KTM 690 SMC US 2010 Owner's manual

OWNER'S MANUAL 2010

690 SMC USA

Art. no. 3211518en

DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 1

DEAR KTM CUSTOMER

Congratulations on your decision to buy a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sports motorcycle that will give you

enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly.

We wish you a lot of enjoyment in riding this vehicle!

Enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below.

Chassis number ( p. 24) Dealer's stamp

Engine number ( p. 25)

Key number ( p. 25)

The owner's manual corresponded to the latest state of this series at the time of printing. Slight deviations resulting from continuing devel-

opment and design of our vehicles cannot, however, be completely excluded.

All specifications are non-binding. KTM Sportmotorcycle AG specifically reserves the right to modify or delete technical specifications,

prices, colors, forms, materials, services, designs, equipment, etc., without prior notice and without specifying reasons, to adapt these

to local conditions, as well as to stop production of a particular model without prior notice. KTM accepts no liability for delivery options,

deviations from illustrations and descriptions, as well as misprints and other errors. The models portrayed partly contain special equipment

that does not belong to the regular scope of delivery.

DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 2

Reproduction, even in part, as well as copying of all kinds, is permitted only with the express written permission of the copyright owner.

ISO 9001(12 100 6061)

According to the international quality management standard ISO 9001, KTM uses quality assurance processes that lead to

the maximum possible quality of the products.

Issued by: TÜV Management Service

KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG

5230 Mattighofen, Austria

TABLE OF CONTENTS 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MEANS OF REPRESENTATION ............................................... 7

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ................................................... 8

Overview of warning labels................................................. 12

VIEW OF VEHICLE................................................................ 20

View of vehicle, front left side............................................ 20

View of vehicle, rear right side ........................................... 22

LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS ......................................... 24

Chassis number................................................................ 24

Type label........................................................................ 24

Key number ..................................................................... 25

Engine number................................................................. 25

Fork part number.............................................................. 26

Shock absorber part number.............................................. 26

CONTROLS.......................................................................... 27

Clutch lever ..................................................................... 27

Hand brake lever .............................................................. 27

Light switch ..................................................................... 28

Turn signal switch ............................................................ 28

Horn button ..................................................................... 29

Emergency OFF switch...................................................... 29

Electric starter button ....................................................... 30

Ignition/steering lock ........................................................ 30

Combination instrument.................................................... 31

Combination instrument - function buttons ......................... 31

Combination instrument - tachometer................................. 32

Combination instrument - indicator lamps........................... 32

Combination instrument - display....................................... 33

Combination instrument - speedometer............................... 34

Setting kilometers or miles ................................................ 34

Combination instrument - time .......................................... 35

Setting the clock .............................................................. 35

Combination instrument - display ODO ............................... 36

Combination instrument - setting/resetting TRIP 1............... 36

Combination instrument - setting/resetting TRIP 2............... 37

Combination instrument - TRIP F display............................ 38

Combination instrument - coolant temperature indicator ...... 38

Opening filler cap............................................................. 39

Closing filler cap .............................................................. 39

Handrails......................................................................... 40

Seat release ..................................................................... 40

Passenger footrests........................................................... 41

Shift lever........................................................................ 41

Foot brake lever................................................................ 42

Side stand ....................................................................... 43

GENERAL TIPS AND HINTS ON PUTTING INTO

OPERATION......................................................................... 44

Advice on first use............................................................ 44

Running in the engine....................................................... 45

Loading the vehicle .......................................................... 46

RIDING INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................... 48

Checks before putting into operation .................................. 48

Starting ........................................................................... 49

Starting up ...................................................................... 50

Shifting, riding................................................................. 50

Braking ........................................................................... 54

Stopping, parking ............................................................. 55

Refueling......................................................................... 56

TABLE OF CONTENTS 4

SERVICE PLAN .................................................................... 59

Service schedule .............................................................. 59

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE................. 62

Jacking up front of motorcycle ........................................... 62

Taking the front from the work stand .................................. 62

Jacking up rear of motorcycle ............................................ 63

Taking the rear from the work stand ................................... 63

Fork/shock absorber.......................................................... 64

Adjusting the compression damping of the fork ................... 64

Adjusting rebound damping of fork..................................... 65

Compression damping of the shock absorber ....................... 66

Adjusting the low-speed compression damping of the shock

absorber .......................................................................... 66

Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the

shock absorber ................................................................. 67

Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber.......... 68

Measuring the unloaded rear wheel sag............................... 69

Checking the static sag of the shock absorber ..................... 70

Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber ..................... 71

Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber x ......... 71

Bleeding the fork legs ....................................................... 72

Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs .............................. 73

Removing the fork protector............................................... 74

Installing the fork protector ............................................... 75

Checking the steering head bearing play ............................. 75

Adjusting play of steering head bearing x.......................... 76

Handlebar position ........................................................... 77

Adjusting handlebar position x ........................................ 78

Checking the chain for dirt ................................................ 79

Cleaning the chain............................................................ 79

