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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
2016
Freeride 250 R
Art. no. 3213438en

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  • Page 1 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2016 Freeride 250 R Art. no. 3213438en...
  • 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. Info The figure shows how to route the clutch line and wiring harness. B02302-01 (EU/AU) – Mount the connector retainer and speedometer on the upper triple clamp. Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
  • Page 8 Mount and tighten the rear mirror on both sides. – Position all controls in their exact positions on the handlebar. Tighten all screws. – Refuel. ( p. 16) – Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the KTM Dealer.net for han- dover to the customer. B02003-01...
  • Page 9 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand Note Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over. – Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface. – Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine. Lift stand (78929955100) Neither wheel is in contact with the ground.
  • Page 10: 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 11 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. M01054-10 Locking the seat – Fold down the seat and push it down. The seat engages with an audible click.
  • Page 12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Remove the tube from the fuel tank breather. –  Remove screws on both sides. –  Remove screw C00906-10 –  Release hose clamp – Detach the intake flange from the carburetor. – Remove the fuel tank from above.
  • Page 13: Recharging The Battery

    – Do not dispose of batteries with the household waste. Dispose of a defective battery in an environmentally friendly manner. Give the battery to your authorized KTM dealer or dispose of it at a collection point for used batteries. Warning Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
  • Page 14 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Fold the seat up. ( p. 9) – Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 7) – Remove the battery. ( p. 12) Main work – Connect the battery charger with the battery. Switch on the battery charger. Battery charger (58429074000) You can also use the battery charger to test the rest potential and starting ability of the battery, and to test the alternator.
  • Page 15 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Remove the battery out of the battery compartment. –  Disconnect negative cable from the battery. –  Disconnect positive cable from the battery. B02296-10 3.13 Installing the battery Main work –  Position positive cable and mount and tighten the screw.
  • Page 16: Checking The Headlight Setting

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 3.15 Refitting the headlight mask with the headlight Main work (EU/AU) –   Connect the plug-in connectors for the turn signals and for the head- light. 602812-11 (US) –  Connect plug-in connector of the headlight. M01036-11 –...
  • Page 17 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS » If the boundary between light and dark does not meet specifications: – Adjust the headlight range. ( p. 15) 3.17 Adjusting the headlight range Preparatory work – Check the headlight setting. ( p. 14) Main work –...
  • Page 18 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 3.19 Closing the filler cap Main work –  Replace the filler cap and turn clockwise until the release button locks in place. Info  Run the fuel tank breather hose without kinks. C00896-11 Finishing work –...
  • Page 19: 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 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) –...
  • Page 20 SUBSTANCES Engine oil, 2-stroke Standard/classification – JASO FD ( p. 20) 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 21: Auxiliary Substances

    AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES Long-life grease Recommended supplier Motorex ® – Bike Grease 2000...
  • Page 22 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 23 *3213438en* 3213438en 11/2015 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH 5230 Mattighofen/Austria Photo: Mitterbauer/KTM http://www.ktm.com...

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