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KTM 250 SX-F 2023 Setup Instructions

KTM 250 SX-F 2023 Setup Instructions

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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
2023
250 SX‑F
250 XC‑F
Art. no. 3214728en

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  • Page 1 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2023 250 SX‑F 250 XC‑F Art. no. 3214728en...
  • Page 3 KTM Sportmotorcycle accepts no liability for delivery options, devi- ations from figures and descriptions, as well as 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 – 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. V02693-01 –...
  • Page 7 SETUP 2 – Position the controls on the left handlebar half. Guideline Screw, fixed 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) grip Loctite ® 243™ F03859-01 (XC‑F US) – Preassemble the hand guards on the left and right. F01067-01 – Mount the left hand guard. –...
  • Page 8 2 SETUP – Remove the start number plate. ( p. 12) – Join all plug-in connectors. – Route the cables without tension and secure with the cable ties. – Install the start number plate. ( p. 12) F03861-01 – Mount the handlebar cushion. F03862-01 –...
  • Page 9 SETUP 2 – Apply pressure to the spring with your thumb. – Mount pin I00080-10 – Mount the washer and splint – Repeat these steps on the opposite side. I00081-10 – Position the left frame protector. – Insert the right frame protector from below and push it to the rear.
  • Page 10 2 SETUP – Unpack and mount the KTM PowerParts included in the deliv- ery (optional). Info Read the accompanying KTM PowerParts fitting instruc- tions. – Stick displacement sticker on the left and right of the side cover. – Attach the stickers included in the scope of supply (optional).
  • Page 11 WORK 3 Removing the motorcycle from the 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 12 3 WORK Lift stand (78129955100) Neither wheel is in contact with the ground. – Secure the motorcycle against falling over. Removing the front wheel Preparatory work – Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 9) Main work – Manually press the brake caliper toward the brake disc to push back the brake pistons.
  • Page 13 WORK 3 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. –...
  • Page 14 3 WORK Installing front fender Main work – Position front fender. Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining screws, 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) chassis S05339-10 Finishing work – Install the start number plate. ( p. 12) Removing the start number plate –...
  • Page 15 WORK 3 Removing the seat Caution Danger of burns The voltage regulator gets very hot when the vehicle is driven. – Allow the voltage regulator to cool down before performing any work. – Remove screw S05350-10 – Raise seat, pull it toward the fuel tank and take it off. S05351-10 Mounting the seat –...
  • Page 16 3 WORK – Mount and tighten screw Guideline Screw, seat fixing 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) S05350-10 3.10 Charging the 12-V battery Warning Risk of injury 12 V batteries contain harmful substances. – Keep 12 V batteries out of the reach of children. –...
  • Page 17 WORK 3 Main work – Connect a battery charger to the 12-V battery. Adjust the bat- tery charger. EU battery charger XCharge‑professional (00029095050) Alternative 1 US battery charger XCharge‑professional (00029095051) Alternative 2 311910-10 UK battery charger XCharge‑professional (00029095052) Info Follow the instructions of the charger and the manual. –...
  • Page 18 3 WORK 3.12 Connecting the negative cable of the 12-V battery Main work – Connect negative cable of the 12-V battery. Guideline Screw, battery termi- 2.5 Nm (1.84 lbf ft) Contact disk must be mounted under screw cable lug with the claws toward the battery terminal. E03231-10 Finishing work –...
  • Page 19 WORK 3 (All SX‑F models) – Turn fuel tank filler cap counterclockwise and lift it off. S05373-10 (XC‑F US) – Press release button , turn the fuel tank filler cap coun- terclockwise, and lift it off. S05374-10 3.14 Closing the fuel tank filler cap (All SX‑F models) –...
  • Page 20 3 WORK 3.15 Refueling 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. – Switch off the engine for refueling.
  • Page 21 WORK 3 – Close the fuel tank filler cap. ( p. 17)
  • Page 22: Technical Data

    4 TECHNICAL DATA Chassis tightening torques EJOT PT Screw, air filter box cover ® K60x20-Z 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft) EJOT PT Screw, air filter box, on subframe ® K60x20AL 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) EJOT PT ® Screw, combination switch K50x18 T20 2 Nm (1.5 lbf ft) Screw, fuel pump on fuel tank...
  • Page 23 TECHNICAL DATA 4 Screw, rear brake disc 14 Nm (10.3 lbf ft) Loctite ® 243™ Screw, seat fixing 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) Screw, starter cable to starter relay 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Screw, throttle grip 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) Nut, foot brake lever stop 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) Nut, rear sprocket screw...
  • Page 24 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 25: Auxiliary Substances

    AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES 6 Long-life grease Recommended supplier MOTOREX ® – Bike Grease 2000...
  • Page 26 *3214728en* 3214728en 01.07.2022 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH 5230 Mattighofen/Austria Photo: Mitterbauer/KISKA/KTM KTM.COM...

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