KTM 690 Duke / R 2017 Maintenance Schedule
The 2017 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.
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Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 that the electrical system is functioning properly. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check electrical system function. |
| Change the engine oil and oil filter and clean the oil screens. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Change engine oil and oil 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 wear. |
| Check the rear brake linings. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check rear brake pad 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 and 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 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 · Every 12 months | 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. |
| 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 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. |
| 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. |
| Change the hydraulic clutch fluid. | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace hydraulic clutch fluid. |
| Check the headlight setting. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | 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 road worthiness 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. |
| Check the CO adjustment using the KTM diagnostics tool. | Every 10,000 km | Easy | Check CO adjustment via KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Reset the service interval display. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Reset service interval indicator. |
| Make the service entry in the KTM Dealer.net and in the Service and Warranty Booklet. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Log the completed service. |
| Checking the swingarm bearing for play. | 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 bearing for play. |
| 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. |
| Empty the drainage hoses. | Every 10,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Drain frame/engine drainage hoses. |
| Check all hoses (fuel, coolant, bleeder, drainage, etc.) and sleeves for cracking, leaks, and incorrect routing. | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check all hoses/sleeves for cracking/leaks/routing. |
| Check/correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. | Every 10,000 km · Every 12 months | 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 coolant. | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Replace engine coolant. |
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