Related Manuals for KTM 1998 50 SXR Adventure
Summary of Contents for KTM 1998 50 SXR Adventure
- Page 1 50 SXR BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG OWNER’S HANDBOOK MANUEL D’UTILISATI- Adventure Pro Junior ART. NR. 320532 11/97 Pro Senior ’98...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE LETTING YOUR YOUNGSTER RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE FOR THE FIRST TIME. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS THAT WILL HELP YOU AND YOUR YOUNGSTER TO OPERATE AND HANDLE THE MOTORCYCLE PROPERLY. IN THE INTEREST OF EVERYBODY INVOLVED, WE URGE YOU TO PAY PARTI- CULAR ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION MARKED AS FOLLOWS: WARNING...
- Page 4 Compliance with these instructions will significantly prolong the life of your motorcycle. Maintenance work should only be performed by a KTM dealer. When special needs arise, please contact a KTM dealer, who will seek the assistance of the KTM importer if necessary.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
INDEX Page IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE DRIVING FOR PARENTS ....4 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS ..............5 Chassis number ..................5 Engine number, engine type..............5 OPERATION INSTRUMENTS ..............5 Throttle grip ..................5 Right hand brake lever ................5 Short circuit button................6 Left hand brake lever ................6 Filler cap....................6 Refueling, fuel ..................6 Fuel tap ....................7... -
Page 6: Important Information On Safe Driving For Parents
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE DRIVING FOR PARENTS SXR mini motorcycles are off-road motorcycles designed for one person only. They are not allowed on public roads. Motorcycle dimensions and components are designed for the following age and weight groups: 50 SXR Adventure: age 4 - 6 years, maximum weight 35 kg (78 lbs), maximum body height 130 cm (51 in) 50 SXR Pro Junior: age 4 - 6 years, maximum weight 35 kg (78 lbs), maximum body height 130 cm (51 in) 50 SXR Pro Senior: age 7 - 8 years, maximum weight 35 kg (78 lbs), maximum body height 130 cm (51 in) –... -
Page 7: Serial Number Locations
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS Chassis number The chassis number is located on the type plate on the steering head. Write this number into the field on page no 1. Engine number The engine number is stamped into the right half of the engine case next to the kickstarter. -
Page 8: Short Circuit Button
Short circuit button The short circuit button turns off the engine. When pressing this button, the ignition circuit is short-cicuited. Left hand brake lever The left hand brake lever is used to operate the rear wheel brake via a con- trol cable. -
Page 9: Fuel Tap
Fuel tap The fuel tap is located at the front of the motorcycle on the left side of the tank. Opening the fuel tap: Turn the knob all the way to the left. Closing the fuel tap: Turn the knob all the way to the right. CAUTION HE FUEL TAP SHOULD BE LOCKED WHENEVER THE MOTORCYCLE IS PARKED F THE TAP... -
Page 10: Driving Instructions
Instructions for the first ride 2 Operate the choke 3 Swing the side stand all the way up. – Verify that your KTM dealer performed the PREPARATION 4 Squeeze both brake levers. OF VEHICLE jobs (see Customer Service Manual). 5 Operate the kickstarter, depressing it all the way, without –... -
Page 11: Starting When Engine Is Warm
Starting when the engine is warm CAUTION 1 Open fuel tap – D RIVING A COLD ENGINE AT HIGH SPEED WILL REDUCE THE LIFE OF THE 2 Swing the side stand all the way up. ENGINE E RECOMMEND TO WARM THE ENGINE UP AT A MEDIUM 3 Squeeze both brake levers. -
Page 12: Periodic Maintenance Schedule
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 50 SXR rider dealer 11.97 ● Check transmission oil level ● Change transmission oil ● Check spark plug and electrode gap ● ● Check carburetor for tight fit on the intake flange ● ● Drain and clean carburetor float chamber ●... -
Page 13: Maintenance Work On Chassis And Engine
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE WARNING MAINTENANCE WORK AND ADJUSTMENTS MARKED WITH AN ASTERISK (*) MUST BE PERFOR- MED BY AN EXPERT. TO PROTECT YOUR YOUNGSTER, ALWAYS HAVE SUCH WORK PERFORMED BY A SPECIALIZED KTM DEALER. CAUTION – W HEN CLEANING THE MOTORCYCLE... -
Page 14: Telescopic Fork Maintenance (50 Sxr Adventure)
Telescopic fork maintenance (50 SXR Adventure) * The telescopic fork must be serviced at least once a year: – Jack up the motorcycle by the frame to take the weight off the front wheel. – Remove the front wheel and the brake cable guide. –... -
Page 15: Check Chain Tension
Check chain tension – Put the motorcycle on the sidestand. – Check the chain tension approximately in the middle between the two chain guides . In this area, the chain should easily move appro- ximately 10 mm (0.4 in) upward and downward. –... -
Page 16: Adjusting The Front Wheel Brake Cable
Adjusting the front wheel brake cable The hand brake lever should travel between 10 and 15 mm (0.4-0.6 in) before the front wheel is actually slowed down. To adjust the brake control cable, use either the adjusting screw at the hand brake lever or the adjusting screw at the brake backing plate. -
Page 17: Removing And Mounting The Front Wheel
Check spoke ten- sion, especially on a new motorcycle, in regular intervals. If necessary, have the spokes retightened and the wheel centered by a KTM dealer. WARNING POKES CAN TEAR IF YOU CONTINUE TO RIDE WITH THEM LOOSE... -
Page 18: Removing The Seat
. The air filter consists of a foam rubber insert soaked with filter oil. CAUTION O NOT CLEAN FOAM FILTER WITH FUEL OR PETROLEUM SINCE THESE WILL DAMAGE THE . KTM PUTOLINE FOAM RECOMMENDS THE PRODUCTS MADE BY FOR AIR FILTER .„A... -
Page 19: Adjusting The Idle Speed
Adjusting the idle speed (Dell’Orto SHA 1412) * The idle speed can be adjusted with idle screw Turning in clockwise direction will increase the idle speed. Turning in counterclockwise direction will reduce the idling speed. Adjusting the idle speed (Mikuni VM18-144) * The idle speed can be adjusted with idle screw Turning in clockwise direction will increase the idle speed. -
Page 20: Changing The Gear Oil
Changing the gear oil * The engine must be warmed up before changing the gear oil. Park the motorcycle on a horizontal surface, remove the oil drain plug and drain the used oil into an appropriate container. Clean the sealing surface, mount the oil drain plug together with the gasket and tighten with 15 Nm (11 ft.lb). - Page 24 K T M - S P O R T M O T O R C Y C L E A-5230 Mattighofen • Postfach 91 • Austria I n t e r n e t : h t t p : / / w w w . k t m . c o . a t FN 102019 d - Landesgericht Ried im Innkreis...