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KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 Setup Instructions

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 Setup Instructions

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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
2018
1290 Super Duke GT
Art. no. 3213784en

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  • Page 1 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2018 1290 Super Duke GT Art. no. 3213784en...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4: Means Of Representation

    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.
  • Page 5 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. S01182-01 – 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.
  • Page 6 2 SETUP Warning Danger of accidents A repaired handlebar poses a safety risk. If the handlebar is bent or straightened, the mate- rial becomes fatigued. The handlebar may break as a result. – Change the handlebar if the handlebar is damaged E00283-10 or bent.
  • Page 7 SETUP 2 – Position windshield – Mount and tighten screws Guideline Screw, windshield 3.5 Nm (2.58 lbf ft) E00279-10 – Mount splash protector with screws on license plate holder Guideline Remaining screws, EJOT PT ® 1 Nm (0.7 lbf ft) chassis K50x12 E00281-10...
  • Page 8 Observe the accompanying fitting instructions. – Recharge the battery. ( p. 9) E00280-10 – Remove the protective film. – Refuel. ( p. 12) – Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the KTM Dealer.net for handover to the customer.
  • Page 9: Mounting The Passenger Seat

    WORK 3 Removing the passenger seat – Insert the ignition key in seat lock and turn it clockwise. – Raise front of the passenger seat, pull toward the fuel tank, and take off from above. – Remove the ignition key. S01106-10 Mounting the passenger seat –...
  • Page 10 3 WORK Mounting the front rider's seat Main work – Attach recesses on the front rider's seat to the fuel tank, push the front rider's seat forward. – Position locking pin in the lock housing and push down the front rider's seat at the rear. The locking pin engages with an audible click.
  • Page 11: Recharging The Battery

    WORK 3 Recharging 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. –...
  • Page 12 3 WORK Alternative 3 UK battery charger XCharge-professional (00029095052) Alternative 4 CH battery charger XCharge-professional (00029095053) Info Follow the instructions of the charger and the manual. – Disconnect the battery charger after charging the battery. Guideline The charging current, charging voltage, and charging time must not be exceeded.
  • Page 13 WORK 3 Main work – Remove screw – Lift cover at the rear and pull toward the rear. – Fold up the cover. E00168-10 – Disconnect negative cable from the battery. D01427-10 Connecting the negative cable of the battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
  • Page 14 3 WORK – Fold down cover – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Remaining screws, 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) chassis D01428-10 Finishing work – Mount the front rider's seat. ( p. 8) – Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 7) –...
  • Page 15 WORK 3 – Switch off the engine. – Open the filler cap. ( p. 13) – Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to the lower edge of the filler neck. Total fuel tank 23 l Super unleaded capacity, approx. (6.1 US gal) (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91)
  • Page 16 3 WORK Note Danger of damage The ignition key may break if overloaded. Damaged ignition keys must be replaced. – Push down on the filler cap to take pressure off the igni- tion key. – Turn ignition key clockwise. – Fold open filler cap H01282-10 3.11 Closing the filler cap...
  • Page 17: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA 4 Chassis tightening torques EJOT PT Remaining screws, chassis ® K50x12 1 Nm (0.7 lbf ft) EJOT PT Remaining screws, chassis ® K50x14 1 Nm (0.7 lbf ft) EJOT PT ® Remaining screws, chassis K50x16 2 Nm (1.5 lbf ft) Remaining screws, chassis EJOT PT ®...
  • Page 18 4 TECHNICAL DATA Screw, fuel pump 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Screw, license plate holder on 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft) lower rear panel Screw, radiator hose clip 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft) Screw, sensor box 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite ®...
  • Page 19 TECHNICAL DATA 4 Screw, rear brake caliper 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) Loctite ® 2701™ Screw, rear brake disc 30 Nm (22.1 lbf ft) Loctite ® 243™ Screw, shift lever on footrest 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) Loctite ® 243™ bracket Screw, shift shaft deflector on 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
  • Page 20 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...
  • Page 21 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.
  • Page 22 *3213784en* 3213784en 08/2017 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH 5230 Mattighofen/Austria Photo: Mitterbauer/KTM http://www.ktm.com...