Can you ride the KTM 690 SMC R on an A2 licence?

Yes, you can ride the KTM 690 SMC R (2019 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!

KTM 690 SMC R (2019 onwards) motorcycle

KTM 690 SMC R (2019 onwards)

The KTM 690 SMC R is a popular supermoto A2 bike from the famous Austrian manufacturer. It has been one of the best dual-sport bikes of the 2000s and the latest generation (2019) makes the motorcycle even more attractive than before.

It has seen some innovation and KTM actually claims that 65% of the bike is all-new, which is a rare thing to see on most supermoto bikes.

The KTM 690 SMC R is a real fun motorbike to ride. Thanks to its modernized single-cylinder engine, the bike is super lively, yet very reliable and easy to maintain at the same time. The new LC4 engine, which is almost identical to the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto engine, offers long service intervals and more comfortable ride.

The KTM 690 SMC R has a power output of 55 kW and you will have to restrict it by 35% if you want to make it compliant with the A2 licence.

A2 Licence Compliance

The KTM 690 SMC R is a 690cc A2-friendly bike. It has a power output of 55 kW (74 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 36.3% to become A2 licence compliant.


You will need a restrictor to ride the KTM 690 SMC R on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the KTM 690 SMC R.

TitleSpec
ManufacturerKTM
CategoryDual-Sport
Supermoto
Engine typeSingle Cylinder
Engine strokes4-Stroke
Engine size690cc
Power output55 kW
Torque output54.2 ft-lb
Top speed124 mph
Horsepower74 bhp
Weight147 kg
Seat height890 mm
Front tyre size120/70-17
Rear tyre size160/60-17
Fuel tank size13.5 litres
Fuel tank range150 miles
Fuel consumptionn/a mpg
Oil capacity1.7 litres
Annual road tax£117
Price£9,000
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