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 Unpacking and setting up the vehicle Condition Packaging V2 – Remove the box and the plastic packaging. Info To avoid damaging the motorcycle during the setup, leave the protective film on the vehicle until you have finished. – Remove the separate enclosure and unpack it. Check that the scope of supply is complete on the basis of the enclosed packing list.
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SETUP – Position turn signal indicator lamp {2} in the speedometer bracket. H01768-10 – Mount the connector retainer and speedometer on the upper triple clamp. – Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –...
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SETUP (EXC‑F Six Days) – Remove screws and take off handlebar supports. – Move the handlebar supports to the desired position and mount and tighten screws Guideline Screw, handlebar holder 40 Nm Loctite ® 243™ (29.5 lbf ft) Info Position the left and right handlebar supports evenly.
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SETUP (EXC‑F Six Days) Warning Voiding of the government approval for road use and the insurance cover- age If the combination switch is installed, the vehicle's approval for road use is invalidated. – Only operate the vehicle in closed-off areas remote from public road traffic if the combination switch is installed.
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SETUP (EXC‑F Six Days) Warning Voiding of the government approval for road use and the insurance cover- age If the combination switch is installed, the vehicle's approval for road use is invalidated. – Only operate the vehicle in closed-off areas remote from public road traffic if the combination switch is installed.
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SETUP – Mount the left hand guard. – Mount the right hand guard. E00481-01 – Secure the handlebar cushion with two cable ties. – Install the front fender. ( p. 20) – Install the front wheel. ( p. 20) – Remove the battery.
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SETUP – Route the turn signal wiring harness from front to back as far as the battery compartment. – Position and secure the turn signal wiring harness under the rubber bands of the fuel tank contact area on the main wiring harness. S01394-10 –...
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SETUP – Remove screws – Carefully remove the tail light cable from the frame and in doing so pay atten- tion to the connector. – Remove license plate holder with tail light to the rear. S01416-10 – Remove screws and hang the tail light to the side.
SETUP – Carefully guide the tail light cable through the frame and in doing so pay atten- tion to the connector. – Position license plate holder on the rear. – Mount and tighten screws E00495-10 – Mount and tighten screw with the collar bushing.
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SETUP – Attach the side cover in area and engage it in area – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Screw, subframe 35 Nm Loctite ® 2701™ (25.8 lbf ft) – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm E00494-10 (7.4 lbf ft)
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SETUP – Position spring as shown. Spring engages in area S01395-10 – Press the spring with special tool Pliers for footrest spring (79029083000) The special tool is applied to area on the footrest. – Mount pin S01396-10 –...
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(EXC‑F AU, EXC‑F Six Days) – Install the engine guard. ( p. 28) – Unpack and mount the KTM PowerParts included in the delivery (optional). Info Read the accompanying KTM PowerParts fitting instructions. – Apply the label included in the delivery (optional).
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– Position all controls in their exact positions on the handlebar. Tighten all screws. – Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the KTM Dealer.net for han- dover to the customer. Info In order to be able to start the motorcycle, the transport mode must be...
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WORK Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand Note Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over. – Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface. – Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine. Lift stand (78129955100) Neither wheel is in contact with the ground.
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WORK (EXC-F US) – Switch off all power consumers and switch off the engine. – Detach the brake line and wiring harness from the headlight mask. – Release rubber bands . Slide the headlight mask up and swing it forward. V00469-10 –...
WORK Finishing work – Check the headlight setting. ( p. 18) Checking the headlight setting – Position the vehicle upright on a horizontal surface in front of a light wall and make a mark at the height of the center of the low beam headlight. –...
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WORK Installing the fork legs Main work (EXC‑F EU/AU/BR, EXC-F US) – Position the fork legs. Bleeder screws are positioned toward the front. Info Grooves are milled into the side of the upper end of the fork legs. The second milled groove (from the top) must be flush with the top edge of the upper triple clamp.
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WORK Installing the front wheel Warning Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect. – Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease. – Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary. –...
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WORK (EXC‑F Six Days) – Position the front fender. Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) K00576-10 – Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) S01321-10 Finishing work –...
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WORK 3.13 Removing the battery Warning Environmental hazard Batteries contain environmentally-hazardous materials. – Do not dispose of batteries as household waste. – Dispose of batteries at a collection point for used batteries. Warning Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage. – Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu- lations.
WORK 3.14 Installing the battery Main work – Insert the battery into the battery compartment with the terminals facing forward and secure with holding bracket (EXC‑F EU/AU, EXC‑F Six Days, EXC-F US) Battery (HJTZ5S-FP) (EXC‑F BR) Battery (YTX5L-BS) – ...
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WORK Info Even when there is no load on the battery, it discharges steadily. The charging level and the method of charging are very important for the service life of the battery. Rapid recharging with a high charging current shortens the service life of the battery. If the charging current, charging voltage, and charging time are exceeded, the battery will be destroyed.
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WORK Main work – Unplug connector of the fuel pump. – Remove the tube from the fuel tank breather. K00555-10 (EXC‑F EU/AU/BR, EXC‑F Six Days) – Thoroughly clean the plug-in connection of the fuel line using compressed air. Info Under no circumstances should dirt enter into the fuel line.
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WORK 3.17 Installing the fuel tank Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled. – Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes. –...
WORK (EXC-F US) – Plug in connector for the fuel pump. – Remove the wash cap set. – Thoroughly clean the plug-in connection of the fuel line using compressed air. Info Under no circumstances should dirt enter into the fuel line. Dirt in the fuel line clogs the injection valve! –...
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WORK Finishing work – Install the fuel tank. ( p. 26) – Mount the seat. ( p. 21) 3.19 Installing the engine guard (EXC‑F AU, EXC‑F Six Days) – Attach the engine guard on the frame at the rear and swing up at the front. –...
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WORK 3.21 Closing the filler cap – Fit the filler cap and turn clockwise until release button locks in place. Info Route fuel tank breather hose without kinks. M01472-11 3.22 Refueling Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled. –...
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WORK 3.23 Setting kilometers or miles Info If you change the unit, the value ODO is retained and converted accordingly. The values TR1 , TR2 , A1 , A2 and S1 are cleared when the unit of measure is changed. Condition The motorcycle is stationary.
WORK 3.25 Setting the clock Condition The motorcycle is stationary. – Repeatedly press the button briefly until CLK appears at the bottom right of the display. – Press the button for 2–3 seconds. The hour display flashes. – Set the hour display with the button and/or button –...
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SUBSTANCES 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.