Summary of Contents for KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2021 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R Art. no. 3214446en...
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KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from fig- ures and descriptions, misprints, and other errors. The models portrayed partly contain special equipment that does not belong to the regular scope of supply.
1 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.
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To operate the vehicle, the vehicle electronics must be enabled. This process is conducted during initial setup in KTM Dealer.net. Enabling ensures that the initial setup in KTM Dealer.net is docu- mented. Enabling can be performed either temporarily, e.g. for a test ride, or permanently for vehicle handover.
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2 SETUP – Remove the handbrake pump from the transport holder. – Remove the screws and handlebar clamps. – Remove the transport holder. E02441-01 – Position the handbrake pump. Tighten the screws. Guideline Anti-rotation lock engages in the right switch unit. Screw, brake assem- 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) E02429-10...
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SETUP 2 – Position the cables for the right-hand controls and secure with cable ties. – Attach the clutch line to the holder. E02431-10 – Preassemble the hand guards with screws and bushings. E02432-01 – Position the right hand guard. –...
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2 SETUP – Mount damping rubbers , rubber grommets and speed nuts on the engine guard. – Mount spacers Guideline The spacer collar is facing inward. E02444-10 – Mount rubber grommets and spacers on the lower fuel tank covers. Guideline The spacer collar is facing inward.
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9) – Charge the 12-V battery. ( p. 11) – Remove the remaining films. – Unpack and mount the KTM PowerParts included in the deliv- ery (optional). E02446-10 Info Read the accompanying KTM PowerParts fitting instruc- tions. – Attach the stickers included in the scope of supply (optional).
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3 WORK Installing the crash bar – Position the left crash bar with the frame protector. Info Cover the components to protect them against damage. – Mount screw , but do not tighten yet. Guideline Remaining screws, 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) chassis E02352-11 –...
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WORK 3 Installing the windshield – Position windshield – Mount and tighten screws with the rubber bushings. Guideline Screw, windshield M5x14 3.5 Nm (2.58 lbf ft) E02347-11 Removing the rear right side cover Preparatory work – Remove the seat. ( p.
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3 WORK Installing the engine guard – Position engine guard , mount screws with bushings and tighten. Guideline Screw, engine guard 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) E02381-11 Removing the seat Condition The motorcycle is stationary. The engine is off. The ignition has been switched on or off for less than 1 minute. –...
WORK 3 Charging the 12-V battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns. – Keep 12 V batteries out of the reach of children. – Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses. – Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases. –...
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3 WORK Info Follow the instructions of the charger and the manual. – Disconnect the battery charger after charging the 12-V battery. Guideline The charging current, charging voltage, and charging time must not be exceeded. Recharge the 12-V battery 3 months regularly when the motorcy- cle is not being used Finishing work...
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WORK 3 – Disconnect negative cable from the 12 V battery. – Disconnect positive cable from the 12-V battery. – Take the 12-V battery out of the battery compartment. E02232-10 3.10 Installing the 12-V battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns. –...
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3 WORK Finishing work – Mount the seat. ( p. 10) – Set time and date. ( p. 15) 3.11 Disconnecting the negative cable of the 12-V battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns. –...
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WORK 3 Caution Danger of accidents Electronic components and safety devices will be damaged if the 12-V battery is dis- charged or missing. If the 12-V battery is discharged or defective, malfunctions in the vehicle electronics can occur, espe- cially when starting. –...
3 WORK Setting the clock – Press the UP or DOWN button until Set Clock is marked. – Press the SET button to open the menu. – Press the UP or DOWN button until Hours is marked. – Press the RIGHT or LEFT button until the current hour is set. –...
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WORK 3 Guideline 5 m (16 ft) Distance – The rider now mounts the motorcycle with luggage and passen- ger if applicable. – Check the headlight setting. The light-dark boundary must be exactly on the lower mark- ing when the motorcycle is ready to be operated with the rider mounted along with any luggage and a passenger if applicable.
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3 WORK Caution Danger of accidents Electronic components and safety devices will be damaged if the 12-V battery is dis- charged or missing. If the 12-V battery is discharged or defective, malfunctions in the vehicle electronics can occur, espe- cially when starting. –...
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WORK 3 – Press the start button/emergency OFF switch into the lower position Info Only press the start button/emergency OFF switch into the lower position when the combination instrument function control has been completed. Do not open the throttle to start. Press the start button/emergency OFF switch into the lower position for a maximum of five seconds.
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3 WORK – Fold up cover slowly. The fuel tank filler cap is unlocked. – Fold up fuel tank filler cap E02224-10 3.18 Closing the fuel tank filler cap Warning Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable, toxic and a health hazard. –...
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WORK 3 Note Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment. – Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system. – Switch off the engine. – Open the fuel tank filler cap. ( p.
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5 SUBSTANCES Super unleaded (ROZ 95) Standard/classification – DIN EN 228 (ROZ 95) Guideline – Only use super unleaded fuel that matches or is equivalent to the specified standard. – Fuel with an ethanol content of up to 10% (E10 fuel) is safe to use. Info Do not use fuel containing methanol (e.g., M15, M85, M100) or more than 10% ethanol (e.g., E15, E25, E85, E100).