KTM 690 SMC User Manual

RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 51
7.3Starting up
– Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the throttle carefully.
7.4Shifting, riding
Warning
Danger of accidents An abrupt load alterations can cause the vehicle to get out of control.
– Avoid abrupt load alterations and sudden braking actions, and adapt your speed to the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel can lock up.
– Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed. The engine races and the rear wheel can block.
Warning
Danger of accidents Malfunctions caused by incorrect ignition key position.
– Do not change the ignition key position during a journey.
Warning
Danger of accidents Distraction from traffic activity by adjustments to the vehicle.
– Make all adjustments when the vehicle is at a standstill.
Warning
Risk of injury The passenger must be capable of sitting correctly on the passenger seat.
– The passenger must hold on to the rider or the handrails and place his feet on the passenger footrests. Note the regulations
governing the minimum age of passengers in your country.
Warning
Danger of accidents Danger of accidents caused by dangerous driving.
– Observe the traffic regulations and ride defensively and with foresight in order to recognize danger as early as possible.

KTM 690 SMC Specifications

General

Bore x Stroke	105 mm x 80 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Clutch	APTC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated
Tires Front	120/70 ZR 17
Tires Rear	160/60 ZR 17
Steering Head Angle	63.5°
Seat Height	890 mm
Engine Type	1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Front Brake	Brembo four piston radial caliper, 320 mm disc
Rear Brake	Brembo single piston caliper, 240 mm disc
Wheels Front	3.50 x 17"
Wheels Rear	5.00 x 17"
Fuel Capacity	13.5 l
Power	55 kW (74 hp)
Wheelbase	1, 480 mm ± 15 mm