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OWNER'S MANUAL
2010
450 EXC EU
530 EXC EU
450 XC-W USA
ART. NO. 3211484en

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 2010 450 EXC EU 530 EXC EU 450 XC-W USA ART. NO. 3211484en...
  • Page 3 KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from illustrations and descriptions, as well as misprints and other errors.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    KTM workshop..........29 Chassis number............... 9 Important maintenance work to be carried out by an Type label............... 9 authorized KTM workshop. (as additional order)....30 Key number (EXC EU)............9 Important checks and maintenance work to be carried Engine number..............9 out by the rider.
  • Page 5 TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES..88 Changing the rear brake linings ........60 TECHNICAL DATA - CARBURETOR........90 Removing the front wheel .......... 61 450 EXC EU ..............90 Installing the front wheel ........... 61 XC‑W USA ..............90 Removing rear wheel ..........62 530 EXC EU ..............

  • 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 Transport Note Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over. – Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface. Note Fire hazard Some vehicle components get very hot when the machine is driven. – Do not place the vehicle where there are flammable or explosive substances.

  • Page 9: View Of Vehicle

    VIEW OF VEHICLE View of the vehicle from the left front (example) 800014-10 Side stand Shift lever Chain guide Fuel tap Air filter box lid Clutch lever Hand brake lever...

  • Page 10: View Of The Vehicle From The Right Rear (Example)

    VIEW OF VEHICLE View of the vehicle from the right rear (example) 800013-10 Level viewer for brake fluid, rear Fork compression adjustment Foot brake pedal Kickstarter Horn Filler cap Fork rebound adjustment Electric starter button Speedometer Short circuit button Shock absorber compression adjustment Shock absorber rebound adjustment...

  • Page 11: Location Of Serial Numbers

    LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS Chassis number The chassis number is stamped on the steering head on the right.  500127-10 Type label The type label is fixed to the front of the steering head.  500128-10 Key number (EXC EU) The key number is stamped on the key strap.

  • Page 12: Shock Absorber Part Number

    LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS Shock absorber part number The shock absorber part number is stamped on the top of the shock absorber above  the adjusting ring on the engine side. 500129-10...

  • Page 13: Controls

    CONTROLS Clutch lever The clutch lever is fitted on the left side of the handlebar.  The clutch is hydraulically operated and self-adjusting. 500133-10 Hand brake lever Hand brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar.  The hand brake lever is used to activate the front brake.

  • Page 14: Light Switch (Exc Eu)

    CONTROLS Light switch (EXC EU) The light switch is fitted on the left side of the handlebar.  Possible states Light off – Light switch is turned to the right. In this position, the light is switched off. Low beam on – Light switch is in the central position. In this position, the low beam and tail light are switched on.

  • Page 15: Speedometer

    CONTROLS Speedometer 5.11 – Press the key to change the display mode or change to one of the setup menus. – Press the button to control different functions. – Press the button to control different functions. Info In its condition at delivery, the display mode SPEED/H and SPEED/ODO is acti- vated.

  • Page 16: Setting The Clock

    CONTROLS – Press the button for 3 - 5 seconds. The settings are saved and the Setup menu closed. Info If no button is pressed for 20 seconds, or if no impulse comes from the wheel speed sensor, the settings are automatically saved and the Setup menu closed.

  • Page 17: Querying The Lap Time

    CONTROLS – Press the button for 3 - 5 seconds. The settings are saved and the Setup menu closed. Info If no button is pressed for 20 seconds, or if no impulse comes from the wheel speed sensor, the settings are automatically saved and the Setup menu is closed.

  • Page 18: Display Mode Speed/Clk (Clock)

    CONTROLS Press the button Next display mode briefly. Display mode SPEED/CLK (clock) 5.20 – Press the button briefly and repeatedly until CLK appears at the bottom right of the display. The time is displayed in CLK display mode. Press the button .

  • Page 19: Display Mode Speed/Tr2 (Trip Master 2)

    CONTROLS Press the button . No function Press the button Displays of TR1, A1 and S1 are reset to 0,0. for 3 - 5 seconds. Press the button Next display mode briefly. Display mode SPEED/TR2 (trip master 2) 5.24 – Press the button briefly and repeatedly until TR2 appears at the top right of the display.

  • Page 20: Display Mode Speed/S1 (Stop Watch 1)

    CONTROLS Display mode SPEED/S1 (stop watch 1) 5.27 – Press the button briefly and repeatedly until S1 appears at the top right of the display. S1 (stop watch 1) displays the journey time on the basis of TR1 and continues when an impulse is received from the wheel speed sensor.

  • Page 21: Fuel Tap

    CONTROLS Table of conditions and activability Display The motorcycle is Menu can be acti- standing vated Display mode SPEED/CLK (clock) • Display mode SPEED/LAP (lap time) • Display mode SPEED/TR1 (trip master 1) • Display mode SPEED/TR2 (trip master 2) •...

  • Page 22: Choke (Xc-W Usa)

    CONTROLS Choke (XC‑W USA) 5.32 Choke is fitted on the left side of the carburetor.  Activating the choke function frees an opening through which the engine can draw extra fuel. This gives a richer fuel-air mixture, which is needed for a cold start. Info If the engine is warm, the choke function must be deactivated.

  • Page 23: Kickstarter

    CONTROLS Kickstarter 5.36 Kickstarter is fitted on the right of the engine.  The engine can be started with either the kickstarter or the electric starter. The upper part of the kickstarter can be swung out. Info Before riding, swing the upper part of the kickstarter inward toward the engine. 500148-10 Side stand 5.37...

  • Page 24: Unlocking The Steering (Exc Eu)

    CONTROLS – Insert the key in the steering lock, turn it to the left, press it in and turn it to the right. Remove the key. Steering is no longer possible. Info Never leave the key in the steering lock. Unlocking the steering (EXC EU) 5.40 –...

  • Page 25: 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 26: Running In The Engine

    GENERAL TIPS AND HINTS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION – If you carry any baggage, make sure it is fixed firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight dis- tribution between the front and rear wheels. Info Motorcycles react sensitively to any changes of weight distribution.

  • Page 27: Riding Instructions

    RIDING 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. – Check the engine oil level.

  • Page 28: 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 29: 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 30 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS – Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to measurement  Guideline Measurement of 35 mm (1.38 in)  Total fuel tank 9.0 l Super unleaded (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / capacity, approx. (2.38 US gal) PON 91) ( p.

  • Page 31: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE Important maintenance work to be carried out by an authorized KTM workshop. S15A S30A Engine • • • Change the engine oil and oil filter and clean the engine oil screen. p. 77) Change the gear oil and clean the gear oil screen.

  • Page 32: 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) Competition use Hobby use S15A S30A S45A S30A S60A S90A • • Carry out a complete fork service. Carry out a complete shock absorber service.
  • Page 33 SERVICE SCHEDULE NB1A Clean the chain. ( p. 49) • Check the chain tension. ( p. 49) • Check the chain wear. ( p. 50) • Check the rear sprocket / engine sprocket for wear. ( p. 50) • Clean the air filter. p.

  • Page 34: 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 35: Adjusting The Low-Speed Compression Damping Of The Shock Absorber

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Turn the adjusting screw clockwise with a ring wrench until it stops.  Info Do not loosen nut  – Turn back counterclockwise the number of turns corresponding to the shock absorber type. Guideline Compression damping, high-speed 400208-10...

  • Page 36: Measuring Rear Wheel Sag Unloaded

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Turn adjusting screw clockwise up to the last perceptible click.  Info Do not loosen nut  – Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber type. Guideline Rebound damping 400210-10 Comfort...

  • Page 37: Checking Riding Sag Of Shock Absorber

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking riding sag of shock absorber 9.10 – Measure distance of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 34)  – With another person holding the motorcycle, the rider should sit on the saddle with full protective clothing in a normal sitting position (feet on footrests) and bounce up and down a few times until the rear suspension levels out.

