Highland 507cc Supermoto vs KTM 525 SMC USA (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Highland 507cc Supermotostacks up against the KTM 525 SMC USA. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHighland 507cc SupermotoKTM 525 SMC USA
Model year20112004
Price
Engine507 cc510 cc
Torque55 Nm
Weight106 kg
Seat height35 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Six-piston caliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single piston caliperSingle disc
Tires80/100-21 / 120/90-18 120/70-17

Highland 507cc Supermoto vs KTM 525 SMC USA — which should you buy?

Picking between the Highland 507cc Supermoto and the KTM 525 SMC USA usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Highland 507cc Supermoto brings its published horsepower, while the KTM 525 SMC USA counters with its own power figure at 106 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: