User manual KTM 1190 RC8 EU 2008

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL 2008 1190 RC8 EU 1190 RC8 AUS/UK 1190 RC8 FR 1190 RC8 JP ART. 3211250en DEAR KTM CUSTOMER Congratulations on your decision to purchase a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sports motorcycle that will give you enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly. DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 1 We wish you great pleasure riding the vehicle! Please enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below. 16) The owner's manual corresponded to the latest state of this series at the time of printing. [. . . ] The side stand and/or the frame could be damaged and the motorcycle could fall over. Switch off the ignition by turning the black ignition key to the position . ­ ­ ­ Info If you switch off the engine with the emergency OFF switch but the ignition remains switched on at the ignition lock, power continues to flow to most power consumers and the battery is soon discharged. Therefore, always switch off the engine with the ignition key, the emergency OFF switch is provided for emergency situations only. Swing the side stand to the front with your foot as far as it will go, and lean the motorcycle onto it. Lock the steering by moving the handlebar to the left, pressing down the black ignition key to the position and turning it to the position . To make locking the steering easier, move the handlebar a little to the left and right. Remove the black ignition key. Refueling 7. 7 Danger Fire hazardFuel can easily catch fire. ­ ­ Never fill up the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See specifications on filling up with fuel. RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Warning Danger of poisoningFuel is poisonous and a health hazard. ­ 90 Avoid contact between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and contact a doctor. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel. Warning Environmental hazardImproper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment. ­ Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system. Info This motorcycle is equipped with a regulated catalyst. 223) Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to the lower edge of the fuel filler. 700321-01 GREASING AND SERVICE TABLE G 8 REASING AND SERVICE TABLE 8. 1 91 Important service tasks to be carried out by an authorized KTM-RC8 workshop. K10N Engine Change the engine oil and filter, clean the oil screen. x Check the engine fixing screws and other engine screws accessible from outside to ensure that they are tight. x Fuel injection Read out the status query and fault memory with KTM DIA. x Check bellows for tears and leaks, and check the linkage of the throttle valve spigot for freedom of movement. x Check the cable harness of the throttle valve body for damage and correct routing. x Check hoses of vacuum sensors, SLS hoses and vent hoses for damage, correct routing and leaks. x Check the exhaust system for leaks and correct fitting and check that the exhaust holders are tight. [. . . ] 187 lb. ) 17. 18. 7D. 07 WP Suspension 4014 VP 2 turns 1. 5 turns 1 turn 1 turn 20 clicks 15 clicks 10 clicks 10 clicks 15 clicks 10 clicks 5 clicks 10 clicks 6 mm (0. 24 in) 6 mm (0. 24 in) 8 mm (0. 31 in) 8 mm (0. 31 in) 110 N/mm (628 lb/in) TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER Spring length Gas pressure Static sag Riding sag Inbuilt length 160 mm (6. 3 in) 10 bar (145 psi) 15 mm (0. 59 in) 30 mm (1. 18 in) 290 mm (11. 