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OWNER'S MANUAL
2014
85 SX 19/16
85 SX 17/14
Art. no. 3213029en

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 2014 85 SX 19/16 85 SX 17/14 Art. no. 3213029en...
  • Page 3 KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from illustrations and descriptions, as well as misprints and other errors.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Stopping, parking..........22 TABLE OF CONTENTS MEANS OF REPRESENTATION ........4 Transport ............22 Symbols used ........... 4 Refueling ............23 Formats used............ 4 SERVICE SCHEDULE ..........24 SAFETY ADVICE............5 Service schedule..........24 Use definition - intended use ......5 Service work (as additional order) .....
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS 16 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE ....... 73 11.31 Removing the fuel tank ....... 44 16.1 Checking the gear oil level ....... 73 11.32 Installing the fuel tank ........ 45 16.2 Changing the gear oil ........73 11.33 Checking for chain dirt accumulation ....
  • Page 6: Means Of Representation

    All work marked with this symbol requires specialist knowledge and technical understanding. In the interest of your own safety, have these jobs performed by an authorized KTM workshop. There, your motorcycle will be opti- mally cared for by specially trained experts using the specialist tools required.
  • Page 7: Safety Advice

    SAFETY ADVICE Use definition - intended use KTM sport motorcycles are designed and built to withstand the normal stresses and strains of competitive use. The motorcycles com- ply with currently valid regulations and categories of the top international motorsport organizations.
  • Page 8: Protective Clothing

    Keep the Owner's Manual in an accessible place to enable you to refer to it as needed. If you would like to know more about the vehicle or have questions on the material you read, please contact an authorized KTM dealer.
  • Page 9: Important Notes

    Guarantee, warranty The work prescribed in the service schedule must be carried out by an authorized KTM workshop only and confirmed in the customer's Service & Warranty Booklet and in the KTM dealer.net; otherwise, all warranty claims will be void. No warranty claims can be consid- ered for damage resulting from manipulations and/or alterations to the vehicle.
  • Page 10: View Of Vehicle

    VIEW OF VEHICLE View of vehicle, front left (example) C00459-10 Hand brake lever ( p. 11) Kill switch ( p. 11) Clutch lever ( p. 11) Air filter box lid Fuel tap Choke ( p. 13) Shift lever ( p. 13) Chain guide...
  • Page 11: View Of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)

    VIEW OF VEHICLE View of vehicle, rear right (example) C00460-10 Filler cap Throttle grip ( p. 11) Fork rebound setting Shock absorber rebound adjustment Level viewer for brake fluid, rear Shock absorber compression adjustment Kick starter ( p. 13) Foot brake lever ( p.
  • Page 12: Serial Numbers

    SERIAL NUMBERS Chassis number Chassis number is stamped on the right side of the steering head. L00011-10 Type label Type label is located on the front frame tube. C00280-10 Engine number Engine number is stamp into the engine case below the carburetor. L00012-10 Fork part number Fork part number...
  • Page 13: Controls

    CONTROLS Clutch lever Clutch lever is fitted on the left side of the handlebar. The clutch is hydraulically operated and self-adjusting. L00016-10 Hand brake lever Hand brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar. The front brake is engaged using the hand brake lever. L00017-10 Throttle grip Throttle grip...
  • Page 14: Closing The Filler Cap

    CONTROLS Warning Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard. – Fuel must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe in the fuel vapors. If contact occurs with the eyes, rinse with water immediately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water.
  • Page 15: Choke

    CONTROLS Choke Choke lever is fitted on the left side of the carburetor. Activating the choke function frees an opening in the carburetor through which the engine can draw extra fuel. This creates a richer fuel-air mixture, as is required for a cold start.
  • Page 16: Plug-In Stand

    CONTROLS 6.12 Plug-in stand The fixture for plug-in stand is located on the frame on the left side of the vehicle. The plug-in stand is used to park the motorcycle. Info Remove the plug-in stand before riding. L00022-10...
  • Page 17: Preparing For Use

    When using your motorcycle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise. – Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop. You receive a delivery certificate and the service record at vehicle handover.
  • Page 18: Running In The Engine

    PREPARING FOR USE – Accustom your child to the handling of the motorcycle on suitable terrain, preferably on a large open meadow. Info To give your child a feel for the brake system, you should push your child at first. Do not start the engine until your child is able to apply the necessary front brake pressure.
  • Page 19: Preparing For Rides On Dry Sand

    Info See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions. – Adjust the carburetor jetting and the setting. Info B00436-01 Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning. – Clean the chain. Chain cleaner ( p. 88) – Fit the steel sprocket.
  • Page 20: Preparing For Rides On Wet And Muddy Surfaces

