KTM 690 SMC R vs Yamaha MT-09 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	Very competent engine Superb electronics and equipment Effortless learner friendly usability Read More
Things we don't like	Relatively high seat height for some riders Read More	Weird design Pillion rider comfort Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	692.7 cc	890 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	13.5 L	14 L
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Bore X Stroke	105 mm x 80 mm	78 mm x 62,1 mm
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	3 In 1 Exhaust
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder	1	--
No. Of Cylinder	1	3
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	3-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valves
Maximum Power	--	118 hp
Compression Ratio	--	11.5:1
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC
Injection Type	--	Fuel Injection
Maximum Torque	--	93 Nm
RPM at Maximum Torque	--	7000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power	--	10000 rpm

View All

Dimension

Category	Sport	Sport
Ground Clearance	237 mm	140 mm
Seat Height	892 mm	825 mm
Dry Weight	147 kg	--
Seating Capacity	1	2
Height	--	1045 mm
Kerb Weight	--	193 kg
Width	--	820 mm
Oil Tank Capacity	--	3.5 L
Wheel Base	--	1430 mm
Length	--	2090 mm

View All

Fuel & Ignition

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

12 V

Safety & Security

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

View All

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	Yes
Tachometer	No	Yes
Navigator	No	--
Tripmeter	--	Yes

View All

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	--
Body Frame Type	Chrome-moly tubular space Chrome-moly tubular space	Diamond Diamond

View All

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