Which is faster, the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto or the KTM 690 SMC R?

The KTM 690 SMC R. It carries 0.48 hp per kilo (75 hp, 156 kg wet) against 0.47 hp per kilo for the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (74 hp, 157 kg).

Is the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto cheaper than the KTM 690 SMC R?

The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto is cheaper at €12,349 list, €100 less than the KTM 690 SMC R at €12,449.

Which is better for shorter riders?

Neither has an advantage on paper: both seats sit at 890 mm. Weight is the tiebreaker, and the KTM 690 SMC R is lighter.

Which has better technology, the 701 Supermoto or the 690 SMC R?

The KTM 690 SMC R, which scores 6.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS and traction control. The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto counters with cornering ABS and traction control.

Which goes further on a tank?

The KTM 690 SMC R: 329 km from its 13.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 317 km for the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 690 SMC R, scoring 65.5 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 690 SMC R

Two supermoto bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits.

Husqvarna

701 Supermoto

57.1

/ 100

KTM

690 SMC R

65.5

/ 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 690 SMC R
Spec	Husqvarna701 Supermoto	KTM690 SMC 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	75 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	0.48 hp/kg
Chassis
Wet weight	157 kg	156 kg
Front suspension	WP APEX 48 mm split function, 215 mm	WP APEX 48 mm split function, 215 mm
Front adjustability	Fully adjustable	Fully adjustable
Rear suspension	WP APEX monoshock, 240 mm	WP APEX monoshock, 240 mm
Rear adjustability	Fully adjustable	Fully adjustable
Front brake	320 mm, radial 4-piston	320 mm, radial 4-piston
ABS	Cornering ABS	Cornering ABS
Dimensions
Seat height	890 mm	890 mm
Wheelbase	1470 mm	1470 mm
Fuel capacity	13 L	13.5 L
Claimed consumption	4.1 L/100 km	4.1 L/100 km
Fuel range	317 km	329 km
Ownership
Price	€12,349	€12,449
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

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Verdict

The KTM 690 SMC R wins this comparison clearly, 65.5 points to 57.1.

The gap of 8.4 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 690 SMC R takes 7.1 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 690 SMC R is the quicker machine: 75 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 156 kg, against 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 157 kg for the 701 Supermoto. That is 0.48 hp per kilo playing 0.47.

The 701 Supermoto costs €12,349, which leaves €100 in your pocket against the 690 SMC R at €12,449. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 701 Supermoto and 10,000 km on the 690 SMC R.

Better for city and commuting

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto

A 890 mm seat, 317 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 SMC R

75 hp pushing 156 kg with WP APEX 48 mm split function up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.

Better for longer trips

KTM 690 SMC R

329 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 690 SMC R?: The KTM 690 SMC R. It carries 0.48 hp per kilo (75 hp, 156 kg wet) against 0.47 hp per kilo for the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (74 hp, 157 kg).
Is the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto cheaper than the KTM 690 SMC R?: The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto is cheaper at €12,349 list, €100 less than the KTM 690 SMC R at €12,449.
Which is better for shorter riders?: Neither has an advantage on paper: both seats sit at 890 mm. Weight is the tiebreaker, and the KTM 690 SMC R is lighter.
Which has better technology, the 701 Supermoto or the 690 SMC R?: The KTM 690 SMC R, which scores 6.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS and traction control. The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto counters with cornering ABS and traction control.
Which goes further on a tank?: The KTM 690 SMC R: 329 km from its 13.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 317 km for the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto.
Which bike wins overall?: The KTM 690 SMC R, scoring 65.5 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 690 SMC R specs and score 701 Supermoto maintenance costs 690 SMC R maintenance costs All supermoto bikes

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