KTM 690 SMC R 2021 vs. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

Overview - KTM 690 SMC R 2021 vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

Technical Specifications KTM 690 SMC R 2021 compared to Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	88 mm
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	73.5 Nm	Torque	66.2 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.7	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	2
Valves	Valves	Rocker arm, OHC	Valves	Desmodromic
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	692.7 ccm	Displacement	803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Kayaba
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	46 mm
Travel	Travel	215 mm	Travel	200 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	240 mm	Travel	200 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	63 degree	Rake	66 degree
Trail	Trail	107.7 mm	Trail	112 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	330 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	245 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Cornering ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,470 mm	Wheelbase	1,505 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	890 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	147 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	193 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	90 dB	Stationary noise	95 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

The Desert Sled may not be made for tough off-road use, but it is well equipped for fun parties on gravel roads and in light terrain. With the additional riding mode (ABS can be switched off at the rear wheel), the large 19-inch front wheel and the fully adjustable suspension elements, it certainly meets these requirements. The seat height of 860 also suggests that off-road rides are not completely absurd. Presumably, however, it is this breathtakingly pretty look of the Desert Sled that will arouse the interest of retro fans anyway.

cool look

refined engine

robust appearance

really off-road capable

additional riding mode

cornering ABS

somewhat high seat for small riders

brake needs hand power

not cheap