KTM 450 SX-F EU Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 2009 450 SX‑F EU 450 SX‑F USA 450 XC‑F USA 505 XC‑F USA ART. NO. 3211351en...
- Page 3 KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from illustrations and descriptions, as well as printing and other errors.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Checking free play of hand brake lever......42 Important maintenance work to be carried out by an Adjusting basic position of handbrake lever...... 42 authorized KTM workshop. (as additional order)....20 Checking the front brake fluid level ......... 42 Important checks and maintenance work to be carried Adding front brake fluid .......... - Page 5 CONTENTS Checking tire air pressure ..........52 TECHNICAL DATA - FORK..........80 Checking spoke tension..........53 450 SX‑F EU ..............80 450 SX‑F USA .............. 80 Removing the battery ..........53 XC‑F................81 Installing the battery ..........53 TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER ......82 Recharging the battery ..........
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Page 6: Means Of Representation
All work marked with this symbol requires specialist knowledge and technical understanding. In the interest of your own safety, have these jobs done in an authorized KTM workshop! There, your motorcycle will be serviced optimally by specially trained experts using the specialist tools required. -
Page 7: Important Notes
Warranty The work prescribed in the service schedule must be carried out in an authorized KTM workshop and confirmed in the customer's ser- vice record, since otherwise no warranty claims will be recognized. No warranty claims can be considered for damage resulting from manipulations and/or alterations to the vehicle. - Page 8 IMPORTANT NOTES Environment Offroad motorcycling is a wonderful sport and we naturally hope that you will be able to enjoy it to the fullest. However, it is a poten- tial problem for the environment and can lead to conflicts with other persons. But if you use your motorcycle responsibly, you can ensure that such problems and conflicts do not have to occur.
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Page 9: View Of Vehicle
VIEW OF VEHICLE 3 V IEW OF VEHICLE View of the vehicle from the left front (example) 800007-10 Hand brake lever Filler cap Clutch lever Air filter box lid Fuel tap Choke button Chain guide Shift lever... -
Page 10: View Of The Vehicle From The Right Rear (Example)
VIEW OF VEHICLE View of the vehicle from the right rear (example) 800008-10 Shock absorber rebound adjustment Level viewer for brake fluid, rear Level viewer for engine oil Fork rebound adjustment Foot brake pedal Shock absorber compression adjustment Fork compression adjustment Short circuit button Electric starter button... -
Page 11: Location Of Serial Numbers
LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS 4 L OCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS Chassis number The chassis number is stamped on the steering head on the right. 400193-10 Type label The type label is fixed to the front of the steering head. ... -
Page 12: Controls
CONTROLS 5 C ONTROLS Clutch lever The clutch lever is fitted on the left side of the handlebar. The clutch is hydraulically operated and self-adjusting. 800024-10 Hot start lever The hot start lever is fitted on the left side of the handlebar. ... -
Page 13: Fuel Tap (Sx-F)
CONTROLS Fuel tap (SX‑F) The fuel tap is on the left side of the fuel tank. Using tap handle on the fuel tap, you can open or close the supply of fuel to the carburetor. Possible states Fuel supply closed OFF – No fuel can flow from the tank to the carburetor. •... -
Page 14: Closing Filler Cap
CONTROLS Closing filler cap – Replace the filler cap and turn clockwise until the release button locks in place. Info Run the fuel tank breather hose without kinks. 400199-11 Choke 5.10 Choke is fitted on the left side of the carburetor. ... -
Page 15: Foot Brake Pedal
CONTROLS Foot brake pedal 5.12 Foot brake pedal is located in front of the right footrest. The foot brake pedal is used to activate the rear brake. 800005-10 Plug-in stand (SX‑F) 5.13 Note Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away or falling over. –... -
Page 16: General Tips And Hints On Putting Into Operation
When using your motorcycle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise. – Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop. You receive a delivery certificate and the service record at vehicle handover. -
Page 17: Running In The Engine
GENERAL TIPS AND HINTS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION – Do not exceed the overall maximum permitted weight and the axle loads. Guideline Maximum permissible overall weight 335 kg (739 lb.) Maximum permissible front axle load 145 kg (320 lb.) Maximum permissible rear axle load 190 kg (419 lb.) –... -
Page 18: Riding Instructions
RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 7 R IDING INSTRUCTIONS Checks before putting into operation Info Make sure that the motorcycle is in a perfect technical condition before use. Info In the interests of riding safety, make a habit of making a general check before you ride. –... -
Page 19: Starting Up
Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed. The engine races and the rear wheel can block. Info If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine and contact an authorized KTM workshop. First gear is used for starting off or for steep inclines. -
Page 20: Stopping, Parking
RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Stopping, parking Warning Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons. – Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons. Warning Danger of burns Some vehicle components get very hot when the machine is driven. –... -
Page 21: Service Schedule
SERVICE SCHEDULE 8 S ERVICE SCHEDULE Important maintenance work to be carried out by an authorized KTM workshop. S10A S30A Engine Change the engine oil and oil filter, and clean the oil screen. p. 66) • • • Replace spark plug. -
Page 22: Important Maintenance Work To Be Carried Out By An Authorized Ktm Workshop. (As Additional Order)
SERVICE SCHEDULE Important maintenance work to be carried out by an authorized KTM workshop. (as additional order). S10A S20A S40A • • Carry out a complete fork service. Carry out a complete shock absorber service. • Grease the steering head bearing. - Page 23 SERVICE SCHEDULE NB1A Check the tire air pressure. ( p. 52) • Check the tire condition. ( p. 52) • Check the coolant level. ( p. 58) • Empty the carburetor float chamber. p. 65) • Check that all operating elements for smooth operation. •...
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Page 24: Maintenance Work On Chassis And Engine
For optimal motorcycle riding characteristics and to avoid damage to forks, shock absorbers, swing arm and frame, the basic set- tings of the suspension components must match your body weight. – As delivered, KTM offroad motorcycles are adjusted for a standard rider weight (with full protective clothing). Guideline Standard rider weight 75…... -
Page 25: Adjusting The Low-Speed Compression Damping Of The Shock Absorber
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Turn adjusting screw clockwise with a ring wrench until it stops. Info Do not loosen nut – Turn back counterclockwise by the number of turns corresponding to the shock absorber type. Guideline Compression damping, high-speed (450 SX‑F EU) 400208-10... -
Page 26: Adjusting The Rebound Damping Of The Shock Absorber
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber type. Guideline Compression damping, low-speed (450 SX‑F EU) Comfort 17 clicks Standard 15 clicks Sport 13 clicks Compression damping, low-speed (450 SX‑F USA) Comfort 17 clicks Standard... -
Page 27: Measuring Rear Wheel Sag Unloaded
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Measuring rear wheel sag unloaded – Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 22) – Measure the distance – as vertical as possible – between the rear axle and a fixed point, for example, a mark on the side cover. –... -
Page 28: Adjusting The Spring Preload Of The Shock Absorber
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber 9.11 Danger Danger of accidents The shock absorber is under high pressure. – The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen, so never dismantle the shock absorber or carry out any main- tenance on it yourself. -
Page 29: Removing The Shock Absorber
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the shock absorber 9.13 – Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 22) – Remove screw and lower the rear wheel with the swing arm as far as possible without blocking the rear wheel. Fix the rear wheel in this position. –... -
Page 30: Adjusting The Rebound Damping Of Fork
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Turn adjusting screws clockwise until they stop. Info The adjusting screws are located at the top end of the fork legs. Make the same adjustment on both fork legs. – Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type. Guideline Compression damping (450 SX‑F EU) 600669-10... -
Page 31: Bleeding Fork Legs
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Bleeding fork legs 9.18 – Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 22) – Remove bleeder screws briefly. Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork. – Mount and tighten bleeder screws. –... -
Page 32: Checking Play Of Steering Head Bearing
Danger of accidents Unsafe riding behavior due to incorrect steering head bearing play. – The steering head bearing play should be adjusted immediately in an authorized KTM workshop. Info If the bike is driven for a longer time with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame can be damaged after time. -
Page 33: Fork Offset
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Fork offset 9.24 You can see the currently set offset if you remove screw The fork offset has an impact on the handling of the vehicle. It is calculated from the center of the fork leg to the center of the steering head bearing. The fork offset can optionally be adjusted. -
Page 34: Installing The Fork Legs
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Installing the fork legs 9.27 – Position the fork legs. Info The topmost sunk nut in the fork leg must be flush to the upper edge of the upper triple clamp. Position the bleeder screw to the front. -
Page 35: Removing The Lower Triple Clamp
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the lower triple clamp 9.30 – Remove the fork legs. p. 31) – Dismount the start number plate ( p. 34) – Dismount the front fender. ( p. 34) – Remove screws and hang the CDI control unit to the side. ... -
Page 36: Greasing The Steering Head Bearing
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Screw, top steering stem 17 Nm Loctite ® 243™ (12.5 lbf ft) – Check the cable harness, cable, brake and clutch line for free movement and free laying. -
Page 37: Installing The Start Number Plate