  • Page 38: Adjusting Riding Sag

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting riding sag 9.12 – Remove shock absorber. p. 36) – After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly. – Choose and mount a suitable spring. Guideline Spring rate Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143… 165 lb.) 69 N/mm (394 lb/in) Weight of rider: 75…...

  • Page 39: Checking Basic Setting Of Fork

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking basic setting of fork 9.15 Info For various reasons, no exact riding sag can be determined for the forks. – As with the shock absorber, smaller weight differences can be compensated by the spring preload.

  • Page 40: Adjusting Spring Preload Of The Fork

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type. Guideline Rebound damping Comfort 24 clicks Standard 22 clicks Sport 22 clicks Info Turn clockwise to increase damping, turn counterclockwise to reduce sus- pension damping.

  • Page 41: Loosening The Fork Protection

    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 42: Adjusting Play Of Steering Head Bearing (Exc Eu)

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range. The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. No resting locations should be noticeable. » If click positions are noticeable: (XC‑W USA) –...

  • Page 43: Removing The Fork Legs

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the fork legs 9.26 – Remove the front wheel. p. 61) – Remove screws and take off clamp.  – Remove cable clip , remove screw and take off the brake caliper.  ...

  • Page 44: Removing The Fork Protector

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE (EXC EU) – Fully tighten screw  Guideline Screw, top triple clamp 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) – Fully tighten screw  Guideline Screw, bottom triple clamp 15 Nm 100023-10 (11.1 lbf ft) – Position brake caliper, mount and tighten screws ...

  • Page 45: Removing The Lower Triple Clamp (Exc Eu)

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Remove o-ring . Remove protector ring   – Remove the lower triple clamp with the steering stem. – Remove the upper steering head bearing. 500100-10 Removing the lower triple clamp (EXC EU) 9.31 –...

  • Page 46: Installing The Lower Triple Clamp (Exc Eu)

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Position the upper triple clamp with the steering. – Mount and tighten screw  Guideline Screw, top steering head M20x1.5 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) – Position the clutch line, wiring harness and CDI control unit. Mount and tighten screws ...

  • Page 47: Greasing The Steering Head Bearing

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Tighten screw  Guideline Screw, top steering stem 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) – Check the cable harness, cable, brake and clutch line for free movement and free laying. – Check the steering head bearing play. ( p.

  • Page 48: Refitting The Headlight Mask With The Headlight (Exc Eu)

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Pull out the electric plug connector and remove the headlight mask with the  headlight. 500156-10 Refitting the headlight mask with the headlight (EXC EU) 9.38 – Connect the electric plug connector  500156-11 –...

  • Page 49: Handlebar Position

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Handlebar position 9.41 On the upper triple clamp, there are 2 holes at a distance of to each other.  Distance between holes 15 mm (0.59 in)  The holes on the handlebar support are placed at a distance of from the center.

  • Page 50: Checking Play In Gas Bowden Cable

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking play in gas Bowden cable 9.44 – Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the throttle grip back- wards and forwards to ascertain the play in the gas Bowden cable. Play in gas Bowden cable 3…...

  • Page 51: Cleaning The Chain

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Cleaning the chain 9.47 Warning Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip. – Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material. Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to oil or grease on the brake discs. –...

  • Page 52: Checking The Rear Sprocket / Engine Sprocket For Wear

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Make sure that the chain adjusters are mounted correctly on the adjusting screws. – Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upwards to measure the chain tension  Info The upper chain section must be taut.

  • Page 53: Adjusting Chain Tension - After Checking

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upwards to measure chain tension  Info The upper chain section must be taut.  Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at different chain positions.

  • Page 54: Adjusting Chain Tension - Fitting Rear Wheel

    Mount and tighten screws   Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) 400252-10 Check brake discs 9.56 Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to worn brake discs. – Worn brake discs should be replaced immediately in an authorized KTM workshop.

  • Page 55: Checking Free Play Of The Hand Brake Lever

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Check the thickness of the front and rear brake discs at several places on the disc to see if it conforms to measurement  Info Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc around the area used by the brake linings.

