KTM 690 SMC R (LC4 Supermoto) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
692.7cc Liquid-Cooled Single SOHC 4-Valve LC4 Supermoto (Dual Balancers · Dual Oil Filters · Twin Spark) · Source: KTM 690 SMC R (LC4) Official Owner’s Manual & Service Specifications
According to the KTM 690 SMC R (LC4) Official Owner’s Manual & Service Specifications, the 2019–Present KTM 690 SMC R (LC4 Supermoto) (chassis VBKLSV40/LSV) requires 1.55 L (1.64 US qt) of SAE 10W-60 (JASO MA2, API SN Fully Synthetic (Motorex Cross Power / Power Synt 4T 10W-60)) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) with filter service (75038046110 (HF155 + HF651 Dual Filters)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI front (120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (160/60 ZR17 M/C 69W), paired with 2× NGK LKAR8BI-9 + LMAR7AI-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 1.55 L (1.64 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~308 km (191 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-60 (Alt: SAE 10W-50 (동절기 저온 시동 허용)) · JASO MA2 · API SN Fully Synthetic (Motorex Cross Power / Power Synt 4T 10W-60) |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.55 L (1.64 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.7 L (1.80 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.95 L (2.06 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 75038046110 (HF155 + HF651 Dual Filters) |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft / 2.04 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W · Rear: 160/60 ZR17 M/C 69W (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI Rear: 240 kPa / 2.40 bar / 35 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LKAR8BI-9 + LMAR7AI-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah Sealed MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 520 X-Ring Sealed Chain (16T/42T, 118 links) — Maintain 30–35 mm slack |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 · Motorex Coolant M3.0 Silicate-Free Premix (~1.3 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 693 cc · 74 hp @ 8,000 rpm · 73.5 N·m (54.2 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 892 mm (35.1 in) · 161 kg (355 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 13.5 L (3.6 US gal) · ~22.8 km/L → ~308 km (191 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 10,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 10,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Relaunched in 2019+, the modern 690 SMC R received the smooth dual-counterbalancer 74 hp LC4 engine, Quickshifter+, Supermoto ABS/MTC, and a larger 13.5 L structural rear-subframe fuel tank.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Packing a 105 mm piston and 74 hp over just a 1.7 L oil volume, the LC4 engine relies on TWO different paper oil filters (short HF155 + long HF651 in OEM kit 75038046110), TWO mesh screens, and high-viscosity full-synthetic SAE 10W-60 JASO MA2 oil to protect big-end and rocker bearings!
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Watch the hydraulic clutch slave cylinder on left engine case: early seals were prone to weeping fluid—many owners fit a billet Oberon slave cylinder, and ALWAYS verify the reservoir cap marking (Magura mineral oil on earlier years vs Brembo DOT 4/5.1 on newer updates) before topping up!
- Its 17-inch wire-spoke supermoto wheels use an internal airtight rubber rim-sealing band to run tubeless tires—warn tire technicians never to gouge the center sealing strip with metal spoons!
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why does the KTM 690 SMC R require two different oil filters?
The LC4 dual-pump circuit routes oil through both a short primary cartridge (HF155) and a long secondary cartridge (HF651) plus two mesh screens; KTM OEM Service Kit 75038046110 bundles every filter, screen, and O-ring needed.
Where is the fuel tank on the KTM 690 SMC R?
A self-supporting 13.5 L polyamide rear fuel tank doubles as the tail subframe, freeing the traditional front tank area for a high-volume airbox and motocross-slim knee ergonomics.
Can I use 10W-40 oil in a KTM 690 SMC R?
Avoid 10W-40—the big-bore 105 mm LC4 single subjects its 1.7 L oil charge to extreme shear and heat, requiring full-synthetic SAE 10W-60 (or 10W-50 in cold climates) JASO MA2 oil.