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

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

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

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

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

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque73.5 NmTorque66.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,600 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesRocker arm, OHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement692.7 ccmDisplacement803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter46 mm
TravelTravel215 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel240 mmTravel200 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake63 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail107.7 mmTrail112 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCornering ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,505 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)147 kgDry Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise90 dBStationary noise95 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

KTM 690 SMC R 2021

A large, powerful single cylinder, a stable chassis, just over 160 kg of tractive weight and modern electronics for support - the key data alone suggests a lot of riding pleasure. In 2024, the SMC-R may be a little dusty in some respects and is no longer the undisputed queen of road-legal supermotos, but it can still offer a lot of supermoto fun and performance.

Powerful engine

Electronics can support safety or supermoto manoeuvres as required

Stable, fully adjustable suspension

Agile riding performance

Good ergonomics

Low fuel consumption

Great quickshifter

Old LC display and halogen headlights no longer up to date

Suspension could absorb small bumps more harmoniously

Brakes not overly sensitive

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2021

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 SMC R vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

Price KTM 690 SMC R

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Price Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled

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