KTM 690 SMC R User Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 51
Note
Engine failure Overheating of engine.
– If the coolant temperature warning lamp lights up, stop and switch off the engine. Allow the engine to cool down and check the
coolant level in the radiator, and top up if necessary. If you continue with the coolant temperature warning lamp alight, you may have
engine failure.
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If unusual noises arise during operation, stop immediately, switch off the engine, park the vehicle properly, and contact an autho-
rized KTM workshop.
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– Shift into a higher gear when conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.).
– Release the throttle while simultaneously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next
gear, release the clutch lever, and open the throttle.
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You can see the positions of the 6 forward gears in the figure. The neutral or idle
position is between the first and second gears. First gear is used for starting off
or for steep inclines.
The operating temperature is reached when 5 bars of the temperature indicator
light up.
– After reaching maximum speed by fully opening the throttle grip, turn the throttle back
so it is ¾ open. This will barely reduce the speed but fuel consumption will be consid-
erably lower.
– Accelerate only up to a speed suitable for the road surface and weather conditions. Par-
ticularly in bends, do not shift, and accelerate very carefully.
– Brake if necessary and close the throttle at the same time in order to shift down.
– Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly, and
open the throttle or shift again.

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