KTM 690 SMC R vs Suzuki GSX-8S 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	Refined and powerful engine Good ride quality for a sports bike Read More
Things we don't like	Relatively high seat height for some riders Read More	Aggressive styling is not to everyone’s taste Pillion seat lacks comfort Read More

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
Fuel Consumption	--	23.8 kmpl

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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	Runf
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