KTM 250 XC-F User Manual

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Activating and deactivating display modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Adjusting the free travel at the hand brake lever . . . . . . . . .36
Adjusting the mixture control screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Adjusting the throttle cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Basic information on carburetor wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Basic suspension setup for the weight of the driver . . . . . . .28
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Bleeding of the hydraulic clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Bleeding the cooling system (250-F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Bleeding the cooling system (400/450/525) . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Breather plug front fork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Carburetor – Adjust idling (Keihin-FCRMX 37/39/41) . . . . . .47
Chain maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Chain wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Changing the basic position of the foot brake pedal . . . . . . .37
Changing the engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Changing the fork offset (caster) (XC, EXC SIXDAYS) . . . . . .31
Changing the oil filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Changing the original position of the clutch lever . . . . . . . . .46
Changing the spring preload on the telescopic fork
(XC, EXC SIXDAYS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Changing the spring preload on the telescopic fork
(XC-W/EXC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Changing the spring preloading of the shock absorber . . . . .27
Chassis number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Check chain tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Check the following before each start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Check/set distance of the magnetic sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Checking and adjusting the steering head bearing . . . . . . . .30
Checking spoke tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Checking the basic setup of the telescopic fork . . . . . . . . . .29
Checking the brake fluid level - front brake . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Checking the float level (float height) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Checking the front brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Checking the oil level of the hydraulic clutch (250-F) . . . . .46
Checking the oil level of the hydraulic clutch (400/450/525) . .46
Checking the rear brake fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Checking the rear brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Checking the shock absorber and spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Choke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Cleaning the air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Cleaning the dust sleeves of the telescopic fork . . . . . . . . . .30
Cleaning the spark arrester (XC-W USA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Clutch lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Combination switch (EXC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Compression damping of fork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Compression damping of shock absorber
(XC, EXC SIXDAYS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Compression damping of shock absorber (XC-W, EXC) . . . . .16
Conservation for winter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Correct chain tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Determining the riding sag of the shock absorber . . . . . . . . .28
Determining the static sag of the shock absorber . . . . . . . . .28
Dismounting and mounting the front wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Dismounting and mounting the rear wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Draining the float chamber of the carburetor . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Driving instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Electronic speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Emergency OFF switch (EXC Australia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Engine number, engine type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Filler cap (bayonet cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Filler cap (screw cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Foot brake pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Fuel tap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
General information about KTM disc brakes . . . . . . . . . . . .35
General tips and warnings for starting the motorcycle . . . . . .17
Hand brake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Headlamp switch (XC-W) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
How to change the handlebar position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Instructions for initial operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Kickstarter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Kilometers or miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance work on chassis and engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Oil circuit (250-F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Oil circuit (400/450/525) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Operation instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Overview of the electronic speedometer functions . . . . . . . .12
Periodic maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Pivot bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Rebound damping of fork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Rebound damping of shock absorber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Refilling the front brake fluid reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Refilling the rear brake fluid reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Replacing fork springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Replacing headlight lamp/parking light lamp . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Replacing the battery of the digital speedometer . . . . . . . . .40
Replacing the front brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Replacing the glassfiber yarn packing of the silencer . . . . . .44
Replacing the rear brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Running in the XC/EXC models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Serial number locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Shifting/Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Short circuit button (XC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Side stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Starter button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Starting off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Starting when the engine is cold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Starting when the engine is warm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Stopping and parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Data – Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Technical Data – Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Tires, air pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Use after a period of storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
What to do when the engine is „flooded“ . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Wiring diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .appendix
WS (wheel size) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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KTM 250 XC-F Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke
Displacement	249.9 cm³
Bore x Stroke	78 mm x 52.3 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Front Suspension	WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake
Seat Height	950 mm
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Frame	Central double-cradle type, 25CrMo4 steel
Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 liters

Summary

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

INTENDED PURPOSE

Defines the intended use and limitations of KTM sports motorcycles for off-road competition.

SERVICE

Emphasizes the importance of proper maintenance for faultless operation and avoiding premature wear.

WARRANTY

Details warranty conditions, emphasizing adherence to service schedules and authorized dealer work.

OPERATION INSTRUMENTS

Electronic speedometer

Introduces the electronic speedometer and its basic operation with buttons.

Activating and deactivating display modes

Guides on how to access the setup menu and activate/deactivate display modes.