42 in) 217 TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES 21 218 Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM ­ ­ ­ ­ Loctite® 243TM ­ ­ ­ ­ Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM ­ Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM ­ ­ Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Screw, side stand switch Screw, brake fluid reservoir of rear brake Screw, brake line holder Screw, chain sliding piece Screw, chain guard Screw, fuel level indicator Screw, steering damper fixing bracket Remaining chassis screws Remaining chassis nuts Screw, exhaust heat shield Screw, exhaust clamp Screw, foot brake pedal Screw, footbrake pedal stub Screw, footbrake cylinder Screw, fuel pump Screw, shift lever stub Screw, shift rod Screw, shift shaft deflector on chain securing guide Screw, shift shaft deflector on shift shaft Remaining chassis screws Remaining chassis nuts Nut, forked bracket on footbrake pedal Screw, rear brake disc M4 M5 M5 M5 M5 M5 M5 M5 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M6 M8 M8 M8 2 Nm (1. 5 lbf ft) 5 Nm (3. 7 lbf ft) 5 Nm (3. 7 lbf ft) 5 Nm (3. 7 lbf ft) 5 Nm (3. 7 lbf ft) 3 Nm (2. 2 lbf ft) 5 Nm (3. 7 lbf ft) 5 Nm (3. 7 lbf ft) 15 Nm (11. 1 lbf ft) 15 Nm (11. 1 lbf ft) 8 Nm (5. 9 lbf ft) 15 Nm (11. 1 lbf ft) 10 Nm (7. 4 lbf ft) 10 Nm (7. 4 lbf ft) 6 Nm (4. 4 lbf ft) 10 Nm (7. 4 lbf ft) 12 Nm (8. 9 lbf ft) 10 Nm (7. 4 lbf ft) 18 Nm (13. 3 lbf ft) 10 Nm (7. 4 lbf ft) 30 Nm (22. 1 lbf ft) 30 Nm (22. 1 lbf ft) 30 Nm (22. 1 lbf ft) TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES Screw, front brake disc Screw, spring holder on side stand bracket Screw, rear footrest bracket Screw, front footrest bracket Screw, top triple clamp Screw, bottom triple clamp Screw, fork stub Screw, steering stem Screw, handlebar stub Screw, steering damper fixing bracket Screw, steering damper clamp on console Screw, work stand adapter Screw, subframe Screw, shift lever Screw, side stand bracket Screw, ignition lock (ratchet screw) Remaining chassis screws Remaining chassis nuts Rear sprocket bolt Screw, front brake caliper Screw, shock absorber Screw, engine bearer Screw, sidestand M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M8 M10 M10x1. 25 M10x1. 25 M10 M10 M10 25 Nm (18. 4 lbf ft) 50 Nm (36. 9 lbf ft) 50 Nm (36. 9 lbf ft) 45 Nm (33. 2 lbf ft) 45 Nm (33. 2 lbf ft) 45 Nm (33. 2 lbf ft) 35 Nm (25. 8 lbf ft) 30 Nm (22. 1 lbf ft) 15 Nm (11. 1 lbf ft) 25 Nm (18. 4 lbf ft) 25 Nm (18. 4 lbf ft) 17 Nm (12. 5 lbf ft) 15 Nm (11. 1 lbf ft) 15 Nm (11. 1 lbf ft) 20 Nm (14. 8 lbf ft) 20 Nm (14. 8 lbf ft) 20 Nm (14. 8 lbf ft) 20 Nm (14. 8 lbf ft) 25 Nm (18. 4 lbf ft) 25 Nm (18. 4 lbf ft) 25 Nm (18. 4 lbf ft) 25 Nm (18. 4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM ­ Loctite® 243TM ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM ­ ­ Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM Loctite® 243TM ­ Loctite® 243TM 219 TECHNICAL DATA - CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES Screw, connecting lever, shock absorber deflector Remaining chassis screws Nut, deflection lever on frame Lambda probe Nut, swingarm pivot Screw, seat lock Nut, rear wheel spindle Screw, front wheel spindle Screw, steering head M10 M10 M14x1. 5 M18x1. 5 M19x1. 5 M22x1. 5 M25x1. 5 M25x1. 5 M25x1. 5 45 Nm (33. 2 lbf ft) 45 Nm (33. 2 lbf ft) 100 Nm (73. 8 lbf ft) 45 Nm (33. 2 lbf ft) 130 Nm (95. 9 lbf ft) 8 Nm (5. 9 lbf ft) 90 Nm (66. 4 lbf ft) 45 Nm (33. 2 lbf ft) 18 Nm (13. 3 lbf ft) Loctite® 243TM ­ ­ ­ Thread greased ­ Thread greased ­ ­ 220 SUBSTANCES SUBSTANCES 22 221 Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5. 1 according to ­ DOT Specification ­ Use only brake fluid that complies with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possesses the corresponding properties. Suppler Castrol ­ RESPONSE BRAKE FLUID SUPER DOT 4 Motorex® ­ Brake Fluid DOT 5. 1 Coolant Specification ­ Use only suitable coolant (even in countries with high temperatures). -49 °F) 50 % Anti-corrosion/antifreeze 50 % distilled water Coolant (mixed ready to use) Antifreeze Suppler Motorex® ­ Anti Freeze -40 °C (-40 °F) SUBSTANCES Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) according to ­ JASO T903 MA ( ­ SAE ( S. 226) (SAE 10W/50) Specification ­ Use only engine oils that comply with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possess the corresponding properties. [. . . ]