Please note: Iconic got additional information from a Kramer expert that we need to share. As noted previously, this is one of the first Kramer 690s that came to the US. There are several differences between this and the current generation that we wanted to make sure bidders were aware of:
1. Dual 320mm front rotors.
2. Early forks with forged triple clamp
3. Single balance shaft engine with a smaller throttle body.
4. Early rear set brackets. The mounts on the frame are different, so current brackets cannot be used and replacements are NLA, they would have to be fabricated. (The seller has an additional set of rear sets which are included with the sale.)
5. Swing arm and linkage. Due to reported issues with early European bikes, it is strongly recommended to replace the swing arm with a new generation swing arm, as the existing arm is likely to crack. This is roughly a $2,800 expenditure.
6. In addition, our contact was able to confirm that the mileage is not accurate as the current dash was installed in 2020/2021.
In the world of boutique race bikes, Kramer is enjoying a tremendous amount of success – and the love of some industry pros including Troy Siahaan at Motorcycle.com and Jensen Beeler at Asphalt & Rubber. The one sentence difference between Kramer’s offerings is that the S is for trackdays and the R is for racing.
The R uses a KTM 690 motor which is good for roughly 80 horsepower. Other improvements include a superior braking package and forged wheels. The trellis frame is made from a CrMo steel for increased stiffness, with an adjustable rake that can be tailored to a rider’s desired fit. Instead of storing the gas in the tank, Krämer opted to put the fuel cell in the tail. The XPE plastic subframe holds a little over four gallons.
For its suspension, the 690 R rides on 43mm WP forks with adjustable preload, compression, and rebound damping up front and a WP shock absorber with KMC Link System at the rear. Brembo handles the braking up front mated to twin 290mm discs.
Tying everything together is a set of lightweight fiberglass bodywork that comes reinforced with carbon and Kevlar. Thanks to the relocation of the tank (a space now occupied by the airbox) and the forged aluminum Dymag wheels, total weight for the bike comes in at a svelte 276 pounds!
This example is VIN: HKREVO2007. The seller purchased the bike from RevZilla West three months ago and states, “I bought it to do the two 2025 West Coast AHRMA rounds, but got injured at a ski camp in March, so unable to ride/race out here this year.”
True mileage is unknown. The odometer shows 4,656 kilometers (2,893 miles) however we have confirmation that the dash was replaced in 2020/2021.
Maintenance:
The seller notes, “Took to AEO Powersports, KTM Dealership for a pre-race going through.” In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Engine Oil Level: LOW
Engine Oil Quality: OK
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: OK
Coolant Quality: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL H2O CONTENT HIGHER THAN 3%
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL H2O CONTENT HIGHER THAN 3%
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: CABLE
Final Drive Condition: DIRTY
Headlight High Beam: N/A
Headlight Low Beam: N/A
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: N/A
Tail Light: N/A
Brake Light (Front Switch): N/A
Brake Light (Rear Switch): N/A
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: N/A
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80
Forks: RIGHT IS LEAKING
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 3822
Tire Date Code Rear: 4523
Tire % Remaining Front: 60
Tire % Remaining Rear: 60
Tire Press. Front: 22
Tire Press. Rear: 23.5
Battery Standing Voltage: LITHIUM 13.7V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.7V
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Factory service intervals:
Valve check every 1,000km
New piston/cylinder 5,000km
Repack muffler 1,000km
Notes:
•COOLANT RESV INTERFERES WITH STEERING
•RH FORK LEAK
•OIL LOW
•CHAIN DIRTY
•HYDRUALIC LINES FAILED MOISTURE TEST
Recommended repairs:
•Service chain
•Service forks
•Top off or replace engine oil
•Bleed hydraulic lines
Modifications:
“It is a twin front disk model.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC tires with date codes of 3822 and 4523.
The sale includes an extra set of wheels with Dunlop Sportmax Q3+ tires, OEM instrument cluster, clip on hardware, extra spark plugs, OEM rear sets, AIM owner’s manual, rear sprocket and various additional parts.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Kramer is offered on a MSO only. Have any 690 HKR EVO 2 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
