BMW F 900 R vs KTM 690 SMC R Comparison

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  Read More
Things we don't like	--	Relatively high seat height for some riders Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	895 cc	692.7 cc
Maximum Power	105 hp	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13 L	13.5 L
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Emission Control	Euro V	--
Compression Ratio	13.1:1	--
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Bore X Stroke	86 mm x 77 mm	105 mm x 80 mm
Clutch Type	Multi-Plate Wet	Hydraulic Multi-Plate
Exhaust Pipes	2 Into 2 Exhaust	Single Exhaust
Engine Type	In-line 2 Cylinder, 4 Valves, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Engine	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine
Top Speed	216 kmph	--
Maximum Torque	92 Nm	--
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
No. Of Cylinder	2	1
Lubrication System	Dry Sump	Wet Sump
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Alternator	416 W	--
RPM at Maximum Power	8500 rpm	--
RPM at Maximum Torque	6500 rpm	--
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder	--	1

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Dimension

Category	Sport	Sport
Seat Height	815 mm	892 mm
Wheel Base	1518 mm	--
Gross Weight	430 kg	--
Height	1130 mm	--
Length	2140 mm	--
Kerb Weight	219 kg	--
Width	815 mm	--
Seating Capacity	1	1
Ground Clearance	--	237 mm
Dry Weight	--	147 kg

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	Electronic	Twin Ignition
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Reserve	3.5 L	--

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

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

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front)	135 mm	215 mm
Rear Suspension	Swing Arm	WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage
Suspension Travel(Rear)	142 mm	240 mm
Front Suspension	USD Fork	WP APEX

Electrical

Battery Voltage	12 V	12 V
Battery Capacity	12 Ah	--

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	Yes
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Back Rest	No	No
Leg Guards	No	No
Riding Modes	Road Road	Sport Sport
Side Reflectors	Yes	No
Shutter Lock	No	No
Engine Check Warning	Yes	No
Central Locking	--	No
Stability Control	--	No
Traction Control	--	No
Launch Control	--	No

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Console

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

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Chassis & Suspension

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

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Electrical

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

Brake

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

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control	--	No
Height Adjustable Seats	--	Yes