  • Page 56: Adjusting Free Travel Of Handbrake Lever (Exc Eu)

    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. – Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.

  • Page 57: Checking The Front Brake Linings

    Warning Danger of accidents Improper brake maintenance and repair. – Always have your brake system maintained and repaired in an authorized KTM workshop. – Press the brake caliper by hand on to the brake disc in order to press back the brake pistons.

  • Page 58: Mounting 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 59: Checking Free Travel Of Foot Brake Lever

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Remove the front brake linings. p. 55) – Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position. – Remove screws  – Remove cover with membrane   – Press the brake piston back to its basic position and make sure that no brake fluid overflows from the brake fluid reservoir.

  • Page 60: Checking The Rear Brake Fluid Level

    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. – Stand the vehicle upright. –...

  • Page 61: Checking 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 62: 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 Hazardous substances cause environmental damage. –...

  • Page 63: Removing The Front Wheel

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the front wheel 9.74 – Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 32) – Press the brake caliper by hand on to the brake disc in order to press back the brake pistons. Info Make sure when pushing back the brake pistons that you do not press the brake caliper against the spokes.

  • Page 64: Removing Rear Wheel

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Lift the front wheel into the fork, position it, and insert the wheel spindle. – Mount and tighten screw  Guideline Screw, front wheel spindle M24x1.5 45 Nm (33.2 lbf ft) – Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake pads are lying correctly on the brake disc.

  • Page 65: Checking Tire Condition

    9.78 Info Only mount tires approved and/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 66: Checking Tire Air Pressure

    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 67: Removing The Battery

    Environmental hazard Battery parts and acid are harmful to the environment. – Do not discard batteries with the household trash. Dispose of a defective battery in an environmentally compatible manner. Give the battery to your KTM dealer or to a recycling center that accepts used batteries.

  • Page 68: Removing A Fuse

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Warning Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage. – Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations. Info Even if there is no load on the battery, it loses power every day. The charge state and the type of charge are very important for the service life of the battery.

  • Page 69: Installing The 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 70: Removing The Seat

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the seat 9.88 – Remove screw . Lift up the seat at the rear, pull it back and then remove from  above. 500080-10 Mounting the seat 9.89 – 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 71: 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  upwards. 500067-10 Installing the fuel tank 9.91 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 72: Cooling System

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Cooling system 9.92 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 73: Draining 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 coolant does not meet specifications: –...

  • Page 74: Glass Fiber Yarn Filling Of Main Silencer

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Glass fiber yarn filling of main silencer 9.97 The main silencer is filled with glass fiber yarn. Over a period, the fibers of the insulating material vanish into the air, and the silencer "burns out". Not only is the noise level higher, the performance characteristic changes.

  • Page 75: Removing The Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Removing the air filter 9.102 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 Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.

  • Page 76: Adjusting Basic Position Of Clutch Lever

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting basic position of clutch lever 9.105 – 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 77: Carburetor - Idle

     setting. Guideline Idle mixture adjusting screw (530 EXC EU) Open 1.5 turns Idle mixture adjusting screw (XC‑W USA, 450 EXC EU) Open 1.75 turns Adjustment tool for mixture control screw (77329034000) 400341-10 – Run the engine until warm.

  • Page 78: Emptying The Carburetor Float Chamber

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Danger Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can result in uncon- sciousness and/or death. – When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient venti- lation, and do not start or run the engine in a closed space without an effective exhaust extraction system.

  • Page 79: Checking Engine Oil Level

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Warning Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment. – Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system. Info Carry out this work with a cold engine. –...

  • Page 80: Removing The Oil Filter

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Place a suitable container under the engine. – Remove engine oil plug screen  – Completely drain the engine oil. – Thoroughly clean the plug and gear oil screen. – Clean the sealing area on the engine. –...

  • Page 81: Filling Up With Engine Oil

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE – Mount oil filter cover  – Mount and tighten screws  Guideline Screw, oil filter cover 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) – Stand the motorcycle up. 200113-11 Filling up with engine oil 9.116 Info Too little engine oil or poor-quality engine oil results in premature wear to the engine.

