Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of KTM 690 SMC R and Suzuki GSX-8S, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The KTM 690 SMC R priced at RM 54,500 while the Suzuki GSX-8S Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 50,800 . Comparing the technical specifications, Suzuki GSX-8S engine displacement is 776 while the KTM 690 SMC R houses a 692.7 engine.

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Overview: 690 SMC R vs GSX-8S

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 692.7 cc 776 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

5/5
1 reviews
4.67/5
3 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • A sporty all-round bike

    KTM 690 SMC R has set a benchmark in the supermoto category. Due to its sophisticated electronics package and lightweight chassis, this bike is...

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    Reehab Dec 11, 2023 for KTM 690 SMC R
  • A do-anything bike

    Being a die-hard fan of Suzuki I have ridden almost all the bikes produced by this brand and have loved most of them. Recently, I got the chance to...

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    israel Mar 15, 2024 for Suzuki GSX-8S

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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Refined and powerful engine

Good ride quality for a sports bike

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Things we don't like

Relatively high seat height for some riders

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Aggressive styling is not to everyone’s taste

Pillion seat lacks comfort

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 692.7 cc 776 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 13.5 L 14 L
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Bore X Stroke 105 mm x 80 mm 84.0 mm x 70.0 mm
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust Single Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder 1 2
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder 1 --
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Clutch Type Hydraulic Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Lubrication System Wet Sump Wet Sump
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Compression Ratio -- 12.8:1
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
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Dimension

Category Sport Sport
Ground Clearance 237 mm 145 mm
Seat Height 892 mm 810 mm
Dry Weight 147 kg --
Seating Capacity 1 2
Wheel Base -- 1465 mm
Length -- 2115 mm
Kerb Weight -- 202 kg
Width -- 775 mm
Height -- 1105 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage Link Type
Suspension Travel(Rear) 240 mm --
Suspension Travel(Front) 215 mm --
Front Suspension WP APEX Inverted Telescopic Fork

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No --
Back Rest No No
Engine Check Warning No Yes
Side Reflectors No Yes
Leg Guards No No
Central Locking No --
Stability Control No Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Launch Control No No
Riding Modes Sport Sport Street, Road Street, Road
Engine Immobilizer -- No
Anti-Theft Alarm -- No
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Console

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

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

Cruise Control No No
Height Adjustable Seats Yes No

Brake

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

Electrical

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

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