Running in time?

[corbs]

How long do you run the 690 in for..? And wot sort of max revs?

[Clay]

According to the Duke Manual:

Running in the engine:
During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed and engine performance.
During the first: 1000 km (621.4 mi): 6000 rpm
After the first: 1000 km (621.4 mi): 7800 rpm
Avoid fully opening the throttle!

[corbs]

Originally Posted by Clay

According to the Duke Manual:

Running in the engine:
During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed and engine performance.
During the first: 1000 km (621.4 mi): 6000 rpm
After the first: 1000 km (621.4 mi): 7800 rpm
Avoid fully opening the throttle!

Thanks i dont pick the bike or manual up for another week!..Just thought there might be first hand expirience here!!?

[Clay]

I was riding today and thought I'd offer up an observation. Running at 4K rpm in 6th gear, I was traveling at 63 mph. At 5K rpm, I was doing 75 mph. It really isn't difficult to keep it under 6K rpm...

Running In is a hot topic among motorcyclists. Many follow the rules to the letter, and many take a totally different approach to the break-in procedure. Some "ride it like they stole it". Here is a link for your consideration:

http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm

FYI, the manual is available for download from KTM.com. Search downloads at the site. Let me know by private message if you have any problems finding it.

Mike

[Clay]

Oh, and I can offer some advice on online suppliers as well for finding filters, oil, accessories, etc. if you need.

[Clay]

What year model are you getting? I assume new?

[Clay]

I was unable to find the manual for download at the KTM web site. Here is a link for a site that has the 2009 manual available. It's basically identical to '08 and '10.

[corbs]

iam in the uk.and yes the bikes new..10 model..Just been sat in a dealers for over a year..! Thanks for your help..! Iam getting some bits for it and a new graphic set as mine are dull..!

[Clay]

Great! Enjoy and be careful out there! The bike is tremendous fun, and it's easy to get so involved in what you are doing that you don't see what's going on around you. Report back!

[corbs]

Originally Posted by Clay

Great! Enjoy and be careful out there! The bike is tremendous fun, and it's easy to get so involved in what you are doing that you don't see what's going on around you. Report back!

Thanks..Sold my husky450smr for this as my partner wants a pillion..!!
Been riding for 25 years so allways fully concentrate..!!