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KTM (690 Enduro EU, 690 Enduro AUS/UK, 690 Enduro USA). Manual - part 1

MEANS OF REPRESENTATION

Symbols used

The symbols used are explained in the following.

Indicates an expected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).

Indicates an unexpected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).

Identifies a page reference (more information is provided on the specified page).

Indicates information with more details or tips.

Indicates the result of a testing step.

Identifies a voltage measurement.

Identifies a current measurement.

Identifies a resistance measurement.

Formats used

The typographical and other formats used are explained in the following.

Name

Indicates a proprietary name.

Protected name

Identifies a protected name.

Trademark™

Identifies a brand in merchandise traffic.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Warranty

The work prescribed in the service plan must only be carried out in an authorized KTM workshop and confirmed in the service record;
otherwise all warranty claims will be disregarded. No warranty claim can be met for damage resulting from manipulation and/or other
changes to the vehicle.

Fuel, oils, etc.

You should use the fuels, oils and greases according to specifications as listed in the repair manual.

Spare parts, accessories

Only use spare parts and accessories approved and/or recommended by KTM. KTM accepts no liability for other products and any
resulting damage.

You will find the current

KTM PowerParts for your vehicle on the KTM website.

International KTM Website: http://www.ktm.com

Work rules

Special tools are necessary for certain tasks. The tools are not contained in the vehicle but can be ordered under the number in paren-
theses. Example: valve spring mounter (59029019000)
During assembly, non-reusable parts (e.g. self-locking screws and nuts, seals and seal rings, O-rings, pins, lock washers) must be
replaced by new parts.
If a thread lock (e.g.

Loctite

) is used for screw connections, be sure to comply with the manufacturer's specific instructions on its

usage.
Parts that you want to reuse following repairs and servicing should be cleaned and checked for damage and wear. Change damaged or
worn parts.
Following repairs or servicing, the vehicle must be checked for roadworthiness.

Notes/warnings

Pay close attention to the notes/warnings.

Info

Various information and warning labels are affixed to the vehicle. Do not remove information/warning labels. If they are miss-
ing, you or others may not recognize potential hazards and may therefore be injured.

Grades of risks

Danger

Identifies a danger that will immediately and invariably lead to fatal or serious permanent injury if the appropriate measures
are not taken.

Warning

Identifies a danger that is likely to lead to fatal or serious injury if the appropriate measures are not taken.

Caution

Identifies a danger that may lead to minor injuries if the appropriate measures are not taken.

Note

Identifies a danger that will lead to considerable machine and material damage if the appropriate measures are not taken.

Warning

Identifies a danger that will lead to environmental damage if the appropriate measures are not taken.

Repair manual

– Read this repair manual carefully and thoroughly before beginning work. It contains useful information and tips that will help you

repair and service your motorcycle.

– This manual assumes that the necessary special KTM tools and workplace and workshop equipment are available.

LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS

3.1

Chassis number/type label (690 Enduro EU, 690 Enduro AUS/UK)

500006-01

The chassis number



is stamped on the right of the steering head.

The type label



is on the right of the frame behind the steering head.

3.2

Chassis number/type label (690 Enduro USA)

500006-01

The chassis number



is stamped on the right of the steering head.

The USA type label



is on the right of the frame behind the steering head.

700218-01

The Canada type label



is on the right of the frame behind the steering head.

3.3

Key number

100179-10

The key number



can be found on the

KEYCODECARD.

Info

You need the key number to order a spare key. Keep the

KEYCODECARD in a safe

place.

3.4

Engine number

100211-10

The engine number



is stamped on the left side of the engine under the engine

sprocket.

LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS

3.5

Fork part number

800072-10

The fork part number



is stamped on the inner side of the fork stub.

3.6

Shock absorber part number

100216-10

The shock absorber part number



is on the right of the shock absorber.

MOTORCYCLE

4.1

Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand

Note

Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.

100241-01

– Raise the motorcycle using the underride guard under the motorcycle.

The wheels must no longer touch the ground.

– Secure the motorcycle against falling over.

4.2

Removing the motorcycle from the lift stand

Note

Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.

– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand and rest it on its side stand.
– Remove the lift stand.

4.3

Raising the motorcycle with the work stand

Note

Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.

300579-10

– Mount the special tool on the footrest.

Work stand adapter (75029036000) (

p. 216)

300201-10

– Position the motorcycle upright, align the special tool and raise the motorcycle.

Work stand (62529055000) (

p. 215)

MOTORCYCLE

4.4

Removing the motorcycle from the work stand

Note

Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.

300201-10

– Secure the motorcycle against falling over.
– Remove the work stand and lean the vehicle on the side stand.

300579-10

– Remove the special tool.

4.5

Starting

Danger

Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
– When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed

space without an effective exhaust extraction system.

Caution

Danger of accidents If the vehicle is operated with a discharged battery or without a battery, electronic components and safety
equipment may be damaged.
– Never operate the vehicle with a discharged battery or without a battery.

Note

Engine failure High engine speeds in cold engines have a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
– Always warm up the engine at low engine speeds.

B00103-10

– Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position .
– Switch on the ignition by turning the ignition key in the position

(690 Enduro EU, 690 Enduro AUS/UK)

(690 Enduro USA).

After you switch on the ignition, you can hear the fuel pump working for about
2 seconds. At the same time, the function test of the combination instrument
is run.

– Shift gear to neutral.

The green idling speed indicator lamp

N lights up.

– Press the electric starter button .

MOTORCYCLE

Info

Do not press the electric starter button until the function test of the combi-
nation instrument is finished.
When starting,

DO NOT open the throttle. If you open the throttle during the

starting procedure, fuel is not injected by the engine management system
and the engine cannot start.
Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds. Wait for at least 5 seconds
before trying again.
This motorcycle is equipped with a safety start system. You can only start
the engine if the gearbox is in neutral or if the clutch is pulled when a
gear is engaged. If the side stand is folded out and you shift into gear and
release the clutch, the engine stops.

– Take the weight off the side stand and swing it back up with your foot as far as it

will go.

4.6

Starting the motorcycle to make checks

Danger

space without an effective exhaust extraction system.

Info

Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds. Wait for a least 5 seconds before trying again.

B00103-10

– Turn the emergency OFF switch to the position .
– Shift gear to neutral.
– Switch on the ignition.
– Press the electric starter button .

Info

Do not open the throttle.

01/FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP

5.1

Adjusting compression damping of fork

Info

The hydraulic compression damping determines the fork suspension behavior.

800074-10

– Remove protection covers



– Turn adjusting screws



clockwise until they stop.

Info

The adjusting screws are located at the bottom end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.

– Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type.

Guideline

Compression damping

Comfort

20 clicks

Standard

15 clicks

Sport

10 clicks

Full payload

10 clicks

Info

Turn clockwise to increase damping, turn counterclockwise to reduce sus-
pension damping.

– Mount protection covers



5.2

Adjusting rebound damping of fork

Info

The hydraulic rebound damping determines the fork suspension behavior.

100244-10

– Turn adjusting screws



clockwise until they stop.

Info

The adjusting screws are located at the top end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.

– Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type.

Guideline

Rebound damping

Comfort

20 clicks

Standard

15 clicks

Sport

10 clicks

Full payload

10 clicks

Info

Turn clockwise to increase damping, turn counterclockwise to reduce sus-
pension damping.

5.3

Bleeding the fork legs

– Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.

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