Checking the chain tension ............................................... 80

Adjusting the chain tension ............................................... 81

Checking the chain, rear sprocket and engine sprocket......... 83

Adjusting chain guide x .................................................. 86

Checking the brake discs................................................... 86

Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever............. 87

Checking the front brake fluid level .................................... 88

Adding front brake fluid x............................................... 88

Checking the front brake linings......................................... 90

Changing the front brake linings x ................................... 91

Removing front brake linings x ........................................ 93

Installing the front brake linings x ................................... 94

Checking the free travel of foot brake lever.......................... 96

Adjusting the basic position of the foot brake lever x......... 97

Checking rear brake fluid level........................................... 98

Adding rear brake fluid x ................................................ 98

Checking the rear brake linings........................................ 100

Changing rear brake linings x ........................................ 101

Removing front wheel x ................................................ 104

Installing the front wheel x............................................ 105

Removing rear wheel x.................................................. 107

Installing the rear wheel x............................................. 108

Checking the rear hub rubber dampers x ........................ 110

Checking the tire condition.............................................. 111

Checking the spoke tension ............................................. 112

Tubeless tire system ....................................................... 114

Checking the tire air pressure .......................................... 114

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Removing the seat.......................................................... 115

Mounting the seat .......................................................... 116

Removing the battery x................................................. 116

Installing the battery x.................................................. 117

Recharging the battery x............................................... 118

Changing the main fuse .................................................. 120

Changing the fuses of individual power consumers............. 122

Adjusting the engine characteristic................................... 124

Removing the headlight mask with the headlight ............... 125

Installing the headlight mask with the headlight................ 127

Changing the headlight bulb............................................ 128

Changing the parking light bulb ....................................... 129

Changing the rear lamp ................................................... 130

Changing the flasher bulb ............................................... 131

Checking the headlight setting......................................... 132

Adjusting the headlight range .......................................... 133

Removing the air filter x ............................................... 133

Installing the air filter x................................................ 135

Cooling system ............................................................... 136

Checking the antifreeze and coolant level ......................... 136

Checking the coolant level............................................... 138

Draining the coolant x .................................................. 140

Filling the cooling system x........................................... 141

Adjusting basic position of clutch lever............................. 142

Checking/rectifying the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch ... 143

Checking the play in the throttle cable.............................. 144

Adjusting the play in the throttle cable x ........................ 145

Checking the engine oil level ........................................... 145

Changing the engine oil and filter, cleaning the oil

screens x..................................................................... 146

Draining the engine oil x............................................... 146

Removing the oil filter x................................................ 147

Installing the oil filter x ................................................ 149

Cleaning the oil screens x............................................. 149

Filling up with engine oil x............................................ 151

Adding engine oil ........................................................... 152

TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................... 154

BLINK CODE ..................................................................... 157

CLEANING......................................................................... 162

Cleaning the motorcycle.................................................. 162

PROTECTIVE TREATMENT FOR WINTER OPERATION........... 164

Protective treatment for winter operation .......................... 164

STORAGE .......................................................................... 165

Storage.......................................................................... 165

Putting into operation after storage .................................. 166

TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE............................................... 167

Capacity - engine oil ....................................................... 168

Capacity - coolant........................................................... 168

TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES........... 169

TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS ............................................. 172

Lighting equipment ........................................................ 173

Tires ............................................................................. 174

Capacity - fuel................................................................ 174

TECHNICAL DATA - FORK................................................... 175

TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER .............................. 176

TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES ......... 178

SUBSTANCES.................................................................... 181

TABLE OF CONTENTS 6

AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES................................................... 185

STANDARDS...................................................................... 188

INDEX ............................................................................... 189

MEANS OF REPRESENTATION 7

Symbols used

The meaning of specific symbols is described below.

Indicates an expected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).

Indicates an unexpected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).

All work marked with this symbol requires specialist knowledge and technical understanding. In the interest of your

own safety, have these jobs done in an authorized KTM workshop! There, your motorcycle will be serviced optimally

by specially trained experts using the specialist tools required.

Identifies a page reference (more information is provided on the specified page).

Formats used

The typographical and other formats used are explained below.

Specific name Identifies a proprietary name.

Name

®

Identifies a protected name.

Brand™ Identifies a trademark.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 8

Use definition

KTM sport motorcycles are designed and constructed to meet the normal demands of regular road operation but not for use on race

courses or offroad.

Info

The motorcycle is authorized for public road traffic in the homologous version only.

Maintenance

A prerequisite for perfect operation and prevention of wear is that the engine and chassis maintenance and adjustment work described in

the owner's manual are properly carried out. Poor adjustment and tuning of the engine and chassis can lead to damage and breakage of

components.

Using the motorcycle in extreme conditions such as very muddy or wet roads can lead to above-average wear of components such as the

transmission train or the brakes. For this reason, it may be necessary to service or replace worn parts before the limit specified in the ser-

vice schedule is reached.

