KTM 620 Duke vs Husqvarna SM 610 (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 620 Dukestacks up against the Husqvarna SM 610. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 620 DukeHusqvarna SM 610
Model year19972006
Price——
Engine609 cc610 cc
Horsepower50 hp—
Weight149 kg—
Seat height35 mm—
Fuel capacity—3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed—
Front brakesSingle disc—
Rear brakesSingle disc—

KTM 620 Duke vs Husqvarna SM 610 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 620 Duke and the Husqvarna SM 610 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 620 Duke brings 50 hp in a 149 kg package, while the Husqvarna SM 610 counters with its own power figure.

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: