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If there’s one dual-sport that verges on ADV-hood, it’s the KTM 690 Enduro R.
There’s a reason trail-chasing adventurers turn to the orange brand’s lightweight alternative. As niche as that subgroup seems, it’s also cultivated a thriving ecosystem of third-party rally kits and auxiliary fuel tanks in recent years.
Now, KTM is serving the segment with a factory-direct offering: the new 690 Rally.
Built on KTM’s LC4 platform, the Rally pinches the Enduro R’s 79-horsepower, 693 cc single. The family resemblance goes beyond that shared thumper, too. The steel-tube trellis frame, WP XPLOR suspension, and Brembo brakes also go unchanged. Even the seat height (36.8 inches), suspension travel (front: 10.4 inches, rear: 9.8 inches), wheelbase (59.3 inches), and ground clearance (10.4 inches) remain consistent across the two models.
The Rally truly pulls ahead when the Enduro R stops for its first fill-up. That’s because two top-mounted fuel tanks load the travel-oriented 690 with an additional 1.8 gallons of gas. And don't forget about the 3.5-gallon tank tucked under the Rally’s tail. Of course, that 5.3-gallon fuel load also increases the variant’s curb weight. KTM lists an unfueled Rally at 356 pounds, but with all three tanks filled, the ADV-aspiring dual-sport will quickly approach 400 pounds.
An all-new rally-style tower not only makes good on the nameplate, but also provides wind protection for extended road trips (and fulfills part of Zack Courts' wish list for the 690 after riding the Enduro R recently). Completing the desert racer look is a headlight derived from KTM’s exclusive 450 Rally Replica.
As expected, the 690 Rally benefits from rider aids like cornering ABS, lean-dependent traction control, and ride modes (Street and Off-Road), but it wouldn’t be a KTM without a few add-on options. Key among them is the Rally ride mode, which unlocks Dynamic Slip Adjust, a feature that automatically increases rear wheel slip by momentarily decreasing traction control.
Whether or not customers spring for the namesake ride mode, a 4.2-inch TFT display remains the focal point of the user interface.
While KTM was quick to announce that the 690 Rally is due in dealerships by October, it’s been less transparent with the model’s MSRP. As of writing, the starting price is still unknown. Given the 690 Enduro R’s $13,399 price tag, I'd be surprised if the Rally doesn't exceed $15,000. Hopefully, KTM will unveil those details by the time Zack tests the newest 690 later this month. Either way, stay tuned.
| 2027 KTM 690 Rally | |
|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | TBA |
| Engine | 693 cc, liquid-cooled, four-valve, single |
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Transmission, final drive |
Six-speed, chain |
| Claimed horsepower | 79 @ 8,000 rpm |
| Claimed torque | 53.8 foot-pounds @ 6,750 rpm |
| Frame | Steel-tube trellis |
| Front suspension | WP XPLOR 48 mm fork, adjustable for spring preload, compression and rebound damping; 10.4 inches of travel |
| Rear suspension | WP XPLOR shock, adjustable for spring preload, compression and rebound damping; 9.8 inches of travel |
| Front brake | Brembo two-piston caliper, 300 mm disc with ABS |
| Rear brake | Brembo single-piston caliper, 240 mm disc with ABS |
| Rake, trail | 27.7 degrees, 4.7 inches |
| Wheelbase | 59.3 inches |
| Seat height | 36.8 inches |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 gallons |
| Tires | Continental TKC80 Twinduro; 90/90-21 front, 140/60-18 rear |
| Measured weight | 356 pounds (without fuel) |
| Available | October 2026 |
| Warranty | 48 months |
| More info | ktm.com |
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