  • Page 82: Changing Gear Oil, Cleaning Gear Oil Screen

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Condition Engine is cold. – Remove gear oil level check screw . Stand the vehicle upright.  – Check the gear oil level. A small amount of gear oil should flow out. » If no gear oil flows out: –...

  • Page 83: Filling Up With Gear Oil

    MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Filling up with gear oil 9.121 Info Too little gear oil or poor-quality oil results in premature wear to the transmission. – Remove the screw cap and fill up with gear oil.  Gear oil 0.90 l (0.95 qt.) Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) ( p.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Possible cause Action – The engine cannot be cranked (elec- Operating error Go through the steps of starting the engine. tric starter). p. 25) – Battery discharged Recharge the battery. p. 65) – Check the charging voltage. – Check the closed current.
  • Page 85 TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Possible cause Action – Engine has too little power. Air filter very dirty Clean the air filter. p. 73) – Exhaust system leaky, deformed or Check exhaust system for damage. too little glass fiber yarn filling in – Change glass fiber yarn filling of main main silencer silencer.

  • Page 86: 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, plug connectors, Bowden cables and bearings, etc., and can damage or destroy these parts. Warning Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.

  • Page 87: Storage

    Storage temperature of battery without direct sunshine. 0… 35 °C (32… 95 °F) – The storage place should be dry and not subject to large temperature differences. Info KTM recommends propping up the motorcycle. – Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 32) –...

  • Page 88: Technical Data - Engine

    TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE Design 1-cylinder 4-stroke engine, water-cooled Displacement (XC‑W USA, 450 EXC EU) 449.3 cm³ (27.418 cu in) Displacement (530 EXC EU) 510.4 cm³ (31.147 cu in) Stroke (XC‑W USA, 450 EXC EU) 63.4 mm (2.496 in) Stroke (530 EXC EU) 72 mm (2.83 in)

  • Page 89: Capacity - Coolant

    TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE Capacity - coolant 13.3 Coolant 0.95 l (1 qt.) Coolant ( p. 102) Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 102)

  • Page 90: Technical Data - Engine Tightening Torques

    TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES ® Screw, cable holder in generator cover 4 Nm (3 lbf ft) Loctite 243™ ® Locking screw for bearing 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite 243™ ® Oil jet, piston cooling 2 Nm (1.5 lbf ft) Loctite 243™...
  • Page 91 TECHNICAL DATA - ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES Screw, cylinder head M10x1.25 Tightening sequence: lubricated with engine oil Tighten diagonally, begin- ning with the rear screw on the chain shaft. Step 1 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Step 2 30 Nm (22.1 lbf ft) Step 3 50 Nm (36.9 lbf ft) –...

  • Page 92: Technical Data - Carburetor

    TECHNICAL DATA - CARBURETOR 450 EXC EU 15.1 Carburetor type KEIHIN FCR-MX 39 Carburetor identification number 3900I Needle position 4th position from top Idle mixture adjusting screw Open 1.75 turns Pump membrane stop 2.15 mm (0.0846 in) Main jet Jet needle...

  • Page 93: Technical Data - Chassis

    Rear 1.0 bar (15 psi) Road tire pressure (EXC EU) Front 1.5 bar (22 psi) Rear 2.0 bar (29 psi) Final drive (450 EXC EU) 15:45 (13:52) Final drive (XC‑W USA) 13:52 Final drive (530 EXC EU) 15:45 (14:52) Chain 5/8 x 1/4"...

  • Page 94: Tires

    80/100 - 21 51M TT 110/100 - 18 64M TT Bridgestone M59 Bridgestone M402 Additional information is available in the Service section under: http://www.ktm.com Capacity - fuel 16.3 Total fuel tank capacity, 9.0 l (2.38 US gal) Super unleaded (ROZ 95 / RON 95 / PON 91) ( p.

