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16
TUNING
THE
ENGINE
227
16.2
Adjusting
the
play
in
the
throttle
cable
B01334-10
–
Move
the
handlebar
to
the
straight-ahead
position.
–
Throttle
position
sensor
circuit
A
-
check
in
zero
position.
Info
It
is
imperative
to
use
the
KTM
diagnostics
tool
for
this.
–
Push
back
protection
cap
.
–
Unscrew
lock
nut
.
–
Set
the
play
in
the
throttle
cable
by
turning
adjusting
screw
.
Guideline
Throttle
cable
play
3…
5
mm
(0.12…
0.2
in)
–
Tighten
lock
nut
.
–
Mount
the
protection
cap.
228
230
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
5
Table of Contents
5
1 Means of Representation
10
Symbols Used
10
Formats Used
10
2 Safety Advice
11
Use Definition - Intended Use
11
Degrees of Risk and Symbols
12
Overview of Labels
14
Reporting Safety Defects
19
Noise Emission Warranty
20
Operating Noise Warning
20
Consumer Rights
20
Tampering Warning
21
Safe Operation
21
Protective Clothing
22
Work Rules
22
Environment
23
Owner's Manual
23
3 Important Notes
24
Guarantee, Warranty
24
Operating and Auxiliary Substances
24
Spare Parts, Accessories
24
Service
24
Figures
25
Customer Service
25
4 View of Vehicle
26
View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)
26
View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)
28
5 Serial Numbers
30
Vehicle Identification Number/Type Label
30
Key Number
30
Engine Number
31
Fork Part Number
31
Shock Absorber Article Number
32
Steering Damper Part Number
32
6 Controls
33
Clutch Lever
33
Hand Brake Lever
33
Throttle Grip
34
Horn Button
34
Light Switch
35
Headlight Flasher Switch
35
Turn Signal Switch
36
Emergency off Switch
36
Electric Starter Button
37
Ignition/Steering Lock
37
Locking the Steering
38
Unlocking the Steering
38
Combination Instrument
39
Overview
39
Function Buttons, Handlebar
40
Activation and Test
41
Display
42
Function Buttons
43
Indicator Lamps
44
Info Display
45
Immobilizer
46
Notes/Warnings
46
Overview of ROAD Mode
50
Distance Menu 1, Odo/Trip 1/Time 1/Avs 1
51
Distance Menu 2, Odo/Trip 2/Time 2/Avs 2
52
Gear Display Menu, Odo/Trip 1/Gear
53
Fuel and External Temperature Menu, FUEL
55
Mapping Menu, ENGINE MAP
56
Next Service Menu, DISTANCE to Next Service
57
Overview of RACE Mode
58
Remaining Laps Menu, LAPSTOGO
59
Maximum Lap Speed Menu, TOPSPEED
60
Gear Display Menu, Lastlap/Racetrip/Gear
62
Fuel and External Temperature Menu, FUEL
63
Mapping Menu, ENGINE MAP
64
Lap Times Menu, Lap/Bestlap/Laptime
65
Maximum Speed Menu, Lap/Bestlap/Topspeed
66
Total Distance in Race Mode Menu, RACEODO
67
Overview of SET-UP Mode
68
SET-UP Menu
70
Mode Menu, CHANGE MODE
71
Time Menu, SET CLOCK
72
SETTINGS Menu
73
Shift Warning Lamp Menu, SHIFT RPMS
74
LAP Button Blank Time, LAP BLANK TIME Menu
75
Number of Laps Menu, SET NUM LAPS
76
Fuel Reserve Display Menu, TRIP F RESET
77
UNITS Menu
79
Kilometers/Miles Menu, SET KM/MILES
80
Temperature Display Menu, SET °C/°F
81
Fuel Consumption Menu (Liters), SET FUEL CONS
82
Fuel Consumption Menu (Gallons), SET GAL US/UK
83
Additional Functions Menu, OPTIONS
84
Quick Shifter Menu, OPTION QKSHIFT
85
External Temperature Display Menu, OPTION OUTTEMP
86
Tire Pressure Monitor Menu, OPTION TPMS
87
Table of Functions
88
Table of Conditions and Menu Activation
92
Adjusting the Mapping of the Engine Electronics ENGINE MAP
96
Displaying Lap Times
97
Displaying Maximum Speed
97
Setting ROAD or RACE Mode
98
Setting the Clock with SET CLOCK
98
Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM1/2
99
Setting the Blank Time of the LAP Button LAP BLANK TIME
101
Setting the Number of Laps SET NUM LAPS
102
Setting the Fuel Reserve Display TRIP F RESET
103
Setting the Kilometers/Miles SET KM/MILES
104
Setting the Temperature Unit SET °C/°F
105
Setting the Unit of Fuel Consumption (Liters) SET FUEL CONS
106
Unit of Fuel Consumption (Gallons) SET GAL US/UK
107
Switching the External Temperature Display On/Off
108
Opening the Filler Cap
109
Closing the Filler Cap
111
Seat Lock
111
Tool Set
112
Supporting Strap
112
Passenger Footrests
113
Shift Lever
113
Foot Brake Lever
114
Side Stand
115
Helmet Lock
115
7 Preparing for Use
116
Advice on First Use
116
Running the Engine in
117
Loading the Vehicle
118
8 Riding Instructions
120
Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use
120
Starting
121
Starting off
122
Shifting, Riding
123
Braking
126
Stopping, Parking
127
