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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
2017
Freeride 250 R
Art. no. 3213584en

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  • Page 1 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2017 Freeride 250 R Art. no. 3213584en...
  • Page 3 KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, devi- ations from illustrations and descriptions, misprints, and other errors.
  • Page 4: Means Of Representation

    MEANS OF REPRESENTATION Symbols used The meaning of specific symbols is described below. Indicates an expected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function). Indicates an unexpected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function). Indicates a page reference (more information is provided on the specified page). Indicates information with more details or tips.
  • Page 5 SETUP Unpacking and setting up the vehicle Package 2 – Remove the box and the plastic packaging. Info An assistant prevents the motorcycle from falling over. To avoid damaging the motorcycle during the setup, leave the protective film on the vehicle until you have finished. –...
  • Page 6 SETUP – Route the clutch line with the clutch master cylinder toward the front between the upper and lower triple clamps. – Position the fork legs and tighten the screws of the triple clamp. Guideline Screw, top triple clamp 22 Nm (16.2 lbf ft) Screw, bottom triple clamp 18 Nm...
  • Page 7 SETUP – Position the controls on the left half of the handlebar. F00556-10 – Mount the connector retainer and speedometer on the upper triple clamp. Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) – Connect all plug-in connectors to the connector retainer. F00558-01 (EU) –...
  • Page 8 SETUP – Mount the turn signal switch and connect the plug-in connector on the wiring harness. 402148-01 – Insert the black and violet cables of bulb included in the separate enclosure into the socket and position it in the turn signal indicator lamp. –...
  • Page 9 Mount and tighten the rear mirror on both sides. – Position all controls in their exact positions on the handlebar. Tighten all screws. – Refuel. ( p. 19) – Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the KTM Dealer.net for han- dover to the customer. F00559-01...
  • Page 10 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Raising the motorcycle with a lift stand Note Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over. – Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface. – Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine. Lift stand (78129955100) Neither wheel is in contact with the ground.
  • Page 11: Tighten Screw

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Guideline Screw, bottom shock 80 Nm Loctite ® 2701™ absorber (59 lbf ft) Info The heim joint for the shock absorber at the swingarm is Teflon coated. It must not be greased with grease or with any other lubricants. Lubricants dissolve the Teflon coating, thereby drastically reducing the service life.
  • Page 12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Folding the seat up –  Push the release lever in the direction of the arrow. – Lift the seat and fold it up. F00203-10 Locking the seat – Fold down the seat and push it down. The seat engages with an audible click.
  • Page 13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Main work –  Turn handle of the fuel tap to the OFF position. – Push back hose clamp and pull off the fuel line. Info Remaining fuel may flow out of the fuel line. –...
  • Page 14: Recharging The Battery

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS –  Mount and tighten screws on both sides. Guideline Screw, fuel tank 15 Nm Loctite ® 243™ (11.1 lbf ft) –  Mount and tighten screw Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –...
  • Page 15 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Warning Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage. – Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu- lations. Info Even when there is no load on the battery, it discharges steadily. The charging level and the method of charging are very important for the service life of the battery.
  • Page 16 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Lock the seat. ( p. 10) – Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 8) 3.12 Removing the battery Warning Risk of injury Batteries contain harmful substances. – Keep batteries out of the reach of children. –...
  • Page 17 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 3.13 Installing the battery Main work –  Position positive cable and mount and tighten the screw. Guideline Screw, battery terminal 2.5 Nm (1.84 lbf ft) –  Position negative cable and mount and tighten the screw. Guideline Screw, battery terminal 2.5 Nm...
  • Page 18 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS –  Position the headlight mask and secure it with rubber bands The holding lugs on the fender engage in the headlight mask. –  Attach the brake line and wiring harness F00220-10 (US) – Connect plug-in connector ...
  • Page 19: Checking The Headlight Setting

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 3.16 Checking the headlight setting – Position the vehicle upright on a horizontal surface in front of a light wall and make a mark at the height of the center of the low beam headlight. 0 0 A –...
  • Page 20 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 3.18 Opening the filler cap Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled. – Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes. –...
  • Page 21 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 3.20 Refueling Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled. – Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes. –...
  • Page 22: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Chassis tightening torques – EJOT PT ® Screw for spoiler, front K60x30‑Z 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft) – Screw for spoiler, top EJOT PT ® K60x20AL 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft) – Spoke nipple M4.5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) –...
  • Page 23 SUBSTANCES Engine oil, 2-stroke Standard/classification – JASO FD ( p. 23) Guideline – Only use high grade 2-stroke engine oil of a reputable brand. Fully synthetic Recommended supplier Motorex ® – Cross Power 2T Super unleaded (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91) Standard/classification –...
  • Page 24: Auxiliary Substances

    AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES Long-life grease Recommended supplier Motorex ® – Bike Grease 2000...
  • Page 25 STANDARDS JASO FD JASO FD is a classification for a 2-stroke engine oil that was specifically developed for the extreme demands of racing. Thanks to first rate synthetic esters and specially designed additives, superb combustion is achieved even under extreme operating conditions.
  • Page 26 *3213584en* 3213584en 08/2016 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH 5230 Mattighofen/Austria Photo: Mitterbauer/KTM http://www.ktm.com...

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