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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
2021
450 SX‑F
450 XC-F
450 SX‑F FACTORY EDITION
Art. no. 3214370en

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  • Page 1 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2021 450 SX‑F 450 XC-F 450 SX‑F FACTORY EDITION Art. no. 3214370en...
  • Page 3 KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from fig- ures 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 To operate the vehicle, the vehicle electronics must be enabled. This process is conducted during initial setup in KTM Dealer.net. Enabling ensures that the initial setup in KTM Dealer.net is docu- mented. Enabling can be performed either temporarily, e.g. for a test ride, or permanently for vehicle handover.
  • Page 6 2 SETUP Info An assistant prevents the motorcycle from falling over. – Together with an assistant, take the vehicle off the pallet. – Position the vehicle on a lift stand. – Check the vehicle for transport damage. Info The procedure in the event of transport damage is described in the customer service manual.
  • Page 7 SETUP 2 – Remove the cardboard from around the shock absorber. – Position the angle lever and linkage lever. – Mount and tighten fitting Guideline Nut, linkage lever M14x1.5 60 Nm on angle lever (44.3 lbf ft) – Mount and tighten screw Guideline F01629-10 Screw, bottom...
  • Page 8 2 SETUP – Remove screws . Take off handlebar supports – Position rubber bushings and push through nuts from below. – Place handlebar supports in required position. Info The handlebar supports are longer and higher on one side. Position the left and right handlebar supports evenly. –...
  • Page 9 SETUP 2 – Position the controls on the right half of the handlebar. Guideline Screw, throttle grip 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) K00645-10 – Position the controls on the left handlebar half. Guideline Screw, fixed 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) Loctite ®...
  • Page 10 2 SETUP – Mount the left hand guard. – Mount the right hand guard. F01068-01 (all SX‑F models) – Join plug-in connector – Attach cable in the indicator lamp bracket – Route the cables without tension and secure with the cable ties.
  • Page 11 SETUP 2 (Factory Edition) – Mount the Factory‑Start. Info Read the accompanying KTM PowerParts instruc- tions. F02598-01 (Factory Edition) – Mount the brake disc guard. Info Read the accompanying KTM PowerParts instruc- tions. Align the brake disc guard so that the distances are the same size.
  • Page 12 2 SETUP – Position spring as shown. Spring engages in area K00621-12 – Press the spring with special tool Footrest spring plier (79029083000) The special tool is applied to area on the footrest. – Mount pin F01630-10 – Mount the washer and splint –...
  • Page 13 SETUP 2 – Position spring as shown. Spring engages in area K00621-12 – Press the spring with special tool Footrest spring plier (79029083000) The special tool is applied to area on the footrest. – Mount pin F01630-10 – Mount the washer and splint F01631-10 Left footrest (XC‑F US) –...
  • Page 14 2 SETUP – Position spring as shown. Spring engages in area K00688-10 – Press the spring with special tool Footrest spring plier (79029083000) The special tool is applied to area on the footrest. – Mount pin F01632-10 – Mount the washer and splint F01633-10 –...
  • Page 15 Slide positive terminal cover over the positive terminal. – Charge the 12-V battery. ( p. 20) – Unpack and mount the KTM PowerParts included in the deliv- ery (optional). Info F01636-10 Read the accompanying KTM PowerParts fitting instruc- tions. –...
  • Page 16 3 WORK Raising the motorcycle with a lift stand Note Material damage The vehicle may be damaged by incorrect procedure when parking. Significant damage may be caused if the vehicle rolls away or falls over. The components for parking the vehicle are designed only for the weight of the vehicle. –...
  • Page 17 WORK 3 (XC‑F US) – Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. – Remove the lift stand. – To park the motorcycle, press side stand to the ground with your foot and lean the motorcycle on it. Info When you are riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with rubber strap.
  • Page 18 3 WORK – Align the brake disc guard so that distance equal in size. S01633-10 – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Screw, front wheel M20x1.5 35 Nm (25.8 lbf ft) spindle – Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake lin- ings are seated correctly against the brake disc.
  • Page 19 WORK 3 Installing the start number plate – Position the brake line in holders on the start number plate. – Position the start number plate. Mount and tighten screw The holding lugs engage in the fender. F01525-10 Removing the seat Caution Danger of burns The voltage regulator gets very hot when the vehicle is driven.
  • Page 20 3 WORK – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Remaining screws, 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) chassis F01533-10 Removing the air filter box cover Condition The air filter box cover is secured. – Remove the seat. ( p. 17) – Remove screw F01534-10 –...
  • Page 21 WORK 3 Installing the air filter box cover (all SX‑F models) Condition The air filter box cover is secured. – Insert the air filter box cover in area and clip it into area Info An air filter box cover with openings for greater airflow and a more direct response is included.
  • Page 22 3 WORK Condition The air filter box cover is not secured. – Insert the air filter box cover in area and clip it into area F01535-11 3.10 Installing the engine guard (Factory Edition) – Position the engine guard on the frame. –...
  • Page 23 WORK 3 Note 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 regulations. Info Even when there is no load on the 12-V battery, it discharges steadily each day. The charging level and the method of charging are very important for the service life of the 12-V battery.
  • Page 24 3 WORK 3.12 Disconnecting the negative cable of the 12-V battery Preparatory work – Remove the seat. ( p. 17) Main work – Disconnect negative cable of the 12-V battery. R01414-10 3.13 Connecting the negative cable of the 12 V battery Main work –...
  • Page 25 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. –...
  • Page 26 3 WORK (XC‑F US) – Mount the fuel tank filler cap and turn it clockwise until release button engages. Info Route fuel tank breather hose without kinks. F01556-10 3.16 Refueling Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled. –...
  • Page 27 WORK 3 – Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to measurement Guideline 35 mm (1.38 in) Measurement of Total fuel tank capacity, approx. (all SX‑F models) Super unleaded (ROZ 95) ( p. 28) 7 l (1.8 US gal) Total fuel tank capacity, approx. (XC‑F US) Super unleaded (ROZ 95) ( p.

  • Page 28: Technical Data

    4 TECHNICAL DATA Chassis tightening torques EJOT PT Remaining screws, chassis ® K60x25‑Z 1 Nm (0.7 lbf ft) EJOT PT Screw, combination switch (All EU ® K50x18 2 Nm (1.5 lbf ft) models) EJOT PT Screw, intake air temperature sen- ®...
  • Page 29 TECHNICAL DATA 4 Screw, front brake caliper 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) Loctite ® 243™ Screw, handlebar clamp 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) Screw, manifold 15 Nm (11.1 lbf ft) Screw, side stand attachment 33 Nm (24.3 lbf ft) Loctite ®...
  • Page 30 5 SUBSTANCES Super unleaded (ROZ 95) Standard/classification – DIN EN 228 (ROZ 95) Guideline – Only use super unleaded fuel that matches or is equivalent to the specified standard. – Fuel with an ethanol content of up to 10% (E10 fuel) is safe to use. Info Do not use fuel containing methanol (e.g., M15, M85, M100) or more than 10% ethanol (e.g., E15, E25, E85, E100).

  • Page 31: Auxiliary Substances

    AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES 6 Long-life grease Recommended supplier MOTOREX ® – Bike Grease 2000...
  • Page 32 *3214370en* 3214370en 02/2021 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH 5230 Mattighofen/Austria Photo: Mitterbauer/KISKA/KTM KTM.com...

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