Setting the clock

Provides instructions on how to set the digital clock on the speedometer.

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Compression damping of fork

Explains how to adjust the fork's compression damping using external screws.

Rebound damping of fork

Describes how to adjust the fork's rebound damping using the REB screw.

Compression damping of shock absorber (XC, EXC SIXDAYS)

Details adjusting low and high-speed compression damping on the rear shock.

Compression damping of shock absorber (XC-W, EXC)

Explains adjusting compression damping on XC-W/EXC shock absorbers.

Rebound damping of shock absorber

Describes adjusting rebound damping on XC-W/EXC shock absorbers.

Changing the spring preload on the telescopic fork (XC, EXC SIXDAYS)

Guides on adjusting fork spring preload using the adjuster screw.

Changing the spring preload on the telescopic fork (XC-W/EXC)

Explains adjusting XC-W/EXC fork spring preload using spacers.

Checking and adjusting the steering head bearing *

Describes how to check for play and adjust the steering head bearings.

Changing the fork offset (caster) (XC, EXC SIXDAYS) *

Explains how to change fork offset (18 or 20mm) for handling optimization.

Check chain tension

Explains how to check the chain tension by measuring slack.

Correct chain tension

Guides on adjusting chain tension and aligning the rear wheel.

General information about KTM disc brakes

Checking the brake fluid level - front brake

Refilling the front brake fluid reservoir *

Replacing the front brake pads *

Checking the rear brake fluid level

Refilling the rear brake fluid reservoir *

Replacing the rear brake pads *

Dismounting and mounting the front wheel

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing and installing the front wheel.

Dismounting and mounting the rear wheel

Details the process for removing and installing the rear wheel.

Tires, air pressure

Battery

Charging the battery

Cooling system

Explains the function of the cooling system and its components.

Checking the coolant level

Bleeding the cooling system (400/450/525)

Bleeding the cooling system (250-F)

Cleaning the air filter *

Provides instructions on how to clean the air filter and filter box.

Adjusting the throttle cables *

Checking the oil level of the hydraulic clutch (400/450/525)

Checking the oil level of the hydraulic clutch (250-F)

Bleeding of the hydraulic clutch *

Carburetor - Adjust idling (Keihin-FCRMX 37/39/41) *

Guides on adjusting engine idling speed and mixture control screw.

Adjusting the mixture control screw *

Checking the float level (float height) *

Oil circuit (400/450/525)

Oil circuit (250-F)

Checking the engine oil level

Guides on checking the engine oil level, whether the engine is cold or warm.

Changing the engine oil *

Provides instructions for changing the engine oil, including cleaning screens.

Changing the oil filters

Details the procedure for changing engine oil filters.

GENERAL TIPS AND WARNINGS FOR STARTING THE MOTORCYCLE

Instructions for initial operation

Running in the XC/EXC models

Details the engine break-in procedure for new XC/EXC models, including RPM limits.

DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS

Check the following before each start

Lists essential pre-ride checks for safety and optimal motorcycle condition.

Starting when the engine is cold

Shifting/Riding

Braking

Details braking techniques, including front/rear brake use and conditions.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine doesn't crank (E-starter).

Lists causes and remedies for an engine that won't crank using the electric starter.

Engine cranks but doesn't start (E-starter).

Addresses issues when the engine cranks but fails to start via electric starter.

Engine will not start (Kickstarter).

Provides solutions for when the engine fails to start using the kickstarter.

Engine fails to idle

Lists causes and remedies for an engine that does not idle correctly.

Engine does not rev high

Addresses issues preventing the engine from reaching higher RPMs.

Engine will not reach full power

Explains why the engine might not deliver full power and how to fix it.

Engine stops or splutters in carburetor

Details common causes for the engine stopping or sputtering.

Engine gets too hot

Lists reasons for engine overheating and potential solutions.

High oil consumption

The battery is discharged

TECHNICAL DATA – ENGINE

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Provides detailed technical specifications for the engine, including dimensions and components.

JASO T903 MA ENGINE OIL

BASIC CARBURETOR SETTINGS

Lists carburetor settings such as main jet, needle, and air jets for various models.

TECHNICAL DATA – CHASSIS

CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS

Details chassis specifications like frame, suspension, brakes, and dimensions.

STANDARD FORK ADJUSTMENTS

STANDARD SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENTS

TIGHTENING TORQUES – CHASSIS