Husky 701 or KTM 690 SMCR, Why?

BIG186

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Im in the market. I've ridden with a few 701s and I'm pretty impressed with what I've seen it do. I don't really know what the difference between the 2 bikes are other than colors and I think electronic rider aids.

What would you choose and why?
 

ttsang91

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I believe the 2020 701s have the electronic aids the 690 has.
So I think it's just looks that are different.
 

JesasaurusRex

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690 because of the electronics
Afaik the husky has remained unchanged since 2017.


Still a better looking bike tho
 

Woody146

Back on 2!
the new 2020 701 and new 690 should be the same electronics package. the 701 has the "wings" on the front of the seat, the 690 is more narrow. otherwise its the same bike in a different color.
 

ttsang91

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Mach1 has both 2020 690 and the 701. Both have electronics now.
They have a 690 priced right now for $10,899.
 

awsnap

Member
the new 2020 701 and new 690 should be the same electronics package. the 701 has the "wings" on the front of the seat, the 690 is more narrow. otherwise its the same bike in a different color.

I think this. I was waiting for the 2020 701 for the rider aid updates. Also the front forks are different. Bought mine today from Motoxotica in Vacaville (they have three left!)
 

banshee01

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Buy used and save a ton. If you have to buy new cant go wrong with either.

The tires are different on both models. I put some dunlop Q3s on mine and it is ready to go!

If I am buying new 2020 models only I am going with the KTM as I dont like the grey color scheme husky chose on the 2020 701 sm
 
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stan23

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I had a 2018 701 and now the 2019 690 SMCR.

Both great bikes, no issues. I like the electronics package on the 2019 bike; mainly the quick shifter, but now that the 2020 701 has it, they are pretty much the same.

Wait. The 2019 690 has better forks than the 2018 701.

If buying new, the KTM has a 1 year warranty vs 2 year on the husky, something to consider.
 
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