Transport
128
Refueling
129
Service Schedule
131
10 Tuning the Chassis
134
Fork/Shock Absorber
134
Adjusting the Compression Damping of the Fork
134
Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Fork
135
Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Fork
136
Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber
137
Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber
138
Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber
139
Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber
140
Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber
140
Steering Damper
142
Adjusting the Steering Damper
143
Vehicle Level
144
Adjusting Front Vehicle Level
145
Adjusting the Vehicle Level at the Rear
147
Footrest Position
148
Adjusting the Footrest Position
148
Adjusting Shift Lever Stub
151
Adjusting the Foot Brake Lever Stub
152
Adjusting Shift Lever
152
Adjusting the Foot Brake Lever
156
Checking the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever
156
Handlebar Height/Position
157
Adjusting the Handlebar Height/Position
158
Subframe Position
163
Adjusting the Subframe Position
164
11 Service Work on the Chassis
169
Raising the Rear of the Motorcycle with Lifting Gear
169
Removing the Rear of Motorcycle from the Lifting Gear
169
Raising the Front of the Motorcycle with Lifting Gear
170
Taking the Motorcycle off of the Front Wheel Stand
170
Bleeding Fork Legs
171
Removing the Seat
171
Fitting the Seat
172
Mounting the Helmet Lock on the Vehicle
172
Removing the Passenger Seat
173
Mounting the Passenger Seat
173
Checking for Chain Dirt
174
Cleaning the Chain
174
Checking the Chain Tension
175
Adjusting the Chain Tension
176
Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket and Engine Sprocket
178
Adjusting Basic Position of Clutch Lever
181
Checking Fluid Level of Hydraulic Clutch
181
Correcting Fluid Level of Hydraulic Clutch
182
12 Brake System
183
Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever
183
Checking the Front Brake Discs
183
Checking the Rear Brake Disc
184
Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level
185
Adding Brake Fluid of Front Brake
185
Checking the Front Brake Linings
187
Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level
188
Adding Rear Brake Fluid
189
Checking the Rear Brake Linings
191
13 Wheels, Tires
192
Removing the Front Wheel
192
Installing the Front Wheel
193
Removing the Rear Wheel
196
Installing the Rear Wheel
197
Checking Rear Hub Cush Drive
199
Checking the Tire Condition
200
Checking the Tire Pressure
202
14 Electrical System
204
Removing the Battery
204
Installing the Battery
206
Recharging the Battery
207
Changing the Main Fuse
210
Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers
212
Changing the Low Beam Bulb
214
Changing the High Beam Bulb
217
Checking the Headlight Setting
220
Adjusting the Headlight Range
220
Activating/Deactivating Ignition Key
221
15 Cooling System
225
Checking the Coolant Level
225
Filling Cooling System Compensating Tank
226
16 Tuning the Engine
228
Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable
228
Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable
229
17 Service Work on the Engine
230
Checking the Engine Oil Level
230
Changing Engine Oil and Filter, Cleaning Oil Screen
230
Draining Engine Oil, Cleaning Oil Screens
231
Removing the Oil Filter
234
Installing the Oil Filter
236
Filling up with Engine Oil
236
Adding Engine Oil
238
18 Cleaning, Care
240
Cleaning Motorcycle
240
Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter Operation
242
19 Storage
243
Preparing for Use after Storage
244
20 Troubleshooting
245
21 Immobilizer Blink Code
248
22 Engine Control Blink Code
250
23 Technical Data
256
Motor
256
Motor Tightening Torques
257
Capacities
260
Engine Oil
260
Coolant
261
Fuel
261
Chassis
261
Electrical System
263
Tires
263
Fork
264
Shock Absorber
265
Chassis Tightening Torques
266
24 Substances
270
Standard/Classification
273
25 Auxiliary Substances
274
Guideline
274
Recommended Supplier Motorex
274
Motorex
274
26 Standards
276
Jaso T903 Ma
276
SAE ( P. 274) (SAE 10W/50)
276
Index
277
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KTM 1190 RC8 R Specifications
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Brand
KTM
Model
1190 RC8 R
Category
Motorcycle
Language
English
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