The KTM 690 SMC R motorcycle raises the bar in the supermotos stakes, thanks in part to a legendary 690 LC4 motor, a lightweight chassis and a sohisticated electronics package. Whether you express your tarmac-sliding talent on hill roads or the tops of your preferred track, you’ll be drifting into the future with a maxed-out grin and your
ENGINE 16.3.23 Removing clutch cage – Clamp the antihopping clutch with special tool Assembly screws (75029033000) ( p. 214) Info Apply the special tool with the hand only, do not use another tool. 300051-10 – Loosen the screws diagonally and remove them with their spring retainers and clutch springs.yes. 15. prometheus5500 '09 CBR 600 RR '14 KTM 690 Enduro ABS • 6 yr. ago. I mean, it's basically the same bike, but KTM is discontinuing the 690 and re-branding as the 701. If you've got the money for the newer machine, there isn't really a reason to go 690, as far as I know. 15. Supermoto112 • 6 yr. ago. I would go Husky. 4 days ago · The KTM 690 SMC R raises the bar in the supermotos stakes, thanks in part to a lightweight chassis, a legendary 690 LC4 motor and a sophisticated electronics package. Whether you express your tarmac-sliding talent on mountain roads or on the apexes of your favourite track, you'll be drifting into the future with a maxed-out grin and your veins
Rocker bearings and rocker arms are prone to failure on the 690. Mine blew after only 6000 km. And repaired on warranty. They also like to consume oil, so check frequently and top off. If the engine hasn't imploded by 40000 km i would say it's solid. FWI the 2011 690 is fitted with a 654cc engine.
Touring on a 690 SMC? : r/KTM. I’ve realized that my bike is the wrong choice for my annual tour and looking for something more capable. I ride a Duc Monster 1100, which is amazing for 70% of the ride, but sucks when the road gets rough or we hit gravel. This year, I ended up on a WR250R with motard wheels, and it was perfect on that 30% of
The KTM 690 SMC R raises the bar in the supermotos stakes, thanks in part to a lightweight chassis, a legendary 690 LC4 motor and a sophisticated electronics package.
one more point to the 690/701 corner! i feel with those necessary mods to uncork the 690/701, it should be a fun time! im only used to street bikes, so it still feels light compared to other bikes, but not sure how the difference in weight will play out compared to a 450/500 sumo build. hoping the 690/701 makes up for it in highway ability. just cruising at 80mph without straining the motor