Removing And Remounting The Battery - KTM 990 SUPER DUKE, 990 SUPER DUKE R Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Removing and remounting the battery

The battery only needs to be removed if the motorcycle is being immobilized.
Remove the screws [1] on both sides, loosen the screws [2] 2 turns and remove the front
spoiler towards the front. Push the cables to the side. Remove the screws [3] and fold the
battery cover [4] down.
First disconnect the negative terminal, then the positive terminal from the battery. Make
sure the battery terminals are not bent when they are removed.
Remove the battery cover and take out the battery.
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Charge the battery before and after storage. Storage temperature 0 - 35°C (32 - 95°F).
When remounting the battery, position it in the battery compartment and mount the battery
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cover. First connect the cables on the positive terminal, then connect the negative terminal
to the battery to avoid a short-circuit. Open the battery cover and fasten with 2 screws. Remount
the front spoiler. Apply Loctite 243 to the screws [1] and tighten to 10 Nm.
– If electrolyte (sulphuric acid) leaks from the battery, proceed with great care. The elec-
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trolyte can cause severe burns.
– In the case of skin contact rinse thoroughly with water.
– In the case of contact with the eyes, thoroughly rinse eyes with water for at least 15 min-
utes. Immediately consult a doctor.
– The battery is a closed model but can nevertheless emit explosive gases. Avoid sparks
and open fire near the battery.
– Defective batteries must be stored out of the reach of children. Ensure proper disposal
of discarded batteries.
– The screws on the underride protection must be secured with loctite 243 to prevent them
from becoming loose.
Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running. This will destroy the rectifier-reg-
ulator.
STORAGE:
If the motorcycle is being immobilized for longer periods of time, remove and charge the
battery. Storage temperature 0 - 35°C (32 - 95°F), avoid direct sunlight.
Charge the battery every 3 months.
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