  • Page 95: Technical Data - Fork

    TECHNICAL DATA - FORK Fork part number 14.18.7E.06 Fork WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA Compression damping Comfort 26 clicks Standard 22 clicks Sport 20 clicks Rebound damping Comfort 24 clicks Standard 22 clicks Sport 22 clicks Spring length with preload spacer(s) 510 mm (20.08 in) Spring rate Weight of rider: 65…...

  • Page 96: Technical Data - Shock Absorber

    TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER Shock absorber part number 12.18.7E.06 Shock absorber WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC Compression damping, low-speed Comfort 18 clicks Standard 15 clicks Sport 12 clicks Compression damping, high-speed Comfort 2 turns Standard 1.5 turns Sport 1 turn Rebound damping Comfort 26 clicks...

  • Page 97: Technical Data - Tightening Torques For Chassis

    TECHNICAL DATA - TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR CHASSIS – Spoke nipple, front wheel M4.5 5… 6 Nm (3.7… 4.4 lbf ft) – Screw, spoiler on fuel tank (XC‑W USA) M5x12 1.5 Nm (1.11 lbf ft) – Spoke nipple, rear wheel 5… 6 Nm (3.7… 4.4 lbf ft) –...

  • Page 98: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM Wiring diagram (EXC EU) 20.1 CX/2 CZ/3 DB/4 CW/2 CY/3 DA/4 AK1/2 DG/4 CW2/2 CW3/2 AH1/2 CX3/2 BP/4 CX2/2 ye-bl bl-wh bu-wh ye-re ye-re ye-re bu-wh ye-bl re-wh re-bl BA2/1 ye-bl ye-re ye-re wh-re re-bl re-wh CR/1 CR1/1 wh-re wh-gn BG1/3...
  • Page 99 WIRING DIAGRAM CDI controller Throttle position sensor Wheel speed sensor Thermoswitch (EXC SIX DAYS) Battery Generator Right rear flasher Left front flasher Left rear flasher Right front flasher Brake/tail light Parking light License plate lamp Low/high beam Horn Radiator fan (EXC SIX DAYS) Flasher indicator light High beam indicator light Starter relay with main fuse...
  • Page 100 WIRING DIAGRAM Yellow ye-bl Yellow-black ye-re Yellow-red...
  • Page 101 WIRING DIAGRAM...

  • Page 102: Wiring Diagram (Xc-W Usa)

    WIRING DIAGRAM Wiring diagram (XC‑W USA) 20.2 bl-wh ye-bl bu-wh bu-wh ye-bl re-wh re-bl ye-re wh-re ye-re re-bl wh-re re-wh ye-re 500248-10...
  • Page 103 WIRING DIAGRAM CDI controller Throttle position sensor Wheel speed sensor Thermoswitch (XC-W ZA) Battery Generator Brake/tail light (XC-W ZA) Parking light (XC-W ZA) Low/high beam (XC-W ZA) Radiator fan (XC-W ZA) Starter relay with main fuse Pulse generator Ignition coil Starter motor Voltage regulator/rectifier Speedometer...

  • Page 104: 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 105: 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 106 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES Oil for foam air filter Specification – ® KTM recommends Motorex products. Supplier ® Motorex – Twin Air Liquid Bio Power Universal oil spray Specification – ® KTM recommends Motorex products. Supplier ® Motorex – Joker 440 Universal...

  • Page 107: Standards

    STANDARDS JASO T903 MA Different technical development directions required a new specification for 4-stroke motorcycles – the JASO T903 MA Standard. Ear- lier, engine oils from the automobile industry were used for 4-stroke motorcycles because there was no separate motorcycle specifi- cation.

  • Page 108: Index

    INDEX Clutch lever ........11 adjusting basic position ..... . . 74 Accessories .
  • Page 109 INDEX Fuel tank installing ....... . . 69 Play in gas Bowden cable removing .
  • Page 110 INDEX Storage ........85 Technical data carburetor .
  • Page 111 *3211484en* 3211484en KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG 5230 Mattighofen/Austria http://www.ktm.com...

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