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Installing the start number plate 9.36 – Position the start number plate. Mount and tighten screw Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Info Take care with the contact of the holding lug at the fender. –... -
Page 38: Checking Gas Bowden Cable Route
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking gas Bowden cable route 9.39 – The two gas Bowden cables must run parallel behind the handlebar down to the frame. They must be routed directly on the frame above the tank bearing to the car- buretor. -
Page 39: Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking for chain dirt accumulation 9.42 – Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation. » If the chain is very dirty: – Clean the chain. ( p. 37) 800012-10 Cleaning the chain 9.43 Warning Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip. -
Page 40: Checking The Chain Tension When Fitting Rear Wheel
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking the chain tension when fitting rear wheel 9.45 Warning Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension. – If the chain tension is too high, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bear- ings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. -
Page 41: Adjusting The Chain Tension
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting the chain tension 9.48 Warning Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension. – If the chain tension is too high, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bear- ings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. -
Page 42: Adjusting Chain Tension - After Checking
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting chain tension - after checking 9.49 – Loosen nut – Loosen nuts – Adjust the chain tension by turning the adjusting screws left and right. Guideline Chain tension 8… 10 mm (0.31… 0.39 in) Turn the adjusting screws left and right so that the markings on the left and ... -
Page 43: Adjusting The Chain Guide X (Sx-F)
Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) 400252-10 Checking the brake discs 9.53 Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to worn brake discs. – Worn brake discs should be replaced immediately in an authorized KTM workshop. -
Page 44: Checking Free Play Of Hand Brake Lever
Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM workshop, and do not ride any further. Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to old brake fluid. – Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. -
Page 45: Adding Front Brake Fluid
If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately. Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to old brake fluid. – Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage. –... -
Page 46: Checking The Front Brake Linings
Brake linings available from accessory suppliers are often not tested and approved for use on KTM vehicles. The construc- tion and friction factor of the brake linings and therefore the brake power can differ considerably from the original KTM brake linings. If brake linings are used that differ from the originals, there is no guarantee that they comply with the origi- nal license. -
Page 47: Changing The Front Brake Linings
If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately. Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to old brake fluid. – Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage. –... -
Page 48: Checking Free Travel Of Foot Brake Lever
Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM workshop, and do not ride any further. Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to old brake fluid. – Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. -
Page 49: Adding Brake Fluid For The Rear Brake
If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately. Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to old brake fluid. – Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage. –... -
Page 50: Removing Rear Brake Linings
Brake linings available from accessory suppliers are often not tested and approved for use on KTM vehicles. The construc- tion and friction factor of the brake linings and therefore the brake power can differ considerably from the original KTM brake linings. If brake linings are used that differ from the originals, there is no guarantee that they comply with the origi- nal license. -
Page 51: Changing The Rear Brake Linings
If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately. Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to old brake fluid. – Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage. –... -
Page 52: Installing The Front Wheel
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Holding the front wheel, withdraw the wheel spindle. Take the front wheel out of the fork. Info Do not pull the hand brake lever when the front wheel is removed. Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the brake disc is not dam- aged. -
Page 53: Removing Rear Wheel
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing rear wheel 9.72 – Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 22) – Press the brake caliper by hand on to the brake disc in order to press back the brake piston. Info Make sure when pushing back the brake piston that you do not press the brake caliper against the spokes. -
Page 54: Tire Condition Checking
9.74 Info Only mount tires approved or recommended by KTM. Other tires could have a negative effect on riding behavior. The type, condition and air pressure of the tires all have an important impact on the riding behavior of the motorcycle. -
Page 55: Checking Spoke Tension
