KTM Chassis 690 SMC, Owner'S Manual

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GENERAL TIPS AND HINTS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION
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When using your vehicle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.
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Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop.
You receive a delivery certificate and the service record at vehicle handover.
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Before your first trip, read the entire operating instructions carefully.
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Get to know the controls.
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Adjust the basic position of clutch lever. ( p. 133)
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Adjust the basic position of handbrake lever. ( p. 80)
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Adjust the basic position of the footbrake lever.
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( p. 89)
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Get used to handling the vehicle on a car park before making a longer trip. Try also to ride as slowly as possible and in a standing posi-
tion to get a better feeling for the vehicle.
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Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
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Run the engine in.
6.2
Running in the engine
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During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed and engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine speed
During the first: 1,000 km (621.4 mi) 6,000 rpm
After the first: 1,000 km (621.4 mi) 7,800 rpm
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!