Name: KTM 1290 Super Duke R
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12 SUSPENSION SETTING 88

402002-10

–

Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring

to the specified measurement

Guideline

Spring preload

Comfort 5 mm (0.2 in)

Standard 5 mm (0.2 in)

Sport 6 mm (0.24 in)

Full payload 7 mm (0.28 in)

Info

Turn clockwise to increase the spring preload; turn counterclockwise to reduce

the spring preload.

–

Tighten screw

Guideline

Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)

Default Chapter5
- Table of Contents5
1 Means of Representation9
- Symbols Used9
- Formats Used9
2 Safety Advice10
- Use Definition - Intended Use10
- Degrees of Risk and Symbols11
- Tampering Warning11
- Safe Operation12
- Protective Clothing13
- Work Rules13
- Environment13
- Owner's Manual14
3 Important Information15
- Guarantee, Warranty15
- Operating and Auxiliary Substances15
- Spare Parts, Accessories15
- Service15
- Figures16
- Customer Service16
4 View of Vehicle18
- View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)18
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)20
5 Serial Numbers22
- Chassis Number22
- Type Label22
- Key Number23
- Engine Number24
- Fork Part Number24
- Shock Absorber Part Number25
- Steering Damper Item Number25
6 Controls26
- Clutch Lever26
- Hand Brake Lever26
- Throttle Grip27
- Switch on the Left Side of the Handlebar27
- Combination Switch27
- Light Switch28
- Hazard Warning Flasher Switch28
- Menu Switch29
- Turn Signal Switch29
- Horn Button30
- Switch on the Right Side of the Handlebar30
- Emergency off Switch30
- Electric Starter Button31
- Ignition/Steering Lock31
- Immobilizer32
- Opening the Filler Cap32
- Closing the Filler Cap34
- Seat Lock35
- Baggage Lugs36
- Tool Set36
- Supporting Strap37
- Helmet Lock37
- Passenger Footrests38
- Shift Lever38
- Foot Brake Lever39
- Side Stand40
7 Combination Instrument41
- Overview41
- Activation and Test41
- Matrix Display42
- Segment Display42
- Indicator Lamps43
- Message on the Matrix Display44
- Shift Warning Light45
- Service Display46
- Matrix Display Menu46
- Favorites46
- Trip 147
- Trip 247
- General Info48
- Set Favorites48
- Settings49
- Warning49
- Heat Grip" (Optional)50
- Mtc/Abs50
- Drive Mod51
- Menu Overview52
- Language53
- Distance54
- Temp54
- Pressure55
- Fuel Cons55
- Clock/Date56
- Shift Light56
- Heat Grip57
- Drl57
8 Ergonomics58
- Handlebar Position58
- Adjusting the Handlebar Position58
- Setting the Basic Setting of the Clutch Lever59
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever60
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Foot Brake Lever60
- Setting the Foot Brake Lever Stub61
- Checking the Basic Position of the Shift Lever62
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Shift Lever62
- Setting the Shift Lever Stub63
9 Preparing for Use64
- Advice on First Use64
- Running in the Engine65
- Loading the Vehicle66
10 Riding Instructions68
- Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use68
- Starting69
- Starting off70
- Shifting, Riding70
- Applying the Brakes74
- Stopping, Parking76
- Transport77
- Refueling78
11 Service Schedule80
- Additional Information80
- Required Work80
- Recommended Work82
12 Suspension Setting83
- Fork/Shock Absorber83
- Adjusting the Compression Damping of the Fork83
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Fork84
- Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber85
- Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber86
- Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber87
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber88
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber88
13 Service Work on the Chassis91
- Lifting the Motorcycle with the Rear Lifting Gear91
- Removing the Rear of Motorcycle from the Lifting Gear91
- Lifting the Motorcycle with the Front Lifting Gear92
- Taking the Motorcycle from the Front Lifting Gear93
- Removing the Passenger Seat93
- Mounting the Passenger Seat94
- Removing the Front Rider's Seat94
- Mounting the Front Rider's Seat95
- Mounting the Helmet Lock on the Vehicle95
- Disassembling the Main Silencer96
- Installing the Main Silencer98
- Checking the Chain for Dirt99
- Cleaning the Chain99
- Checking the Chain Tension101
- Adjusting the Chain Tension102
- Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, Engine Sprocket, and Chain Guide103
- Checking/Correcting the Fluid Level of the Hydraulic Clutch106
14 Brake System108
- Abs/Antilock Brake System108
- Checking the Brake Discs110
- Checking the Brake Fluid Level of the Front Brake111
- Adding Front Brake Fluid111
- Checking the Front Brake Linings113
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level114
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid115
- Checking the Brake Linings of the Rear Brake117
15 Wheels, Tires118
- Removing the Front Wheel118
- Installing the Front Wheel119
- Removing the Rear Wheel122
- Installing the Rear Wheel123
- Checking the Tire Condition125
- Checking the Tire Air Pressure127
16 Electrical System128
- Daytime Running Light128
- Removing the Battery128
- Installing the Battery130
- Recharging the Battery133
- Changing the Main Fuse137
- Changing the Fuses in the Fuse Box140
- Changing the Headlight Bulb143
- Checking the Headlight Setting145
- Adjusting the Headlight Range146
- Activating/Deactivating the Ignition Key147
17 Cooling System152
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank152
- Correcting the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank153
18 Engine Tuning155
- Drive Mod155
- Mtc/Motorcycle Traction Control155
19 Service Work on the Engine157
- Checking the Engine Oil Level157
- Changing the Engine Oil and Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens158
- Adding Engine Oil162
20 Cleaning, Care165
- Cleaning Motorcycle165
- Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter Operation167
21 Storage169
- Preparing for Use after Storage170
22 Troubleshooting171
23 Technical Data173
- Engine173
- Engine Tightening Torques174
- Capacities177
- Engine Oil177
- Coolant178
- Fuel178
- Chassis178
- Electrical System179
- Tires180
- Fork180
- Shock Absorber181
- Chassis Tightening Torques183
24 Substances188
25 Auxiliary Substances192
26 Standards194
- Index195

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