Danger of accidents Unstable riding behavior due to loose spokes. – If you ride with loose spokes, the spokes can break. Have the spoke tension corrected in an authorized KTM workshop. Info A loose spoke can cause wheel imbalance, which leads to more loose spokes in a short time. -
Page 56: Recharging The Battery
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Reconnect the rubber band – Attach the plus cable and replace the plus pole cover – Attach the minus cable – Mount the seat. ( p. 56) Recharging the battery 9.79 Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns. -
Page 57: Removing A Fuse
Replace a burned-out fuse only by an equivalent fuse. If the new fuse burns out, contact an authorized KTM workshop. – Replace the protection cover. 400273-10 – Install the air filter box lid. ( p. -
Page 58: Removing The Seat
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the seat 9.84 – Remove screw . Lift up the seat at the rear, pull it back and then remove from above. 500080-10 Mounting the seat 9.85 – Hook in the front of the seat at the collar sleeve of the fuel tank, lower it at the rear and simultaneously push it forward. -
Page 59: Installing The Fuel Tank
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Pull both spoilers to the side of the radiator bracket and take the fuel tank away upward. 500067-10 Installing the fuel tank 9.87 Danger Fire hazard Fuel can easily catch fire. – Never fill up the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. -
Page 60: Cooling System
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Cooling system 9.88 The water pump in the engine forces the coolant to flow. The pressure resulting from the warming of the cooling system is regulated by a valve in the radiator cap . -
Page 61: Draining The Coolant
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface. – Remove the radiator cap. – Check the coolant level in the radiator. Coolant level above radiator fins. 10 mm (0.39 in) » If the level of the cooling liquid does not meet specifications: –... -
Page 62: Removing Main Silencer
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing main silencer 9.93 Warning Danger of burns The exhaust system gets very hot when the vehicle is driven. – Allow the exhaust system to cool down. Do not touch hot components. – Disconnect spring ... -
Page 63: Installing The Glass Fiber Yarn Filling Of The Main Silencer
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Installing the glass fiber yarn filling of the main silencer 9.97 – Slide the glass fiber yarn filling over the inner tube. – 0 0 1 Slide the outer tube over the glass fiber yarn filling. –... -
Page 64: Removing The Air Filter
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the air filter 9.101 Note Engine failure Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine. – Never ride the vehicle without an air filter since dust and dirt can get into the engine and result in increased wear. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage. -
Page 65: Adjusting Basic Position Of Clutch Lever
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting basic position of clutch lever 9.104 – Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting screw Info Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the clutch lever and the handlebar. -
Page 66: Carburetor - Idle
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Inject the liquid into the system until it escapes from bore hole of the master cylinder without bubbles. – To prevent overflow, drain fluid occasionally from the master cylinder reservoir. – Remove the bleeding syringe. Mount and tighten screws bleeder screw. –... -
Page 67: Emptying The Carburetor Float Chamber
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Adjust the idle speed with the adjusting screw Guideline Choke function deactivated – The choke lever is pushed in to the stop. ( p. 12) Idle speed 1,600… 1,650 rpm Info Following extreme air temperature or altitude changes, adjust the idle speed again. -
Page 68: Changing Engine Oil And Oil Filter, Cleaning Oil Screen
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Condition The engine is at operating temperature. – Check the engine oil level. Info After switching off the engine, wait one minute before checking the level. The engine oil reaches the top of the viewer ... -
Page 69: Cleaning The Oil Screen
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Cleaning the oil screen 9.113 Warning Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motocycle is driven. – Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. If you scald yourself, hold the affected area under cold water immediately. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage. -
Page 70: Installing The Oil Filter
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Installing the oil filter 9.115 – Lay the motorcycle on its side and fill the oil filter housing to about ⅓ full with engine oil. – Fill the oil filter with engine oil and place it in the oil filter container. –... -
Page 71: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Possible cause Action – The engine cannot be cranked (electric Operating error Go through the steps of starting the starter). engine. ( p. 16) – Battery discharged Recharge the battery. p. 54) – Check the charging voltage. –... - Page 72 TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Possible cause Action – Engine does not speed up. Ignition system defective Check the ignition coil. – Check the CDI unit. – Check the spark plug connector. – Check the ignition pulse generator. – Check the generator. – Engine has too little power.
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Page 73: Cleaning
CLEANING CLEANING Cleaning motorcycle 11.1 Note Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment. – Never clean the vehicle with high-pressure cleaning equipment or a strong water-jet. The excessive pressure can penetrate electri- cal components, connects, Bowden cables, and bearings, etc., and can damage or destroy these parts. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage. -
Page 74: Storage
Storage temperature of battery without direct sunlight. 0… 35 °C (32… 95 °F) – The storage place should be dry and not subject to large temperature fluctuations. Info KTM recommends jacking up the motorcycle. – Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 22) –... -
Page 75: Technical Data - Engine
TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE Design 1-cyliner 4-stroke engine, water-cooled Displacement (Every 450 models) 449.3 cm³ (27.418 cu in) Displacement (505 XC‑F USA) 477.5 cm³ (29.139 cu in) Stroke 60.8 mm (2.394 in) Bore (Every 450 models) 97 mm (3.82 in) Bore (505 XC‑F USA) 100 mm (3.94 in) -
Page 76: Capacity - Coolant
TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE Capacity - coolant 13.2 Coolant 1.2 l (1.3 qt.) Coolant ( p. 88) Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 88) -
Page 77: Technical Data - Engine Tightening Torques
TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES ® Engine housing vent jet Loctite 243™ ® Oil jet, piston cooling 4 Nm (3 lbf ft) Loctite 243™ ® Oil jet, cam lever lubrication 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite 243™... - Page 78 TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES Nut, cylinder head M10x1.25 Tightening sequence: lubricated with engine oil Tighten in diagonal sequence. Tightening stage 1 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Tightening stage 2 30 Nm (22.1 lbf ft) Tightening stage 3 50° –...
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Page 79: Technical Data - Carburetor
TECHNICAL DATA - CARBURETOR TECHNICAL DATA - CARBURETOR Every 450 models 15.1 Carburetor type KEIHIN FCR-MX 41 Carburetor identfication number 4125I Needle position 4th position from top Idle mixture adjusting screw Open 1.5 turns Pump membrane stop 2.15 mm (0.0846 in) Hot start button Diameter of bore in carburetor body 2.5 mm (0.098 in) -
Page 80: Technical Data - Chassis
80/100 - 21 51M TT 110/100 - 18 62M TT Bridgestone M59 Bridgestone M70 80/100 - 21 51M TT 110/100 - 18 64M TT (505 XC‑F USA) Bridgestone M59 Bridgestone M402 For further information, see the Service section under: http://www.ktm.com... -
Page 81: Capacity - Fuel
TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS Capacity - fuel 16.1 Total fuel tank capacity, 8 l (2.1 US gal) Super unleaded (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91) ( p. 89) approx. (SX‑F) Total fuel tank capacity, 9 l (2.4 US gal) Super unleaded (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91) ( p. -
Page 82: Technical Data - Fork
TECHNICAL DATA - FORK TECHNICAL DATA - FORK 450 SX‑F EU 17.1 Fork part number 14.18.7E.05 Fork WP Suspension 4860 MXMA CC Compression damping Comfort 20 clicks Standard 18 clicks Sport 15 clicks Rebound damping Comfort 22 clicks Standard 21 clicks Sport 20 clicks Spring length with preload spacer(s) -
Page 83: Xc-F
TECHNICAL DATA - FORK XC‑F 17.3 Fork part number 14.18.7E.29 Fork WP Suspension 4860 MXMA CC Compression damping Comfort 17 clicks Standard 15 clicks Sport 13 clicks Rebound damping Comfort 22 clicks Standard 21 clicks Sport 21 clicks Spring length with preload spacer(s) 492 mm (19.37 in) Spring rate Weight of rider: 65…... -
Page 84: Technical Data - Shock Absorber
TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER 450 SX‑F EU 18.1 Shock absorber part number 12.18.7E.05 Shock absorber WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC Compression damping, low-speed Comfort 17 clicks Standard 15 clicks Sport 13 clicks Compression damping, high-speed Comfort 1 turn Standard... -
Page 85: Xc-F
TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER XC‑F 18.3 Shock absorber part number 12.18.7E.29 Shock absorber WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC Compression damping, low-speed Comfort 17 clicks Standard 15 clicks Sport 13 clicks Compression damping, high-speed Comfort 1 turn Standard 1 turn Sport 3/4 turn Rebound damping... -
Page 86: Technical Data - Chassis Tightening Torques
TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES – Spoke nipple, front wheel M4,5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) – Spoke nipple, rear wheel 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) – Remaining nuts, chassis 15 Nm (11.1 lbf ft) –... -
Page 88: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM Wiring diagram 20.1 yellow-black blue-white brown yellow-black green blue blue yellow yellow black black red-white red-white white black-white grey-black grey brown black yellow black yellow red-white red-white black-white 400277-10... - Page 89 WIRING DIAGRAM Components Battery Generator Ignition coil Pulse generator Voltage regulator/rectifier Electric starter button Starter relay Starter motor Short circuit button Throttle position sensor Ignition curve plug connection CDI controller Cable colors black Black black-white Black-white brown Brown brown-white Brown-white blue Blue blue-white...
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Page 90: Substances
– Guideline – Use only brake fluid that complies with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possesses the corre- ® sponding properties. KTM recommends Castrol and Motorex products. Supplier Castrol – RESPONSE BRAKE FLUID SUPER DOT 4 ®... - Page 91 SUBSTANCES Supplier ® Motorex – Hydraulic Fluid 75 Super unleaded (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91) According to – DIN EN 228 (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91)
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Page 92: Auxiliary Substances
AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES Air filter cleaner Specification – ® KTM recommends Motorex products. Supplier ® Motorex – Twin Air Dirt Bio Remover Chain cleaner Specification – ® KTM recommends Motorex products. Supplier ® Motorex – Chain Clean 611 Cleaning and polishing materials for metal, rubber and plastic Specification –... - Page 93 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES Oil for foam air filter Specification – ® KTM recommends Motorex products. Supplier ® Motorex – Twin Air Liquid Power Universal oil spray Specification – ® KTM recommends Motorex products. Supplier ® Motorex – Joker 440 Universal...
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Page 94: Standards
STANDARDS STANDARDS JASO T903 MA Different technical development directions required a new specification for 4-stroke motorcycles – the JASO T903 MA Standard.Earlier, engine oils from the automobile industry were used for 4-stroke motorcycles because there was no separate motorcycle specification.Whereas long service intervals are demanded for automobile engines, high performance at high engine speeds are in the foreground for motorcycle and ATV engines.With most motorcycles and ATVs, the gearbox and the clutch are lubricated with the same oil as the engine. -
Page 95: Index
INDEX Clutch lever ........10 INDEX adjusting basic position ..... . . 63 Accessories . - Page 96 INDEX removing ....... . . 49 checks before putting into operation ....16 Fuel tank installing .
- Page 97 INDEX View of vehicle left front ........7 right rear .
- Page 98 *3211351en* 3211351en KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG 5230 Mattighofen/Austria http://www.ktm.com...