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OWNER'S MANUAL 2014
Freeride E-SX
Art. no. 3213219en

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 2014 Freeride E-SX Art. no. 3213219en...
  • Page 2 This Owner's Manual serves as a technical instruction manual for use of the KTM Freeride E, explains important safety matters, and provides an overview of the main functions. This Owner's Manual is only intended for personal use. This Owner's Manual is not intended for commercial use.

  • Page 3: Use Definition - Intended Use

    Wear protective clothing (helmet, boots, gloves, pants, and jacket with protectors) every time you ride the vehicle. Always wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal requirements. In the interest of your own safety, KTM recommends that you only operate the vehicle while wearing suitable protective clothing.

  • Page 4: Safe Operation

    Because the KTM Freeride E does not have an engine brake, the vehicle handles similar to a bicycle with a freewheel. When you close the throttle, the vehicle continues rolling without significant deceleration. The vehicle speed decreases on account of rolling resistance and air resistance.

  • Page 5: Important Notes

    To protect the KTM PowerPack, the motor control unit reduces the power at low temperatures. When the temperature of the KTM PowerPack drops to below 8 °C, the motor control unit reduces the power to 80%. Be- low 0 °C, 50% of power remains available. In both cases, the active drive mode indicator flashes slowly. The vehicle can continue to be operated.

  • Page 6: Main Switch

    CONTROLS 3.1 Main switch The main switch is located on the right side of the handlebar. Possible states The main switch is switched off. In this position, the vehicle is switched off. The main switch is switched on. In this position, the vehicle is in standby.

  • Page 7: Error Message

    CONTROLS 3.5 Multifunction display 3.5.1 Overview Map Select button 1  Drive mode indicator 2  Electric motor indicator lamp (MIL) 3  Charge state indicator 4  3.5.2 Error message For troubleshooting, see page 18, Section 8, Troubleshooting. If there is a fault in the system, the yellow electric motor indicator lamp (MIL) flashes.

  • Page 8: Drive Mode

    Adjust your riding style. Low temperature; the system delivers 80% of power under 8 °C and 50% of power under 0 °C. After the KTM PowerPack has warmed up sufficiently, either full power or 80% of power will be available after a restart, depending on the temperature.
  • Page 9 • The selected drive mode flashes slowly and the charge state indicator lights up red or flashes red: The charge state of the KTM PowerPack is below 20%. Vehicle power will be reduced. Park the vehicle and charge the KTM PowerPack, see Section 5.1.3.

  • Page 10: Starting Procedure

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 Starting procedure Preparations: Install the KTM PowerPack, see Section 5.1.3. Check the protection cap of the charging socket and the seal. Do not start up the vehicle if the protection cap of the charging socket is damaged or is not mounted.

  • Page 11: Applying The Brakes

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 4.3 Applying the brakes Warning Danger of accident Excessively forceful application of the brakes blocks the wheels. Adjust application of the brakes to the respective riding situation and riding surface conditions. Warning Danger of accident Reduced braking efficiency caused by spongy pressure point of front or rear brake.

  • Page 12: Transporting The Ktm Powerpack

    Take the following steps when transporting the KTM PowerPack: To ensure rapid access in the event of an emergency, always transport the KTM PowerPack close to the cargo door. Transport the KTM PowerPack separately from flammable liquids or ignition sources such as fuel, gas, or oil.

  • Page 13: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 5.1 KTM PowerPack charger 5.1.1 Overview of the KTM PowerPack charger Danger Danger of injury A faulty or damaged charger or device component, including cables and connections, poses an electric shock hazard. Do not use the charger if the charger is faulty or damaged.

  • Page 14: Removing The Ktm Powerpack

    Loosen screws Note Material damage Water and dirt damage or destroy components. Mount the cover cap after you have removed the KTM PowerPack. Place the KTM PowerPack on a clean and dry surface. Remove the KTM PowerPack. Mount the cover cap...

  • Page 15: Installing The Ktm Powerpack

    Material damage Water and dirt damage or destroy components. Before installing the KTM PowerPack, check the discharging plug on the motor and the discharging socket on the KTM PowerPack for cleanliness. Check the sealing lips on the discharging plug and discharging socket.
  • Page 16 5.1.4 Charging the KTM PowerPack Note Material damage Water and dirt damage or destroy components. Mount the protection cap of the charging socket while the KTM PowerPack is not connected to the charger. Note Material damage Overload damages the line supply system.
  • Page 17 Mount the protection cap of the charging socket. Fold down the seat and lock it. If LED 5 of the charge state indicator on the charger flashes, the KTM PowerPack is ready to use. However, full capacity is not yet available.

  • Page 18: Cleaning, Care

    The high pressure forces water into the electrical components, connectors, bearings, etc. As a result, components may be damaged or destroyed. Never clean the vehicle and the KTM PowerPack with a high-pressure cleaner or a powerful jet of water. Note Material damage Water and dirt damage or destroy components.
  • Page 19 The maximum period of inactivity of the KTM PowerPack is 1 year. If it remains inactive for a longer period, the maximum power of the KTM PowerPack is no longer guaranteed. If the vehicle will not be ridden for an extended period, additional steps are recommended: Ride the vehicle until the KTM PowerPack is below 50% capacity.

  • Page 20: Vehicle Troubleshooting

    The pause until the blink code repeats is 3 seconds. Important For all faults that do not appear in the table, switch the vehicle off and on again. If this does not eliminate the fault, con- tact an authorized KTM workshop. Fault Blink...
  • Page 21 Switch the main Contact an KTM PowerPack relay switch off and on authorized KTM workshop Fault in the insulation Dry and clean the Contact an monitor discharging con- authorized KTM nectors on the mo- workshop tor and KTM Pow- erPack...
  • Page 22 Remedy the fault as instructed in the table. Switch on the charger. Important For all faults that are not listed in the table, switch the charger off and on again. If this does not eliminate the fault, con- tact an authorized KTM workshop. Fault Blink Measure 1...
  • Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING 8.3 Troubleshooting of the KTM PowerPack when connected to the charger If LED flashes, there is a KTM PowerPack fault. All of the following blink codes are displayed on the charger and refer to the KTM PowerPack. The following example shows blink code 31: The pause between the signal of the 1st digit is 0.25 seconds.
  • Page 24 Switch off the main Contact an authorized cable or the vehicle charging cable for external dam- switch on the vehicle KTM workshop was activated age and reconnect and restart charging The KTM PowerPack is Contact an authorized KTM not enabled workshop...

  • Page 25: Service Schedule

    Final check: Check the vehicle for safe operation and take a test ride. ○ ● Read out the fault memory using the KTM diagnostics tool after a test ride. ○ ● Make the service entry in KTM DEALER.NET and in the service record.
  • Page 28 *3213219en* 3213219en 05/2014 KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG 5230 Mattighofen/Austria Photo: Mitterbauer/KTM www.ktm.com...

  • Page 29: Rescue Card

    *3213211en* RESCUE CARD KTM Freeride E-SX 2014 112 European emergency number Technical emergency number (service fee) +33 (0)4 37 25 14 67 +49 151 16033041 +31 (0)24-343 7220 +41 (0)52 725 0888 +32 10471140 +358 10 8411 218 +46 705 487960...

  • Page 30: General Information

    General information – The KTM Freeride E-SX is a high-voltage electric motorcycle with a lithi- um-ion battery (KTM PowerPack, 260 V). – The high-voltage components in the vehicle are identified by yellow warning labels. – The high-voltage cables in the motor housing and in the KTM PowerPack can be identified by the orange color of their insulation.

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