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7
PREPARIN
G
FOR
USE
21
–
Carefully
align
bent
radiator
fins.
–
Check
the
coolant
level.
(
p.
78)
7.8
Preparing
for
rides
at
low
temperature
or
in
snow
M01106-01
–
Fit
a
waterproofing
device
on
the
air
filter.
Waterproofing
device
for
air
filter
(79006921000)
Info
See
the
KTM
PowerParts
fitting
instructions.
M01107-01
–
Adjust
the
carburetor
jetting
and
setting.
Info
Your
authorized
KTM
workshop
can
recommend
the
right
carburetor
tuning.
22
24
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
4
Table of Contents
4
1 Means of Representation
6
Symbols Used
6
Formats Used
6
2 Safety Advice
7
Use Definition - Intended Use
7
Misuse
7
Degrees of Risk and Symbols
7
Tampering Warning
7
Safe Operation
8
Protective Clothing
8
Work Rules
8
Environment
8
Owner's Manual
9
3 Important Notes
10
Manufacturer and Implied Warranty
10
Operating and Auxiliary Substances
10
Spare Parts, Accessories
10
Service
10
Figures
10
Customer Service
10
4 View of Vehicle
11
View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)
11
View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)
12
5 Serial Numbers
13
Chassis Number
13
Type Label
13
Engine Number
13
Fork Part Number
13
Shock Absorber Article Number
13
6 Controls
14
Clutch Lever
14
Hand Brake Lever
14
Throttle Grip
14
Kill Switch
14
Opening the Filler Cap
14
Closing the Filler Cap
15
Fuel Tap
15
Choke
16
Shift Lever
16
Kick Starter
16
Foot Brake Lever
16
Plug-In Stand
17
Service Hour Counter
17
7 Preparing for Use
18
Advice on First Use
18
Running in the Engine
19
Preparing the Vehicle for Difficult Riding Conditions
19
Preparing for Rides on Dry Sand
20
Preparing for Rides on Wet Sand
21
Preparing for Rides on Wet and Muddy Surfaces
22
Preparations for Riding at High Temperatures and Low Speeds
22
Preparing for Rides at Low Temperature or in Snow
23
8 Riding Instructions
24
Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use
24
Starting
24
Starting off
25
Shifting, Riding
25
Applying the Brakes
25
Stopping, Parking
26
Transport
26
Refueling
27
9 Service Schedule
28
Additional Information
28
Required Work
28
Recommended Work
29
10 Tuning the Chassis
30
Checking the Basic Chassis Setting with the Rider's Weight
30
Air Suspension AER 48
30
Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber
30
Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber
31
Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber
31
Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber
32
Measuring the Rear Wheel Dimension Unloaded
32
Checking the Static Sag of the Shock Absorber
33
Checking the Riding Sag of the Shock Absorber
34
Adjusting the Spring Pretension of the Shock Absorber
34
Adjusting the Riding Sag
35
Checking the Basic Setting of the Fork
35
Adjusting the Fork Air Pressure
36
Adjusting the Compression Damping of the Fork
37
Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Fork
37
Handlebar Position
38
Adjusting the Handlebar Position
38
11 Service Work on the Chassis
40
Raising the Motorcycle with a Lift Stand
40
Removing the Motorcycle from the Lift Stand
40
Bleeding the Fork Legs
40
Cleaning the Dust Boots of the Fork Legs
41
Removing the Fork Legs
41
Installing the Fork Legs
42
Removing the Fork Protector
42
Installing the Fork Protector
42
Removing the Lower Triple Clamp
43
Installing the Lower Triple Clamp
43
Checking the Play of the Steering Head Bearing
45
Adjusting the Steering Head Bearing Play
45
Greasing the Steering Head Bearing
46
Removing the Start Number Plate
46
Installing the Start Number Plate
46
Removing the Front Fender
46
Installing the Front Fender
47
Removing the Shock Absorber
47
Installing the Shock Absorber
48
Removing the Seat
50
Mounting the Seat
50
Removing the Air Filter Box Cover
50
Installing the Air Filter Box Cover
51
Removing the Air Filter
51
Cleaning the Air Filter and Air Filter Box
51
Installing the Air Filter
52
Securing the Air Filter Box Cover
52
Sealing the Air Filter Box
53
Removing the Main Silencer
53
Installing the Main Silencer
53
Changing the Glass Fiber Yarn Filling in the Main Silencer
53
Removing the Fuel Tank
54
Installing the Fuel Tank
55
Checking the Chain for Dirt
56
Cleaning the Chain
56
Checking the Chain Tension
57
Adjusting the Chain Tension
57
Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, Engine Sprocket, and Chain Guide
58
Checking the Frame
60
Checking the Swingarm
60
Checking the Throttle Cable Routing
60
Checking the Rubber Grip
61
Adjusting Basic Position of Clutch Lever
61
Checking/Correcting the Fluid Level of the Hydraulic Clutch
61
Changing the Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
62
12 Brake System
64
Checking the Free Travel of the Hand Brake Lever
64
Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever
64
Checking the Brake Discs
64
Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level
65
Adding Front Brake Fluid
65
Checking the Front Brake Linings
66
Changing the Front Brake Linings
66
Checking the Free Travel of Foot Brake Lever
68
Adjusting the Basic Position of the Foot Brake Lever
68
Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level
69
Adding Rear Brake Fluid
70
Checking the Rear Brake Linings
70
Changing the Rear Brake Linings
71
13 Wheels, Tires
73
Removing the Front Wheel
73
Installing the Front Wheel
73
Removing the Rear Wheel
74
Installing the Rear Wheel
75
Checking the Tire Condition
76
Checking the Tire Air Pressure
76
Checking Spoke Tension
76
14 Cooling System
78
Radiator Cover
78
Installing the Radiator Cover
78
Removing the Radiator Cover
79
Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level
79
Checking the Coolant Level
80
Draining the Coolant
80
Refilling with Coolant
81
15 Tuning the Engine
82
Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable
82
Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable
82
Carburetor Setting
83
Carburetor - Idle
85
Carburetor - Adjusting the Idle Speed
85
Plug-In Connector of Ignition Timing Map Adjustment
86
Changing the Ignition Timing Map
86
Checking the Basic Position of the Shift Lever
86
Adjusting the Basic Position of the Shift Lever
86
16 Service Work on the Engine
87
Emptying the Carburetor Float Chamber
87
Checking the Gear Oil Level
87
Changing the Gear Oil
88
Adding Gear Oil
89
17 Cleaning, Care
90
Cleaning the Motorcycle
90
18 Storage
91
Preparing for Use after Storage
91
19 Troubleshooting
92
20 Technical Data
94
Engine
94
All 125 Models
94
All 150 Models
94
Engine Tightening Torques
95
Carburetor
96
All 125 Models
96
Carburetor - Basic Setting for Sandy Surfaces (All 125 Models)
96
Carburetor Tuning (All 125 Models)
97
All 150 Models
98
Basic Carburetor Setting for Sandy Surfaces (All 150 Models)
98
Carburetor Tuning (All 150 Models)
99
Capacities
100
Gear Oil
100
Coolant
100
Fuel
100
Chassis
100
Tires
101
Fork
101
125/150 Sx Eu
101
125/150 Sx Us
101
Shock Absorber
102
125/150 Sx Eu
102
125/150 Sx Us
102
Chassis Tightening Torques
103
21 Substances
105
22 Auxiliary Substances
107
23 Standards
109
24 List of Abbreviations
110
Index
111
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Model
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Category
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Language
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