User manual KTM 690 DUKE

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL 2009 690 DUKE EU 690 DUKE AUS/UK 690 DUKE JP ART. 3211370en DEAR KTM CUSTOMER DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 1 Congratulations on your decision to buy a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sports motorcycle that will give you enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly. We wish you great pleasure riding the vehicle! Enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below. [. . . ] Guideline Weight of chain wear measurement 15 kg (33 lb. ) ­ Measure distance of 18 chain segments of the lower chain section. Info Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at different chain positions. Maximum distance at the longest section of the chain » ­ Have the chain changed. 272 mm (10. 71 in) If distance is greater than the specified measurement: Info When the chain is replaced, the rear sprocket and engine sprocket should be replaced at the same time. A new chain will wear faster on an old, worn rear sprocket or engine sprocket. For safety reasons, the chain has no chain joint. Always have the chain changed in an authorized KTM workshop, where they have the necessary special tools. 700152-01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking brake discs 9. 19 70 Warning Danger of accidentsReduced braking due to worn brake discs. ­ Worn brake discs should be replaced immediately in an authorized KTM workshop. ­ Check the thickness of the front and rear brake discs in several places to ensure that it conforms to measurement . Info Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc in the area of the brake disc. Brake discs - wear limit Front 100135-10 3. 6 mm (0. 142 in) 4. 5 mm (0. 177 in) Rear » ­ ­ » Replace the brake disc. If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value: Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracks, and deformation. If damage, cracks, or deformation are visible on the brake disc: ­ Replace the brake disc. MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting basic position of handbrake lever 9. 20 71 ­ Adjust the basic setting of the handbrake lever to your hand size by turning adjusting wheel . Info Pull the brake lever forwards and turn the adjusting wheel. Do not make any adjustments while riding! 100117-10 Checking the front brake fluid level 9. 21 Warning Danger of accidentsBrake system failure. ­ If the brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark, this indicates a leakage in the brake system or worn-out brake linings. Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM workshop, and do not ride any further. Warning Danger of accidentsReduced braking due to old brake fluid. ­ Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE ­ ­ Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position. Check the brake fluid level in the viewer . » If the brake fluid level is below the MIN mark: ­ Add front brake fluid. 72 x( p. 72) 100134-11 Adding front brake fluid 9. 22 x Warning Danger of accidentsBrake system failure. ­ If the brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark, this indicates a leakage in the brake system or worn-out brake linings. Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM workshop, and do not ride any further. Warning Skin irritationsBrake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact. ­ ­ Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children. If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately. Warning Danger of accidentsReduced braking due to old brake fluid. ­ Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Warning Environmental hazardProblem materials cause environmental damage. [. . . ] Supplier Motorex® ­ Chain Lube 622 Strong Universal oil spray Specification ­ KTM recommends Motorex® products. Supplier Motorex® ­ Joker 440 Universal STANDARDS JASO T903 MA 168 Different technical development directions required a new specification for 4-stroke motorcycles ­ the JASO T903 MA Standard. Earlier, engine oils from the automobile industry were used for 4-stroke motorcycles because there was no separate motorcycle specification. Whereas long service intervals are demanded for automobile engines, high performance at high engine speeds are in the foreground for motorcycle engines. [. . . ]