    Info See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions. – Adjust the carburetor jetting and the setting. Info B00437-01 Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning. – Clean the chain. Chain cleaner ( p. 88) – Fit the steel sprocket.
  • Page 21: Preparing For Riding At Low Temperatures Or In Snow

    Fit a rain cover on the air filter. Waterproofing device for air filter (59006021000) Info See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions. – Adjust the carburetor jetting and the setting. Info B00437-01 Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.
  • Page 22: Riding Instructions

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Checks and maintenance work when preparing for use Info Before riding the vehicle, always check its condition and operating safety. The vehicle must be in perfect technical condition when used. – Check the gear oil level. ( p. 73) –...
  • Page 23: Starting Off

    Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed. The engine races and the rear wheel can lock up. Info If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine, and contact an authorized KTM workshop. First gear is used for starting off or for steep inclines.
  • Page 24: Stopping, Parking

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Stopping, parking Warning Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons. – Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons. Warning Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated. –...
  • Page 25: Refueling

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Refueling Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. – Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately. –...
  • Page 26: Service Schedule

    Check the screws and nuts for tightness. ○ ● ● Check idle. ○ ● ● Final check: Check the vehicle for safe operation and take a test ride. ○ ● ● Make the service entry in KTM DEALER.NET and in the service record.
  • Page 27: Service Work (As Additional Order)

    SERVICE SCHEDULE ○ One-time interval ● Periodic interval Service work (as additional order) Annually Every 80 operating hours Every 40 operating hours ● Change the front brake fluid. ● Change the rear brake fluid. ● Change the hydraulic clutch fluid. p.
  • Page 28: Tuning The Chassis

    Caution Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury. – The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Info The low-speed setting can be seen during the slow to normal compression of the shock absorber.
  • Page 29: Adjusting The High-Speed Compression Damping Of The Shock Absorber

    Caution Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury. – The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Info The high-speed setting can be seen during the fast compression of the shock absorber.
  • Page 30: Measuring Rear Wheel Sag Unloaded

    TUNING THE CHASSIS 10.6 Measuring rear wheel sag unloaded Preparatory work – Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 32) Main work – Measure the distance – as vertically as possible – between the rear axle and a fixed point such as a mark on the side cover.
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Spring Preload Of The Shock Absorber

    Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber Caution Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury. – The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Preparatory work –...
  • Page 32: Checking The Basic Setting Of The Fork

    TUNING THE CHASSIS – Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 28) – Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 27) 10.11 Checking the basic setting of the fork Info For various reasons, no exact riding sag can be determined for the forks. –...
  • Page 33: Handlebar Position

    TUNING THE CHASSIS Info Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp- ing. 10.14 Handlebar position On the upper triple clamp, there are two holes at a distance of to each other. Hole distance A 15 mm (0.59 in) The holes on the handlebar support are placed at a distance of from the center.
  • Page 34: Service Work On The Chassis

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.1 Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand Note Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over. – Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface. – Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine. Lift stand (59229055000) The wheels must no longer touch the ground.
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Dust Boots Of The Fork Legs

    Allow the brake caliper and brake line to hang tension-free to the side. Info Do not kink the brake line. Do not activate the hand brake lever when the brake caliper is removed. L00047-10 (85 SX 19/16) – Remove screws and spacers and take off the brake caliper. –...
  • Page 36: Installing The Fork Legs

    25 Nm Loctite ® 243™ (18.4 lbf ft) – Position the brake line. Mount the clamp and screws (85 SX 19/16) – Position the brake caliper with spacers and fit and tighten screws L00047-11 Guideline Screw of brake caliper 25 Nm Loctite ®...
  • Page 37: Installing The Fork Protector

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Remove screws on the right fork leg. Take off the fork protector. L00065-10 11.8 Installing the fork protector – Position the fork protection on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) L00065-11 –...
  • Page 38: Installing The Lower Triple Clamp

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.10 Installing the lower triple clamp Main work – Clean the bearing and sealing elements, check for damage, and grease. High viscosity grease ( p. 88) – Insert the lower triple clamp with the steering stem. Mount the upper steering head bearing.
  • Page 39 Loctite ® 243™ (18.4 lbf ft) – Position the brake line and clamp. Mount and tighten screws (85 SX 19/16) – Position the brake caliper with spacers and fit and tighten screws L00047-12 Guideline Screw of brake caliper 25 Nm Loctite ®...
  • Page 40: Checking The Play Of The Steering Head Bearing

