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KTM 690 SMC EU - User Manual

KTM 690 SMC EU
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OWNER'S MANUAL 2008
690bSMCbEU
690bSMCbAUS/UK
ART. NO. 3211245en

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • J
    Janice PetersonSep 23, 2025
    What causes battery to discharge on KTM Motorcycle?
    • J
      Jenny WilliamsSep 23, 2025
      If the battery of your KTM Motorcycle is discharged, and the ignition was not switched off when the vehicle was parked, recharge the battery. If the battery is not charged by the generator, check the charging voltage.
  • M
    Michael MarshAug 25, 2025
    Why does my KTM 690 SMC EU Motorcycle engine die during the journey?
    • J
      jclarkAug 25, 2025
      If your KTM Motorcycle engine dies during a journey, consider these possible causes: * You might be out of fuel, so you should fill up. * A fuse (b1, b2 or b4) may have blown, so replace the affected fuses. * The engine vent hose could be bent, so straighten it or replace it if necessary. * The engine oil level might be too high, so check and correct it.
  • K
    kdavisAug 25, 2025
    Why is my KTM 690 SMC EU engine overheating?
    • M
      Mary FletcherAug 26, 2025
      If your KTM Motorcycle engine overheats, consider the following potential causes: * There might not be enough coolant in the cooling system, so check for leaks and the coolant level. * The radiator fins could be very dirty, so clean them. * There could be foam formation in the cooling system, so drain and refill the coolant. * A radiator hose might be buckled or damaged, so have it replaced. * The thermostat could be defective, so have it checked. * Fuse b5 might be blown, so replace it. * There could be a defect in the radiator fan system, so have it checked. * There might be air in the cooling system, so refill the cooling system.
  • K
    Keith DavisAug 27, 2025
    What does it mean if the FIbwarning lamp (MIL) lights/flashes on my KTM Motorcycle?
    • V
      Victoria LuceroAug 27, 2025
      If the FI warning lamp (MIL) lights or flashes on your KTM Motorcycle, it indicates a defect in the fuel injection system. To resolve this, have the error memory read with the KTM diagnostics tool and correct the fault.
  • S
    Samantha MccoyAug 27, 2025
    How to fix headlight and parking light not functioning on KTM Motorcycle?
    • J
      Jonathon DavisAug 27, 2025
      If the headlight and parking light on your KTM Motorcycle are not working, it's possible that fuse b7 has blown. In this case, you should replace the fuse.
  • D
    deborah54Sep 14, 2025
    What does it mean if FIbwarning lamp (MIL) flashes 2x long, 4x short on KTM 690 SMC EU?
    • A
      Aaron LeeSep 14, 2025
      If the FI warning lamp (MIL) on your KTM Motorcycle flashes 2x long, 4x short, it indicates a malfunction in the voltage supply circuit of the EFI control unit. Check the EFI control unit voltage supply.
  • I
    Isaiah GonzalezSep 12, 2025
    What does it mean if FIbwarning lamp (MIL) flashes 1x long, 5x short on KTM 690 SMC EU?
    • J
      Julie HernandezSep 12, 2025
      If the FI warning lamp (MIL) on your KTM Motorcycle flashes 1x long, 5x short, it indicates that the input signal from the roll angle sensor is too low or too high. Check the roll angle sensor.
  • J
    Jennifer PatelSep 13, 2025
    What does it mean if FIbwarning lamp (MIL) flashes 1x long, 7x short on KTM 690 SMC EU?
    • L
      lauramosleySep 13, 2025
      If the FI warning lamp (MIL) on your KTM Motorcycle flashes 1x long, 7x short, it indicates a malfunction in the lambda probe circuit. Check the lambda probe.
  • M
    Michele MooreSep 4, 2025
    What does it mean if FIbwarning lamp (MIL) flashes briefly 6x on KTM 690 SMC EU Motorcycle?
    • X
      Xavier GomezSep 5, 2025
      If the FI warning lamp (MIL) on your KTM Motorcycle flashes briefly 6x, it indicates that the input signal from the throttle valve sensor is too low or too high. Check the throttle valve sensor.
  • K
    Kimberly YuSep 2, 2025
    Why is the speedometer in combination instrument not functioning on my KTM 690 SMC EU?
    • C
      Christopher LarsonSep 2, 2025
      If the speedometer in the combination instrument of your KTM Motorcycle is not working, the speedometer cable harness may be damaged or the plug oxidized. Have the cable harness and plug checked.

Summary

View of Vehicle

Location of Serial Numbers

Chassis number

Identifies the location of the chassis number on the vehicle.

Engine number

Identifies the location of the engine number on the vehicle.

General Tips and Hints on Putting into Operation

Advice on first use

Provides safety advice and initial usage guidelines for the motorcycle.

Riding Instructions

Checks before putting into operation

Lists essential checks before riding the motorcycle.

Starting

Step-by-step guide for starting the motorcycle engine.

Braking

Guidelines and warnings related to motorcycle braking.

Maintenance Work on Chassis and Engine

Checking engine oil level

Procedure for checking the motorcycle's engine oil level.

Changing engine oil and oil filter, cleaning oil screens

Complete guide to oil and filter maintenance.

Troubleshooting

Engine does not turn when the electric starter button is pressed

Diagnoses and measures for starter motor issues.

Engine turns only if the clutch lever is drawn

Possible causes and solutions when the engine only turns with clutch engaged.

Engine turns but does not start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine cranks but won't start.

Engine overheats

Troubleshooting steps for engine overheating issues.

FI warning lamp (MIL) lights;flashes

Explains the FI warning light and its possible causes.

Flashing Code

Fault Codes

Lists diagnostic fault codes and their potential causes.

Technical Data - Engine

Design

Details the engine's core specifications and configuration.

Capacity - engine oil

Specifies the required engine oil volume and type.

Capacity - coolant

Specifies the required coolant volume and type.

Technical Data - Engine Tightening Torques

Engine Screw Torque Specifications

Lists torque values for various engine component screws.

KTM 690 SMC EU Specifications

General IconGeneral
Compression Ratio12.7:1
StarterElectric starter
Transmission6-speed
Fuel SystemElectronic fuel injection
CoolingLiquid cooling
LubricationForced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Final DriveChain
FrameChromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated
Suspension Travel Rear250 mm
Tires Front120/70 ZR 17
Tires Rear160/60 ZR 17
ChainX-Ring 5/8 x 1/4"
Steering Head Angle63.5°
Seat Height890 mm
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Power75 hp
Torque73.5 Nm
ClutchWet, multi-disc
SubframeAluminum
HandlebarAluminum, tapered
Front SuspensionWP USD Ø 48 mm
Rear SuspensionWP monoshock
Front BrakeBrembo four-piston radial fixed caliper, brake disc Ø 320 mm
Rear BrakeBrembo single piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 240 mm
Wheels Front3.50 x 17"
Wheels Rear5.00 x 17"
Tank Capacity13.5 l

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