KTM 690 SM/SMC manual

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    Ktm instructions.doc 5972 Ktm 2007 690 SM/SMC and 2008 690 Du ke installation guidelines : 1. Each bike varies wit h regard t o welds and g ussets. Revie w the photos first to get the idea o f what needs t o be done. 2. These phot os may not be your exact model but depict the conce pt of wha t must be d one. 3. Block the f ront ti re securely befor[...]

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    Ktm instructions.doc 5972 File the welds so the groove shows all the way Block the front wheel & f orks Using a sharp file, start at the high spo ts and trial fit the bracket until it fits. Red arrow shows clamping surface. Blue arrows shows where to file. Remove weld slag Machined groove stock WRONG…. NOT FLUSH Tank and frame will be close c[...]