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KTM 690 SMC R 2023 specs

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KTM 690 SMC R 2023 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
KTM
Model
690 SMC R
Year
2023
Category
Super motard

Performance and Speed

Power to Weight Ratio
0.5018 HP/kg
Torque
73.5 Nm (7.5 kgf-m or 54.2 ft.lbs)

Dimensions and Weight

Dry Weight
147.0 kg / 324.1 pounds
Ground Clearance
237 mm / 9.3 inches
Wheelbase
1480 mm / 58.3 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
105.0 x 80.0 mm / 4.1 x 3.1 inches
Engine Capacity
693.0 cc / 42.29 cubic inches
Compression
12.7:1
Engine Type
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Ignition
Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition
Starter
Electric

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain   (final drive)
Gearbox
6-speed
Clutch
Slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
Drive line
5/8  x  1/4 X Ring. Primary drive: 36:79.
Lubrication System
Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
Overhead Cams (OHC)
Fuel Consumption
4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg)
Fuel Capacity
13.50 litres / 3.57 US gallons
Greenhouse Gases
95.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Suspension

Front Suspension
WP APEX 48
Front Wheel Travel
215 mm / 8.5 inches
Rear Suspension
WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage
Rear Wheel Travel
240 mm / 9.4 inches

Tires and Rims

Rims
Orange rims. Conti AttackSM tubeless tyres.

Brakes

Front Brakes
Single disc. Bosch 9M+ ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear Brakes
Single disc. Bosch 9M+ ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Comments
Ride modes. Switchable traction control.
Colour Options
Orange/blue/white

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