    Danger of accidents Unstable vehicle handling from incorrect steering head bearing play. – Adjust the steering head bearing play without delay. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Info If the bike is ridden with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame can become dam- aged over time.
  • Page 41: Greasing The Steering Head Bearing

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.13 Greasing the steering head bearing – Remove the lower triple clamp. p. 35) – Install the lower triple clamp. p. 36) 800010-10 11.14 Removing the start number plate – Remove screw and take off the clamp. –...
  • Page 42: Removing The Shock Absorber

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.18 Removing the shock absorber Preparatory work – Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 32) Main work – Remove screw and lower the rear wheel with the swingarm as far as possible without blocking the rear wheel.
  • Page 43: Removing The Air Filter Box Lid

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Mount and tighten screw of the seat fixing. Guideline Remaining screws, chassis 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) L00052-10 11.22 Removing the air filter box lid – Pull off the air filter box lid in area sideways and remove it toward the front.
  • Page 44: Installing The Air Filter

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.25 Installing the air filter Main work – Mount the clean air filter onto the air filter support. – Apply grease to the air filter around area Long-life grease ( p. 88) 301262-10 – Put in both parts together, position them and fix them with air filter holder The arrow of the UP marking points upward.
  • Page 45: Sealing The Air Filter Box

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.27 Sealing the air filter box – Seal the air filter box in marked area 401527-10 11.28 Removing the main silencer Warning Danger of burns The exhaust system gets very hot when the vehicle is driven. –...
  • Page 46: Removing The Fuel Tank

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Main work – Remove screws . Take off silencer cap with O-ring and outer tube – Pull glass fiber yarn filling from the inner tube. – Clean the parts that are to be reinstalled. – Mount new glass fiber yarn filling on the inner tube.
  • Page 47: Installing The Fuel Tank

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.32 Installing the fuel tank Danger Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable. – Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately. –...
  • Page 48: Checking The Chain Tension

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Warning Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage. – Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations. Info The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance. –...
  • Page 49: Checking The Chain, Rear Sprocket, Engine Sprocket, And Chain Guide

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Main work – Loosen nut – Loosen nuts – Adjust the chain tension by turning adjusting screws on the left and right. Guideline Chain tension 55… 58 mm (2.17… 2.28 in) Turn adjusting screws on the left and right so that the markings on the left and right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to reference marks The rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
  • Page 50 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Check the chain sliding guard for wear. » If the lower edge of the chain pins is in line with or below the chain sliding guard: – Change the chain sliding guard. – Check the chain sliding guard for tightness. »...
  • Page 51: Adjusting The Chain Guide

    If the frame exhibits cracking or deformation due to a mechanical impact: – Change the frame. Info A frame that has been damaged due to a mechanical impact must always be changed. Repair of the frame is not authorized by KTM. 401542-01 11.40 Checking the swingarm –...
  • Page 52: Checking The Rubber Grip

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS Main work – Check the routing of the throttle cable. The throttle cable must be routed to the carburetor on the left side above the fuel tank bracket. » If the throttle cable is not routed as specified: –...
  • Page 53: Checking The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic Clutch

    SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11.45 Checking the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch Info The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs. – Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position. –...
  • Page 54 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS – Fill bleeding syringe with the appropriate hydraulic fluid. Bleed syringe (50329050000) Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 86) – On the clutch slave cylinder, remove bleeder screw and mount bleeding syringe L00068-10 –...
  • Page 55: Brake System

    Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to worn brake disc(s). – Change the worn brake disc(s) without delay. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) – Check the thickness of the front and rear brake discs at several places on the disk...
  • Page 56: Checking Front Brake Fluid Level

    Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid. – Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) – Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
  • Page 57: Checking The Front Brake Linings

    Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid. – Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
  • Page 58 Carefully pull the brake caliper backwards from the brake disc. – Press the brake piston back to its basic position and make sure that no brake fluid overflows from the brake fluid reservoir. (85 SX 19/16) – Remove screws and spacers.
  • Page 59: Checking The Free Travel Of Foot Brake Lever

    Loctite ® 243™ (18.4 lbf ft) – Remove the fixation of the hand brake lever. (85 SX 19/16) – Position the brake caliper. Mount screws with the spacers but do not tighten yet. – Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake linings are lying cor- rectly against the brake disc and there is a pressure point.
  • Page 60: Checking The Rear Brake Fluid Level

    Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid. – Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) – Stand the vehicle upright.
  • Page 61: Checking The Rear Brake Linings

    Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid. – Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Warning Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
  • Page 62: Changing The Rear Brake Linings

    Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid. – Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
  • Page 63 BRAKE SYSTEM – Position the brake linings. Info Always change the brake linings in pairs. L00091-10 – Position retainer spring – Mount pin Guideline Rear brake bolt 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft) – Mount cotter pin Info To make it easier to mount the pin, push the retainer spring down. Make sure the retainer spring is seated correctly.
  • Page 64: Wheels, Tires

    WHEELS, TIRES 13.1 Removing the front wheel Preparatory work – Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 32) Main work – Remove screw – Release screws L00092-10 – Holding the front wheel, withdraw the wheel spindle. Take the front wheel out of the fork.
  • Page 65: Removing The Rear Wheel

    WHEELS, TIRES – Pull the front wheel brake and push down hard on the fork several times to align the fork legs. – Tighten screws Guideline Screw, fork stub 15 Nm (11.1 lbf ft) Finishing work – Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p.
  • Page 66: Checking The Tire Condition

    DOT marking. The first two digits refer to the week of manufacture and last two digits refer to the year of manufac- ture. KTM recommends that the tires be changed after 5 years at the latest, regardless of the actual state of wear.
  • Page 67: Checking The Tire Air Pressure

    Danger of accidents Instable handling due to incorrect spoke tension. – Ensure that the spoke tension is correct. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.) Info A loose spoke causes wheel imbalance and rapidly leads to more loose spokes.
  • Page 68: Cooling System

    COOLING SYSTEM 14.1 Cooling system Water pump in the engine circulates the coolant. The pressure resulting from the warming of the cooling system is regulated by a valve in radiator cap . This ensures that operating the vehicle at the specified coolant tem- perature will not result in a risk of malfunctions.
  • Page 69: Draining The Coolant

    COOLING SYSTEM Condition The engine is cold. – Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface. – Remove the radiator cap. – Check the coolant level in the radiator. Coolant level above radiator fins. 10 mm (0.39 in) » If the coolant level does not meet specifications: –...
  • Page 70 COOLING SYSTEM – Remove bleeder screw – Pour coolant in up to measurement above the radiator fins. Guideline 10 mm (0.39 in) Coolant 1.0 l (1.1 qt.) Coolant ( p. 86) Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 86) – Mount and tighten bleeder screw C00279-10 –...
  • Page 71: Tuning The Engine

    TUNING THE ENGINE 15.1 Checking the play in the throttle cable – Check the throttle grip for smooth operation. – Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the throttle grip back- wards and forwards to ascertain play in the throttle cable. Throttle cable play 2…...
  • Page 72: Carburetor - Idle

    TUNING THE ENGINE 15.3 Carburetor - idle The idle setting of the carburetor has a big influence on the starting behavior, stable idling and the response to throttle opening. This means that an engine with a correctly set idle speed is easier to start than if the idle is set wrongly. Info The carburetor and its components are subject to increased wear caused by engine vibration.
  • Page 73: Emptying The Carburetor Float Chamber

    TUNING THE ENGINE Guideline Choke function deactivated – The choke lever is pushed up all the way. p. 13) Idle speed 1,400… 1,500 rpm – Turn idle air adjusting screw slowly in a clockwise direction until the idle speed begins to fall. –...
  • Page 74: Checking The Basic Position Of The Shift Lever

    TUNING THE ENGINE 15.6 Checking the basic position of the shift lever – Sit on the vehicle in the riding position and determine distance between the upper edge of your boot and the shift lever. Distance between shift lever and upper 10…...
  • Page 75: Service Work On The Engine

    SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 16.1 Checking the gear oil level Info The gear oil level must be checked while the engine is cold. Preparatory work – Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface. Main work – Remove screw –...
  • Page 76: Filling Up With Gear Oil

    SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE Main work – Remove oil drain plug with the magnet. – Completely drain the gear oil. – Thoroughly clean the oil drain plug with a magnet. – Clean the sealing surface on the engine. – Mount the oil drain plug with the magnet and seal ring and tighten it.
  • Page 77 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE Danger Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and/or death. – When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila- tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an effective exhaust extraction system.
  • Page 78: Cleaning, Care

    CLEANING, CARE 17.1 Cleaning the motorcycle Note Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment. – When cleaning the vehicle with a pressure cleaner, do not point the water jet directly onto electrical components, connectors, cables, bearings, etc. Maintain a minimum distance of 60 cm between the nozzle of the pressure cleaner and the component. Excessive pressure can cause malfunctions or destroy these parts.
  • Page 79: Storage

