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Summarization of Contents
IMPORTANT Information and Serial Number Recording
Please insert the series numbers of your motorcycle in the boxes below
Instructions for recording motorcycle serial numbers for identification.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
Chassis number
Location and instruction to record the motorcycle's chassis number.
Engine number, engine type
Location and instruction to record the engine number and type.
OPERATION INSTRUMENTS
Clutch lever
Description and adjustment of the clutch lever play.
Hand decompression lever
Usage instructions for the hand decompression lever.
Choke lever (EGS)
Operation and adjustment of the EGS choke lever.
Hand brake lever
Operation of the front wheel hand brake lever.
Speedometer, control lamps (SC)
Description of speedometer and warning lamps for SC models.
Odometer (SC - USA)
Function and adjustment of the odometer for SC USA models.
Speedometer, control lamps (EGS)
Description of speedometer and warning lamps for EGS models.
Ignition lock
Explanation of ignition lock positions and key removal.
Short circuit button (SX)
Function of the short circuit button to turn off the engine.
Combination switch (SC)
Operation of light and horn switches on SC models.
Combination switch (SC - Aus, SGP)
Operation of switches for SC Aus/SGP models.
Flasher switch (SC)
Operation of the flasher switch for SC models.
Combination switch (EGS)
Operation of light and horn switches on EGS models.
Emergency OFF switch (EGS)
Function of the emergency OFF switch for EGS models.
Filler cap
Procedure for opening and closing the fuel filler cap.
Fuel
Recommended fuel type and octane rating for LC4 engines.
Fuel tap
Operation of the fuel tap positions (OFF, ON, RES).
Choke (SX, SC)
Operation of the choke for cold starts on SX/SC models.
Hot-start device
Use of the hot-start button for easier starting of a warm engine.
Shift lever
Identification of gear positions and the shift lever.
Kickstarter
Location and usage warning for the kickstarter.
Foot brake pedal
Location and adjustment of the foot brake pedal.
Handlebar lock
Procedure for locking the handlebar.
Compression damping of fork
Adjustment of compression damping on the front fork.
Rebound damping of fork
Adjustment of rebound damping on the front fork.
Compression damping of shock absorber
Adjustment of compression damping on the rear shock absorber.
Rebound damping of shock absorber
Adjustment of rebound damping on the rear shock absorber.
Baggage rack (EGS)
Information on the load capacity of the EGS baggage rack.
DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS
Checks before each start
Essential checks to perform on the motorcycle before every ride.
Instructions for initial operation
Guidance for the first rides and familiarization with the vehicle.
Running in the LC-4 models
Procedures and speed limits for breaking in LC4 engines.
Starting when the engine is cold
Step-by-step guide for starting a cold engine.
Starting when the engine is warm
Step-by-step guide for starting a warm engine.
Starting when the engine is hot
Step-by-step guide for starting a hot engine.
What to do when the engine is „flooded"
Procedure for dealing with a flooded engine.
Starting off
How to safely start moving the motorcycle from a standstill.
Shifting/Riding
Guidance on gear shifting and general riding techniques.
Braking
Proper braking techniques and considerations for different conditions.
Stopping and parking
Procedures for stopping the engine and parking the motorcycle securely.
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
Removal of seat (SX, SC)
Steps to remove the seat on SX and SC models.
Removal of seat (EGS)
Steps to remove the seat on EGS models.
Tool set (SC)
Location of the tool set on SC models.
Tool set (EGS)
Location of the tool set on EGS models.
Breather plug front fork
Procedure for using front fork breather plugs.
Check and adjust steering head bearing*
How to check and adjust the steering head bearing play.
Changing the spring preloading of the shock absorber
Adjusting the rear shock absorber spring preload.
Lubricate rear suspension linkage
Lubrication procedure for the rear suspension linkage.
Checking rubber ring on the WP rear shock absorber
Inspection of the rubber ring on the rear shock absorber.
Checking chain tension
Method for checking the drive chain tension.
Correct chain tension
Procedure for adjusting the drive chain tension.
Chain maintenance
Guidelines for maintaining the drive chain.
Chain wear
How to check for chain wear and replacement intervals.
