Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024
KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore57 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke39.1 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power77 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque39 NmTorque73.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque13,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.3 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement399 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel215 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel124 mmTravel240 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter290 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,380 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height890 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2024

The mere fact that the Kawa Ninja ZX-4RR with its high-revving Inline four-cylinder engine in bonsai format has no real competition makes it absolutely unique. The engine is also the absolute flagship, with a rev limit at 16,000 touring you'll be addicted to wind out a gear! The suspension, brakes and electronics are of a high height, but what is more surprising is that, despite all the sportiness, the bike is still very suitable for everyday use - the seating position is not as radical as on other supersports bikes.

Fun in-line four-cylinder

precise quickshifter with blipper

balanced handling

sporty and pleasant ergonomics

comprehensive electronics package

Engine needs to be kept happy

looks confusing with other Kawasakis

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR vs KTM 690 SMC R

Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR

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Price KTM 690 SMC R

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