Gilera Nordwest vs KTM 560 SMR (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Gilera Nordweststacks up against the KTM 560 SMR. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGilera NordwestKTM 560 SMR
Model year19932007
Price$1,700
Engine558 cc566 cc
Horsepower46 hp
Weight110 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Magura 4-piston, radially fixed caliper, brake disc Ø 310 mm (12.20´)
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Brembo single-piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 220 mm
Tires120/75-17 / 165/55-17

Gilera Nordwest vs KTM 560 SMR — which should you buy?

Picking between the Gilera Nordwest and the KTM 560 SMR usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Gilera Nordwest brings 46 hp, while the KTM 560 SMR counters with its own power figure at 110 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: