KTM 690 Duke 2017 User Manual

14 WHEELS, TIRES 123
14.5 Checking the rear hub rubber dampers
Info
The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 6 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub become damaged.
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. ( p. 83)
– Remove the rear wheel. ( p. 119)
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Main work
–
Check bearing
1
.
» If the bearing is damaged or worn:
– Change the bearing of the rear sprocket carrier.
–
Check rubber dampers
2
of the rear hub for damage and wear.
» If the rubber dampers of the rear hub are damaged or worn:
– Change all rubber dampers in the rear hub.
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– Lay the rear wheel on a workbench with the rear sprocket facing upwards and insert the
wheel spindle in the hub.
–
To check play
A
, hold the rear wheel tight and try to turn the rear sprocket with your
hand.
Info
Measure the play on the outside of the rear sprocket.
Play in rubber dampers, rear wheel ≤ 5 mm (≤ 0.2 in)

KTM 690 Duke 2017 Specifications

General

Displacement	690 cc
Compression Ratio	12.7:1
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Transmission	6-speed
Starter	Electric starter
Lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Front Suspension	WP upside-down Ø 43 mm
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	835 mm
Ground Clearance	192 mm
Wheelbase	1, 466 mm
Fuel Capacity	14 liters
Dry Weight	148.5 kg
Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Torque	74 Nm @ 6, 500 rpm
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Front Brake	Brembo four-piston radial fixed caliper, 320 mm disc
Rear Brake	Single 240 mm disc, Brembo single-piston caliper
ABS	Bosch 9M+ two-channel ABS (disengageable)