Husqvarna 701 Enduro vs KTM 690 Enduro R
Two enduro bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits.
0 to 100 km/h
Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.
Points by category
Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated
Engine and performance
out of 25Handling and chassis
out of 20Value
out of 20Practicality
out of 15Technology
out of 10Reliability and ownership
out of 10Specs side by side
| Spec | Husqvarna701 Enduro | KTM690 Enduro R |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | LC4 single cylinder, liquid cooled, SOHC | LC4 single cylinder, liquid cooled, SOHC |
| Displacement | 692.7 cc | 692.7 cc |
| Power | 74 hp at 8,000 rpm | 74 hp at 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 73.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm | 73.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Power to weight | 0.47 hp/kg | 0.47 hp/kg |
| Chassis | ||
| Wet weight | 158 kg | 157 kg |
| Front suspension | WP XPLOR 48 mm, 250 mm | WP XPLOR 48 mm, 250 mm |
| Front adjustability | Fully adjustable | Fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension | WP XPLOR monoshock, 250 mm | WP XPLOR PDS monoshock, 250 mm |
| Rear adjustability | Fully adjustable | Fully adjustable |
| Front brake | 300 mm, axial 2-piston | 300 mm, axial 2-piston |
| ABS | Cornering ABS | Cornering ABS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seat height | 935 mm | 935 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1504 mm | 1502 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13.5 L |
| Claimed consumption | 4.3 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km |
| Fuel range | 302 km | 314 km |
| Ownership | ||
| Price | €12,149 | €12,199 |
| Service interval | 10,000 km | 10,000 km |
| Valve check | 20,000 km | 20,000 km |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Equipment | ||
| Dash | LCD | LCD |
| Ride modes | No | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise control | Not available | Not available |
| Connectivity | No | No |
Verdict
The KTM 690 Enduro R wins this comparison clearly, 58 points to 51.2.
The gap of 6.8 points is built mostly in value, where the 690 Enduro R takes 6.5 points out of the 701 Enduro. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.
On the road the 690 Enduro R is the quicker machine: 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 157 kg, against 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 158 kg for the 701 Enduro. That is 0.47 hp per kilo playing 0.47.
The 701 Enduro costs €12,149, which leaves €50 in your pocket against the 690 Enduro R at €12,199. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 701 Enduro and 10,000 km on the 690 Enduro R.
Better for city and commuting
Husqvarna 701 Enduro
A 935 mm seat, 302 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.
Better for weekend twisties
KTM 690 Enduro R
74 hp pushing 157 kg with WP XPLOR 48 mm up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.
Better for longer trips
KTM 690 Enduro R
314 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.
Frequently asked
- Which is faster, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro or the KTM 690 Enduro R?
- The KTM 690 Enduro R. It carries 0.47 hp per kilo (74 hp, 157 kg wet) against 0.47 hp per kilo for the Husqvarna 701 Enduro (74 hp, 158 kg).
- Is the Husqvarna 701 Enduro cheaper than the KTM 690 Enduro R?
- The Husqvarna 701 Enduro is cheaper at €12,149 list, €50 less than the KTM 690 Enduro R at €12,199.
- Which is better for shorter riders?
- Neither has an advantage on paper: both seats sit at 935 mm. Weight is the tiebreaker, and the KTM 690 Enduro R is lighter.
- Which has better technology, the 701 Enduro or the 690 Enduro R?
- The KTM 690 Enduro R, which scores 6.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS and traction control. The Husqvarna 701 Enduro counters with cornering ABS and traction control.
- Which goes further on a tank?
- The KTM 690 Enduro R: 314 km from its 13.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 302 km for the Husqvarna 701 Enduro.
- Which bike wins overall?
- The KTM 690 Enduro R, scoring 58 of 100 against 51.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.