Pay careful attention to the prescribed running-in period, inspection and maintenance intervals. If you observe these exactly, you will

ensure a much longer service life for your motorcycle.

Warranty

The work prescribed in the service plan must only be carried out in an authorized KTM workshop and confirmed in the service record; oth-

erwise all warranty claims will be disregarded. No warranty claim can be met for damage resulting from manipulation and/or other changes

to the vehicle.

Fuel, oils, etc.

You should use the fuels, oils and greases according to specifications as listed in the owner's manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 9

Spare parts, accessories

For your own safety, only use spare parts and accessory products that have been approved and/or recommended by KTM and have them

installed by an authorized KTM workshop. KTM accepts no liability for other products and any resulting damage.

Some spare parts and accessory products are specified in parentheses in the descriptions. Your KTM dealer will be glad to advise you.

You will find the current KTM PowerParts for your vehicle on the KTM website.

International KTM Website: http://www.ktm.com

Work rules

Special tools are necessary for certain tasks. The tools are not contained in the vehicle but can be ordered under the number in parenthe-

ses. Example: valve spring mounter (59029019000)

During assembly, non-reusable parts (e.g. self-locking screws and nuts, seals and seal rings, O-rings, pins, lock washers) must be replaced

by new parts.

If a thread lock (e.g. Loctite

®

) is used for screw connections, be sure to comply with the manufacturer's specific instructions on its usage.

Parts that you want to reuse following repairs and servicing should be cleaned and checked for damage and wear. Change damaged or

worn parts.

Following repairs or servicing, the vehicle must be checked for roadworthiness.

Transport

Note

Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.

– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.

Note

Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.

– Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from being

run. Always let the vehicle cool first.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 10

– Switch off the engine and remove the ignition key.

– Use straps or other suitable devices to secure the motorcycle against accidents or falling over.

Environment

Offroad motorcycling is a wonderful sport and we naturally hope that you will be able to enjoy it to the fullest. However, it is a potential

problem for the environment and can lead to conflicts with other persons. But if you use your motorcycle responsibly, you can ensure that

such problems and conflicts do not have to occur. To protect the future of motorcycle sport, make sure that you use your motorcycle

legally, display environmental consciousness, and respect the rights of others.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 11

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 12

2.1Overview of warning labels

100330-10

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 13

1 Type label, Canada

2 Type label, USA

3 Information, emission control

4 Information, noise emission

5 Information, suspension setting

6 Information, chain tension

7 Information, fuel evaporation system

8 Information, putting into operation

100341-01

Type label, Canada

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 14

100340-01

Type label, USA

100847-01

Information, emission control

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 15

100846-01

Information, noise emission

100344-01

Information, suspension setting

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 16

100338-01

Information, chain tension

100848-01

Information, fuel evaporation system

700210-01

Information, putting into operation

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 17

Notes/warnings

Pay close attention to the notes/warnings.

Info

Various information and warning labels are affixed to the vehicle. Do not remove information/warning labels. If they are missing,

you or others may not recognize potential hazards and may therefore be injured.

Grades of risks

Danger

Identifies a danger that will immediately and invariably lead to fatal or serious permanent injury if the appropriate measures are not

taken.

Warning

Identifies a danger that is likely to lead to fatal or serious injury if the appropriate measures are not taken.

Caution

Identifies a danger that may lead to minor injuries if the appropriate measures are not taken.

Note

Identifies a danger that will lead to considerable machine and material damage if the appropriate measures are not taken.

Warning

Identifies a danger that will lead to environmental damage if the appropriate measures are not taken.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 18

Owner's manual

– It is important that you read this owner's manual carefully and completely before making your first trip. It contains useful information

and tips to help you operate and handle your motorcycle. Only then will you find out how to customize the motorcycle ideally for your

own use and how you can protect yourself from injury. The owner's manual also contains important information on servicing the motor-

cycle.

– The owner's manual is an important component of the motorcycle and should be handed over to the new owner if the vehicle is sold.

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause an accident resulting in injury or death, you should immediately inform the

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying KTM North America, Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may

order a recall and remady campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or KTM

North America, Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 or visit the website www.nhtsa.dot.gov, or

write to: NHTSA Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building, Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other informa-

tion about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Noise emission warranty

KTM Sportmotorcycle AG warrants that this exhaust system, at the time of sale, meets all applicable U.S. EPA Federal noise standards.

This warranty extends to the first person who buys this exhaust system for purposes other than resale, and to all subsequent buyers.

Warranty claims should be directed to:

KTM North America, Inc., Customer Support, 1119 Milan Ave., Amherst, OH 44001, USA

Phone: (440) 985–3553

www.ktmusa.com

KTM Canada, Inc., Customer Support, 1375-1 Marie-Victorin, Saint-Bruno, QC J3V 6B7

Phone: (450) 441–4451 x 4250

www.ktmcanada.com

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