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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2020 790 Adventure R 790 Adventure R Rally Art. no. 3214166en...
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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.
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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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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.
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2 SETUP – 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. – Remove the separate enclosure and unpack it. Check the sepa- rate enclosure for completeness.
SETUP 2 Handlebar scale markings are located centrally between the handlebar clamps. Info Keep the installed gap widths equal when tightening. – Mount the right hand guard. Guideline Hand guard fitting 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Hand guard screw 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) F02129-01 –...
2 SETUP – Position the brake assembly on the handlebar. – Position brake assembly clamp on the handlebar. The holding lug of the clamp engages in the combination switch. – Mount and tighten screws Guideline Screw, brake assem- 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) F02131-10 –...
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SETUP 2 – Mount and tighten the rear mirror on both sides. F02150-01 – Mount rubber bushings on windshield – Mount windshield on windshield bracket The windshield engages on the left and right in the recesses of the windshield bracket. –...
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2 SETUP (790 Adventure R EU/ASEAN/CN/PH, 790 Adventure R Rally EU) – Mount reflector with rubber bushings and tension washers on the license plate holder – Position the license plate bracket on the license plate sup- port. – Mount and tighten screws Guideline Screw, license 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
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SETUP 2 – Position the left fuel tank cover. – Mount and tighten screws with the collar bushings and the absorbing elements. Guideline Screw, fuel tank M6x18 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) Loctite ® 243™ cover – Position the right fuel tank cover. –...
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2 SETUP – Mount screws , but do not tighten yet. Guideline Screw, engine guard M6x8 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) F02140-10 – Mount screws , but do not tighten yet. Guideline Screw, fuel tank M6x12 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) cover The engine guard is directed evenly toward the front.
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Remove the labels from the brake line and the frame. – Remove the remaining films. – Check the headlight setting. ( p. 22) – Refuel. ( p. 24) – Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the KTM Dealer.net for handover to the customer. F02146-10...
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3 WORK Removing the seat – Insert the ignition key in seat lock and turn it clockwise. – Raise the rear of the seat, pull the seat back, and lift it off. – Remove the ignition key. H02022-10 Mounting the seat –...
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WORK 3 Main work – Lift the elastic fastener and detach in area – Open storage compartment. F02012-10 Closing the storage compartment on the left Main work – Close the storage compartment. – Raise elastic fastener and hang up in area F02013-10 Finishing work –...
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3 WORK Installing the left side cover Main work – Position the left side cover with holding lug on bushing and push backward. The left side cover engages under the tail part. – Press the left side cover in area into rubber bushing and press into rubber bushing in area...
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WORK 3 Main work – Lift the elastic fastener and detach in area – Open storage compartment. F02014-10 Closing the storage compartment on the right Main work – Close the storage compartment. – Raise elastic fastener and hang up in area F02015-10 Finishing work –...
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3 WORK 3.10 Installing the right side cover Main work – Position the right side cover with holding lug on bush- and push backward. The right side cover engages under the tail part. – Press the right side cover in the area into rubber bush- and press into rubber bushing in area...
WORK 3 (All special models) – Remove screw – Remove the clamp. A00681-10 – Remove screw with the washer. – Take off the main silencer. Info Both the accessory main silencer as well as the original main silencer are included in the scope of supply.
3 WORK – Tighten screw Guideline Screw, exhaust 25 Nm clamp (18.4 lbf ft) A00683-10 (All special models) Info Both the accessory main silencer as well as the original main silencer are included in the scope of supply. – Position the main silencer with the gasket. –...
WORK 3 3.13 Removing the battery cover Preparatory work – Remove the seat. ( p. 12) Main work – Remove screws with the bushings. – Remove the battery cover from above. F02044-10 3.14 Installing the battery cover Main work – Position the battery cover with holding lugs bushings and push downward.
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3 WORK Note Environmental hazard 12 V batteries contain environmentally hazardous materials. – Do not dispose of 12 V batteries as household waste. – Dispose of 12 V batteries at a collection point for used batteries. Note Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage. –...
WORK 3 Guideline The charging current, charging voltage, and charging time must not be exceeded. Recharge the 12-V battery 3 months regularly when the motorcy- cle is not being used Finishing work – Connect the negative cable of the 12-V battery. ( p.
3 WORK 3.17 Connecting the negative cable of the 12-V battery Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns. – Keep 12 V batteries out of the reach of children. – Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses. –...
WORK 3 The light-dark boundary must be exactly on the lower mark- ing when the motorcycle is ready to be operated with the rider mounted along with any luggage and a passenger if applicable. » If the boundary between light and dark does not meet specifications: –...
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31) Info An optional flash file allows lower quality fuel to be used. Further information, for example relating to octane number, is available from an authorized KTM dealer. – Close the fuel tank filler cap. ( p. 25) F02023-10...
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WORK 3 3.21 Opening the fuel tank filler cap Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled. – Do not fuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes. –...
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3 WORK Warning Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable, toxic and a health hazard. – Check that the fuel tank filler cap is locked cor- rectly after closing. – Change your clothing if fuel spills on them. – Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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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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