KTM 690 SMC R User Manual

12 BRAKE SYSTEM 94
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
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Minimum thickness
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≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
– Change the brake linings of the front brake.
– Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is wear or tearing:
– Change the brake linings of the front brake.
12.7 Checking the free travel of foot brake lever
Warning
Danger of accidents Brake system failure.
– If there is no free travel on the foot brake lever, pressure builds up on the rear brake circuit. The rear brake can fail due to over-
heating. Adjust the free travel on foot brake lever according to specifications.
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– Move the foot brake lever back and forth between the end stop and the contact to the
foot brake cylinder piston and check free travel
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Guideline
Free travel at foot brake lever 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
Info
You will know that contact has been made with the foot brake cylinder piston
when there is increased resistance when you activate the foot brake lever.
» If the free travel does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. ( p. 95)

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