General information about KTM disc brakes
Details on brake calipers, pads, and fluid reservoirs.
Adjusting of free travel at the hand brake lever
Adjusting free play in the hand brake lever.
Checking of brake fluid level - front brake
How to check the front brake fluid level.
Refilling the front brake fluid reservoir*
Procedure for refilling the front brake fluid reservoir.
Checking the front brake pads
Method for checking the thickness of front brake pads.
Replacing the rear brake pads*
Steps for replacing the rear brake pads.
Changing the basic position of the brake pedal*
Adjusting the basic position of the foot brake pedal.
Check the rear brake fluid level
How to check the rear brake fluid level.
Refilling the rear brake fluid reservoir*
Procedure for refilling the rear brake fluid reservoir.
Checking the rear brake pads
Method for checking the thickness of rear brake pads.
Dismounting and mounting the front wheel (SX, SC)
Procedure for removing and installing the front wheel on SX/SC models.
Dismounting and mounting the front wheel (EGS)
Procedure for removing and installing the front wheel on EGS models.
Dismounting and mounting the rear wheel*
Procedure for removing and installing the rear wheel.
Check the cush-drive rubbers in the rear wheel hub (EGS)*
Inspection of cush-drive rubbers in the rear wheel hub on EGS models.
Tires, air pressure
Importance of tire condition, tread, and air pressure.
Checking spoke tension
How to check and adjust spoke tension for wheel stability.
Battery (A, CH)
Information on the maintenance-free battery and its care.
Fuse parking light (A, CH)
Location and replacement of the parking light fuse.
Fuse fan (EGS)
Location and replacement of the fan fuse on EGS models.
Replacing the headlight bulb (EGS)
Steps to replace the headlight bulb on EGS models.
Replacing the parking-light bulb (EGS)
Steps to replace the parking light bulb on EGS models.
Cooling system (SX, SC)
Description of the cooling system and its operation for SX/SC models.
Cooling system (EGS)
Description of the cooling system and its operation for EGS models.
Checking the coolant level
How to check the coolant level in the engine.
Cleaning of air filter*
Procedure for cleaning and oiling the air filter.
Exhaust system *
Information on the exhaust system and glass fiber yarn replacement.
CARBURETOR – Adjust idling (DellOrto)*
How to adjust the idling speed of the DellOrto carburetor.
Adjust hot start device (DellOrto)*
Procedure to adjust the hot start device on DellOrto carburetors.
Check float level (DellOrto)*
How to check the float level in the DellOrto carburetor.
Checking axial play of float (DellOrto)*
Checking the axial play of the float in the DellOrto carburetor.
Adjusting the throttle cable (SX, SC)*
Adjusting the throttle cable play for SX and SC models.
Adjusting the throttle cable (EGS)*
Adjusting the throttle cable play for EGS models.
Adjusting the choke cable (SX, SC)*
Adjusting the choke cable play for SX and SC models.
Adjusting the choke cable (EGS)*
Adjusting the choke cable play for EGS models.
Adjusting the clutch cable
Adjusting the play in the clutch cable.
Checking the adjustment of the hand decompression release cable*
Checking the hand decompression release cable adjustment.
Engine oil
Recommended engine oil types and specifications.
Checking engine oil level
Procedure for checking the engine oil level.
Oil circuit (SX, SC)
Explanation of the engine oil circuit for SX and SC models.
Changing the engine oil (SX, SC)*
Steps for changing the engine oil on SX and SC models.
Changing and bleeding the microfilter (SX, SC)*
Replacing and bleeding the microfilter on SX and SC models.
Oil circuit (EGS)
Explanation of the engine oil circuit for EGS models.
Oil change and bleeding of the oil system (EGS)*
Steps for changing oil and bleeding the system on EGS models.
Changing the fine screen filter (EGS)*
Replacing the fine screen filter on EGS models.
Changing oil filter *
Steps for changing the oil filter.
CLEANING AND STORAGE
CONSERVATION FOR WINTER OPERATION
Precautions for protecting the motorcycle during winter.
STORAGE
Instructions for storing the motorcycle for extended periods.
RE-INITIATION AFTER TIME OF STORAGE
Steps to take after the motorcycle has been in storage.
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