KTM 690 SMC R User Manual

7 PREPARING FOR USE 43
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of brake system.
– If the foot brake lever is not released, the brake linings drag continuously. The rear brake may fail due to overheating. Take your
foot off the foot brake lever when you are not braking.
Info
When using your vehicle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.
– Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop.
You receive a delivery certificate and the Service and Warranty Booklet at vehicle handover.
– Before your first trip, read the entire Owner's Manual carefully.
– Get to know the controls.
– Adjust the basic position of the clutch lever. ( p. 86)
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. ( p. 89)
– Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. ( p. 95)
– Get used to handling the motorcycle on a suitable piece of land before making a longer trip. Try also to ride as slowly as possible and
in a standing position to get a better feeling for the motorcycle.
– Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
– Run the engine in. ( p. 43)
7.2 Running in the engine
– During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed.
Guideline
Maximum engine speed
During the first: 1,000 km (620 mi) 6,000 rpm
After the first: 1,000 km (620 mi) 7,800 rpm

KTM 690 SMC R Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Bore x Stroke	105 mm x 80 mm
Compression Ratio	12.7:1
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated
Front Wheel	3.50 x 17"
Rear Wheel	5.00 x 17"
Front Tire	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire	160/60 ZR 17
Seat Height	890 mm
Power	55 kW (74 hp)
Torque	73.5 Nm
Front Suspension	WP APEX 48
Rear Suspension	WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage
Front Brake	Single 320 mm disc, 4-piston caliper
Rear Brake	Single 240 mm disc, 1-piston caliper
ABS	Bosch 9.1 MP (lean angle sensitive)
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 liters
Dry Weight	147 kg