Which is faster, the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto or the KTM 390 SMC R?

The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto. It carries 0.47 hp per kilo (74 hp, 157 kg wet) against 0.28 hp per kilo for the KTM 390 SMC R (45 hp, 161 kg).

Is the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto cheaper than the KTM 390 SMC R?

The KTM 390 SMC R is cheaper at €6,999 list, €5,350 less than the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto at €12,349.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The KTM 390 SMC R. Its 860 mm seat is 30 mm lower than the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto, and at 161 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 701 Supermoto or the 390 SMC R?

The KTM 390 SMC R, which scores 8.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto counters with cornering ABS and traction control.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto: 317 km from its 13 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 250 km for the KTM 390 SMC R.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 390 SMC R, scoring 68.3 of 100 against 57.1 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto vs KTM 390 SMC R

Two supermoto bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits. These two sit in different classes, so each score is computed within its own class.

Husqvarna

701 Supermoto

57.1

/ 100

KTM

390 SMC R

68.3

/ 100

Winner

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0 to 100 km/h

Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto0 km/h

Full specification comparison: Husqvarna 701 Supermoto versus KTM 390 SMC R
Spec	Husqvarna701 Supermoto	KTM390 SMC R
Engine
Engine	LC4 single cylinder, liquid cooled, SOHC	Single cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC
Displacement	692.7 cc	398.7 cc
Power	74 hp at 8,000 rpm	45 hp at 8,500 rpm
Torque	73.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm	39 Nm at 7,000 rpm
Power to weight	0.47 hp/kg	0.28 hp/kg
Chassis
Wet weight	157 kg	161 kg
Front suspension	WP APEX 48 mm split function, 215 mm	WP APEX 43 mm open cartridge, 230 mm
Front adjustability	Fully adjustable	Compression and rebound
Rear suspension	WP APEX monoshock, 240 mm	WP APEX monoshock, 230 mm
Rear adjustability	Fully adjustable	Preload and rebound
Front brake	320 mm, radial 4-piston	320 mm, radial 4-piston
ABS	Cornering ABS	Cornering ABS
Dimensions
Seat height	890 mm	860 mm
Wheelbase	1470 mm	1453 mm
Fuel capacity	13 L	9 L
Claimed consumption	4.1 L/100 km	3.6 L/100 km
Fuel range	317 km	250 km
Ownership
Price	€12,349	€6,999
Service interval	10,000 km	10,000 km
Valve check	20,000 km	20,000 km
Warranty	2 years	2 years
Equipment
Dash	LCD	TFT
Ride modes	No	Yes
Traction control	Yes	Yes
Quickshifter	Optional	Optional
Cruise control	Not available	Not available
Connectivity	No	Yes

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Verdict

The KTM 390 SMC R wins this comparison comfortably, 68.3 points to 57.1.

The gap of 11.2 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 390 SMC R takes 10 points out of the 701 Supermoto. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 701 Supermoto is the quicker machine: 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 157 kg, against 45 hp and 39 Nm moving 161 kg for the 390 SMC R. That is 0.47 hp per kilo playing 0.28.

The 390 SMC R costs €6,999, which leaves €5,350 in your pocket against the 701 Supermoto at €12,349. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 390 SMC R and 10,000 km on the 701 Supermoto.

Better for city and commuting

KTM 390 SMC R

A 860 mm seat, 250 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 390 SMC R

45 hp pushing 161 kg with WP APEX 43 mm open cartridge up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.

Better for longer trips

KTM 390 SMC R

250 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 Supermoto or the KTM 390 SMC R?: The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto. It carries 0.47 hp per kilo (74 hp, 157 kg wet) against 0.28 hp per kilo for the KTM 390 SMC R (45 hp, 161 kg).
Is the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto cheaper than the KTM 390 SMC R?: The KTM 390 SMC R is cheaper at €6,999 list, €5,350 less than the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto at €12,349.
Which is better for shorter riders?: The KTM 390 SMC R. Its 860 mm seat is 30 mm lower than the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto, and at 161 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
Which has better technology, the 701 Supermoto or the 390 SMC R?: The KTM 390 SMC R, which scores 8.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto counters with cornering ABS and traction control.
Which goes further on a tank?: The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto: 317 km from its 13 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 250 km for the KTM 390 SMC R.
Which bike wins overall?: The KTM 390 SMC R, scoring 68.3 of 100 against 57.1 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.

Dig into each bike

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto specs and score KTM 390 SMC R specs and score 701 Supermoto maintenance costs 390 SMC R maintenance costs All supermoto bikes

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