Summary of Contents for KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2018 1290 Super Duke R Art. no. 3213804en...
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KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from figures 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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SETUP 2 Unpacking and setting up the vehicle Preparatory work – Remove the box. Main work – Remove the adhesive tape in the upper area of the motorcycle. S01841-10 – Roll down the film at the sides. Info To avoid damaging the motorcycle during unpacking, leave the other films on the vehicle until you have fin- ished work on the vehicle.
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2 SETUP – Position the handlebar. The markings of the handlebar scale are located centrally between the handlebar clamp. – Position the handlebar clamp. Mount and tighten the screws evenly. Guideline Screw, handlebar 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) clamp S01846-10 –...
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SETUP 2 – Mount splash protector with screws on license plate holder Guideline Remaining screws, EJOT PT ® 1 Nm (0.7 lbf ft) chassis K50x12 S01851-10 – Mount reflector with spring washers on holding plate – Mount holding plate on license plate bracket (All EU/JP models) –...
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Plug in the connector of starter relay – Recharge the battery. ( p. 12) – Remove the protective film. – Refuel. ( p. 13) – Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the KTM Dealer.net for handover to the customer. S01856-10...
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WORK 3 Removing the passenger seat – Insert the Race‑on key or the black ignition key into the seat lock and turn clockwise. – Lift the passenger seat at the front and pull it out of the bracket toward the front. –...
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3 WORK Removing the battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns. – Keep 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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WORK 3 Installing the battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns. – Keep 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 – Position cover Screw heads engage in recesses – Mount and tighten screw V01154-10 Finishing work – Mount the front rider's seat. ( p. 7) – Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 7) – Set the time and date. Disconnecting the negative cable of the battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
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WORK 3 Main work – Remove screw – Lift cover at the rear and pull toward the rear. – Fold up the cover. T00488-10 – Disconnect negative cable from the battery. T00491-11 Connecting the negative cable of the battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
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3 WORK – Fold down cover – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Remaining screws, 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) chassis T00489-11 Finishing work – Mount the front rider's seat. ( p. 7) – Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 7) –...
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WORK 3 – Remove the front rider's seat. ( p. 7) – Disconnect the negative cable of the battery. ( p. 10) Main work – Connect the battery charger to the battery. Adjust the battery charger. EU battery charger XCharge-professional (00029095050) Alternative 1 US battery charger XCharge-professional (00029095051)
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3 WORK Warning Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard. – Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel. – Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel. – Do not inhale fuel vapors. – In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water. –...
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WORK 3 Warning Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard. – Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel. – Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel. – Do not inhale fuel vapors. – In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water. –...
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3 WORK 3.13 Clock/Date Condition • The motorcycle is stationary. – Press the SET button when the menu is closed. – Press the UP or DOWN button until the Settings menu is marked on the display. Press the SET button to open the menu. –...
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4 TECHNICAL DATA Nut, rear axle, shock absorber side M35x1.5 200 Nm (147.5 lbf ft) Loctite ® 262™/lock the locking wire with locking varnish Nut, rear axle M50x1.5 250 Nm (184.4 lbf ft) Thread greased/lock locking wire with locking varnish...
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SUBSTANCES 5 Super unleaded (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91) Standard/classification – DIN EN 228 (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91) Guideline – Only use unleaded super fuel that matches or is equivalent to the specified fuel grade. – Fuel with an ethanol content of up to 10 % (E10 fuel) is safe to use. Info Do not use fuel containing methanol (e.
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