KTM 690 ENDURO (2008) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: KTM
Model: 690 ENDURO
Category: Motorcycle
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2008 →
Engine
Displacement (cc): 654
Cylinders: 1
Power (hp): 63
Power (kW): 46
Torque (Nm): 73
Dimensions
Overall length: 2255 mm
Overall width: 805 mm
Overall height: 1295 mm
Wheelbase: 1505 mm
Ground clearance: 270 mm
Weight (kg): 152
Seat height (mm): 910
Tank (L): 12
Tires
Front tire: 90/90-21
Rear tire: 140/80-18
Front pressure (bar): 1.8
Rear pressure (bar): 1.8
Drivetrain
Drive chain: 5/8 X 1/4 X-ring
Sprockets (front / rear): 15 / 45
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK LKAR8AI-9
Plug gap: 0.9 mm
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE10W-60, JASO T903
Engine oil (with filter, L): 1.7
Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF652
Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA6501
Coolant (L): 1.2
Brake fluid: DOT 5.1
Fuel consumption
Estimated range: ~250 km on a full tank (12.0 L)
Service
Battery: YTX12-BS
Service interval (km): 6000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 12000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 6,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 12,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.07-0.13 mm, exhaust cold 0.07-0.13 mm. Engine oil: oil grade SAE10W-60, JASO T903, 1.7 L with filter change. Spark plug: NGK LKAR8AI-9 (gap 0.9 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 5.1. Coolant capacity: 1.2 L. Chain: 5/8 X 1/4 X-ring, sprockets 15/45 teeth. Tire pressure: front 1.8 bar, rear 1.8 bar (cold). Tire size: front 90/90-21, rear 140/80-18. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE 10W-50, 1.7 L (with filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 10W-60)
- Premium Motul 7100
- Premium Motul 5100
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HF652
- OEM OEM oil filter
- Premium Hiflofiltro HF652
- Premium K&N KN-652
- Standard Champion COF
- Standard Vesrah SF
Air filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA6501
- OEM OEM air filter
- Premium K&N Replacement Air Filter
- Premium DNA High Performance
- Standard Hiflofiltro HFA6501
- Standard Champion CAF
Spark plug
Spec: NGK LMAR8AI-9, gap 0.7-0.8 mm
- OEM NGK LMAR8AI-9
- Premium NGK LMAR8AI-9
- Premium Denso Iridium Power
- Standard NGK LMAR8AI-9
- Standard Denso Standard
Front brake pads
Spec: OEM front pad (EBC equivalent: FA181HH)
- OEM OEM front brake pads
- Premium Brembo Z04 / SC
- Premium EBC FA181HH
- Standard EBC FA181 (organic)
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas Sintered
Rear brake pads
Spec: OEM rear pad (EBC equivalent: FA213HH)
- OEM OEM rear brake pads
- Premium Brembo SP
- Premium EBC FA213HH
- Standard EBC FA213 (organic)
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas
Drive chain
Spec: 5/8 X 1/4 X-ring | Sprockets 15/45 teeth / 5/8 X 1/4 X-ring
- OEM OEM chain (pitch 525)
- Premium DID VX3 X-Ring
- Premium DID ZVM-X Pro
- Standard JT Sprockets HDR
- Standard AFAM A5
Front tire
Spec: 90/90-21, 1.8 bar
- OEM OEM 90/90-21
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Rear tire
Spec: 140/80-18, 1.8 bar
- OEM OEM 140/80-18
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Battery
Spec: OEM battery: Yuasa YTX12-BS
- OEM OEM battery: Yuasa YTZ7S
- Premium Yuasa YTX12-BS or YTZ10S (typical 500-750cc)
- Premium Motobatt Quadflex
- Standard Exide AGM
- Standard Varta Powersports
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 5.1
- OEM OEM recommended brake fluid (DOT 5.1)
- Premium Motul RBF 600 / 660
- Premium Castrol React SRF
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
- Standard Elf BRAKE FLUID DOT 4
Coolant
Spec: 1.20 L coolant capacity
- OEM OEM recommended coolant
- Premium Motul Motocool Factory Line
- Premium Engine Ice
- Standard TotalEnergies Coolelf
- Standard Elf Coolelf Auto Supra
Service interval
Spec: 6 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 12 000 km
- OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.07-0.13 mm
- OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.07-0.13 mm
Suspension
Spec: 48 mm USD fork / SAE 5
- OEM Fork: 48 mm USD fork
- OEM Fork oil grade: SAE 5
