KTM 690 SMC R ABS vs Highland DirtTrac (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 690 SMC R ABSstacks up against the Highland DirtTrac. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 690 SMC R ABSHighland DirtTrac
Model year20152008
Price
Engine690 cc950 cc
Horsepower67 hp85 hp
Torque104 Nm
Weight141 kg129 kg
Seat height36 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Single disc. Beringer six piston caliper
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Single disc. Brembo caliper
Tires120/70-17 / 160/60-17

KTM 690 SMC R ABS vs Highland DirtTrac — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 690 SMC R ABS and the Highland DirtTrac usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 690 SMC R ABS brings 67 hp in a 141 kg package, while the Highland DirtTrac counters with 85 hp at 129 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: