KTM 690 Duke / R 2012 Maintenance Schedule
The 2012 KTM 690 Duke / R maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, oil, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance, spark plugs, valve clearance, coolant and air filter. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
690ccEngine size
39Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
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Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check the functioning of the electrical equipment. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check electrical equipment function. |
| Read out the fault memory using the KTM diagnostics tool. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Read fault memory with KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Check the measured service values with the KTM diagnostics tool. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Check measured service values with KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Change the engine oil and filter, clean the oil screens. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Change engine oil and filter, clean oil screens. |
| Check the front brake linings. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front brake pad/lining wear. |
| Check the rear brake linings. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check rear brake pad/lining wear. |
| Check the brake discs. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake discs for wear/damage. |
| Check the brake lines for damage and leakage. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake lines for damage/leakage. |
| Check the rear brake fluid level. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check rear brake fluid level. |
| Check the free travel of the foot brake lever. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check foot brake lever free travel. |
| Check the shock absorber and fork for leaks. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check shock absorber and fork for oil leaks. |
| Check the swingarm bearing. | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check swingarm bearing for play. |
| Check the wheel bearing for play. | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check front/rear wheel bearings for play. |
| Check the tire condition. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire tread condition. |
| Check the tire pressure. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire pressures. |
| Check the chain, rear sprocket and engine sprocket. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Check chain, rear sprocket, and engine sprocket wear. |
| Check the chain tension. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check drive chain tension. |
| Grease all moving parts (side stand, hand lever, chain, etc.) and check for smooth operation. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Grease moving parts, check smooth operation. |
| Clean the dust boots of the fork legs. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Clean fork leg dust boots. |
| Check the brake fluid level of the front brake. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front brake fluid level. |
| Check the steering head bearing play. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check steering head bearing play. |
| Change the spark plugs. | Every 20,000 km · Replace every 20,000 km | Easy | Replace spark plug. |
| Check the valve clearance. | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Inspect valve clearance. |
| Check all hoses (fuel, cooling, bleeder, drainage, etc.) and sleeves for cracking, leaks, and incorrect routing. | Every 20,000 km | Easy | Check hoses/sleeves for cracking/leaks/routing. |
| Check the antifreeze and coolant level. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check antifreeze concentration and coolant level. |
| Check the cables for damage and routing without sharp bends. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Check cables for damage/routing. |
| Change the air filter. Clean the air filter box. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element, clean air filter box. |
| Check the fuel pressure. | Every 10,000 km | Moderate | Check fuel system pressure. |
| Check the CO adjustment with the KTM diagnostics tool. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Check CO adjustment via KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Check/rectify the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Check/correct hydraulic clutch fluid level. |
| Check the screws and nuts for tightness. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check accessible screws/nuts for tightness. |
| Change the front brake fluid. | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace front brake fluid. |
| Change the rear brake fluid. | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace rear brake fluid. |
| Check the clutch. | See notes | Easy | Check clutch operation/adjustment. |
| Check the headlight setting. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check headlight aim. |
| Check that the radiator fan is functioning properly. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check radiator fan operation. |
| Final check: Check the vehicle for roadworthiness and take a test ride. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Roadworthiness check and test ride. |
| Read out the fault memory using the KTM diagnostics tool after a test ride. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Read fault memory after test ride. |
| Make the service entry in KTM DEALER.NET and in the service record. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Log the completed service. |
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