KTM 690 SMC User Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 74
600636-10
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the fork legs to and fro in the
direction of travel.
No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
» If there is noticeable play present:
–
Adjust play of the steering head bearing.x ( S. 74)
– Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. No resting
locations should be noticeable.
» If click positions are noticeable:
–
Adjust play of the steering head bearing.x ( S. 74)
– Check the steering head bearing and change if necessary.
– Remove the motorcycle from the work stand.
9.17Adjusting play of steering head bearingx
– Jack up the motorcycle.
The front wheel is not in contact with the ground and there is no weight on the fork
legs.
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– Loosen screw. Remove screw.
– Loosen and retighten screw.
Guideline
Screw, top steering head M20x1.5 10Nm (7.4lbfft)
– Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp to avoid strains.
– Fully tighten screw.
Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp M8 17Nm (12.5lbfft)

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