    71) – Store the vehicle in a dry location that is not subject to large fluctuations in tem- perature. Info KTM recommends raising the motorcycle. – Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 32) – Cover the vehicle with a tarp or similar cover that is permeable to air.
  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Possible cause Action – Engine turns but does not start Operating error Carry out the start procedure. ( p. 20) – Motorcycle was out of use for a long Empty the carburetor float chamber. time and there is old fuel in the float p.
  • Page 81 TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Possible cause Action – Engine overheats Damaged cylinder head or cylinder Check the cylinder head or cylinder head gas- head gasket ket. – Bent radiator hose Change the radiator hose. – Incorrect ignition point due to loose Adjust the ignition. stator –...
  • Page 82: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA 20.1 Engine Design 1-cylinder 2-stroke engine, water-cooled, with reed intake and exhaust control Displacement 84.93 cm³ (5.1828 cu in) Stroke 48.95 mm (1.9272 in) Bore 47 mm (1.85 in) Idle speed 1,400… 1,500 rpm Crankshaft bearing 1 grooved ball bearing / 1 roller bearing Conrod bearing Needle bearing Piston pin bearing...
  • Page 83: Carburetor

    TECHNICAL DATA ® Screw, slave cylinder of the clutch 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite 243™ – Screw, water pump cover 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) – Nuts, cylinder base 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) ® Screw, locking lever 16 Nm (11.8 lbf ft) Loctite 243™...
  • Page 84: Carburetor Tuning

    TECHNICAL DATA 20.3.1 Carburetor tuning 401536-01 M/FT ASL Above sea level TEMP Temperature Idle air adjusting screw open (rotations) Idling jet Jet needle Needle position from above Main jet The carburetor tuning depends on the defined ambient and operating conditions.
  • Page 85: Capacities

    Rear Disc brake with two-pot brake caliper Brake discs - diameter (85 SX 17/14) Front 220 mm (8.66 in) Brake discs - diameter (85 SX 19/16) Front 240 mm (9.45 in) Brake discs - diameter Rear 210 mm (8.27 in)
  • Page 86: Tires

    90/100 - 14 49M TT (85 SX 17/14) Pirelli Scorpion MX Mid Soft 32 Pirelli Scorpion MX Mid Soft 32 (85 SX 19/16) 70/100 - 19 42M TT 90/100 - 16 51M TT Pirelli Scorpion MX Mid Soft 32 Pirelli Scorpion MX Mid Soft 32 Additional information is available in the Service section under: http://www.ktm.com...
  • Page 87: Chassis Tightening Torques

    TECHNICAL DATA Static sag 30 mm (1.18 in) Riding sag 100 mm (3.94 in) Fitted length 397 mm (15.63 in) Shock absorber oil ( p. 87) SAE 2.5 20.9 Chassis tightening torques – Spoke nipple M4.5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) –...
  • Page 88: Substances

    SUBSTANCES 2-stroke engine oil According to – JASO FC ( p. 90) Guideline – Only use high quality 2-stroke engine oil of a well-known brand. KTM recommends Motorex ® products. Fully synthetic Supplier Motorex ® – Cross Power 2T Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 According to –...
  • Page 89 SUBSTANCES Shock absorber oil (SAE 2.5) (50180342S1) According to – SAE ( p. 90) (SAE 2.5) Guideline – Use only oils that comply with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possess the corresponding properties. Super unleaded (ROZ 98 / RON 98 / PON 94) According to –...
  • Page 90: Auxiliary Substances

    AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES Air filter cleaner Guideline – KTM recommends Motorex ® products. Supplier Motorex ® – Twin Air Dirt Bio Remover Chain cleaner Guideline – KTM recommends Motorex ® products. Supplier Motorex ® – Chain Clean Cleaning and preserving materials for metal, rubber and plastic Guideline –...
  • Page 91 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES Oil for foam air filter Guideline – KTM recommends Motorex ® products. Supplier Motorex ® – Twin Air Liquid Bio Power Paint cleaner and polish for high-gloss and matte finishes, bare metal and plastic surfaces Guideline – KTM recommends Motorex ®...
  • Page 92: Standards

    STANDARDS JASO FC JASO FC is a classification for a 2-stroke engine oil that was specifically developed for the extreme demands of racing. Thanks to first rate synthetic esters and specially designed additives, superb combustion is achieved even under extreme operating conditions. JASO T903 MA Different technical development directions required a new specification for 4-stroke motorcycles –...
  • Page 93: Index

    INDEX fluid, changing ......51 INDEX Clutch lever ........11 Accessories .
  • Page 94 INDEX Front fender installing ....... . . 39 Rear sprocket removing .
  • Page 95 INDEX shock absorber ......84 tires ........84 Throttle cable play adjusting .
  • Page 96 *3213029en* 3213029en 03/2013 KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG 5230 Mattighofen/Austria Photo: Mitterbauer/KTM http://www.ktm.com...

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