User manual KTM 950 ADVENTURE S 2005

[. . . ] BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG2005 950 ADVENTURE 950 ADVENTURE S OWNER'S MANUAL MANUALE D'USO MANUEL D'UTILISATION MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES ART. 3. 211. 51 IMPORTANT » We strongly suggest that you read this manual carefully and completely before going on your first ride. It contains a great deal of information and advice which will help you use and handle your bike properly. In your own interest, please pay particular attention to notices that are marked as follows: ­ IGNORING THESE INSTRUCTIONS, CAN ENDANGER YOUR BODY AND YOUR LIFE. Please insert the serial numbers of your motorcycle in the boxes below Frame number Engine number Key number Stamp of dealer COMSUMER INFORMATION FOR AUSTRALIA ONLY Tampering with noise control system prohibited Owners are warned that the law may prohibit: (a) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use; and (b) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person. [. . . ] However, after some time, dirt may also get in behind the dust-protection bellows. If this dirt is not removed, the oil sealing rings located behind it may start to leak. Use a screwdriver to lever the dust-protection bellows out of the outer tubes and slide them downward. 3 Clean dust-protection bellows, outer tubes, and fork tubes thoroughly, and oil them thoroughly with Universal oil spray (Motorex Joker 440) or engine oil. Then, push dust-protection bellows into the outer tubes by hand. NO OIL MAY REACH THE FRONT TIRE OR THE BRAKE DISKS SINCE THIS WOULD CONSIDERABLY REDUCE THE TIRE'S ROAD GRIP AND THE BRAKING EFFECT OF THE FRONT BRAKE. Checking the chain tension 4 Place the motorcycle on the side stand and switch the transmission to idle. 1. 57 in) at the lower chainguard screw [4]. ­ IF CHAIN TENSION IS TOO GREAT, PARTS WITHIN THE SECONDARY POWER TRANSMISSION (CHAIN, CHAIN SPROCKETS, TRANSMISSION AND REAR WHEEL BEARINGS) WILL BE SUBJECTED TO UNNECESSARY STRESS, RESULTING IN PREMATURE WEAR AND EVEN CHAIN BREAKAGE. ­ TOO MUCH SLACK IN THE CHAIN, ON THE OTHER HAND, CAN RESULT IN THE CHAIN JUMPING OFF THE CHAIN WHEELS. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE CHAIN COULD ALSO BLOCK THE REAR WHEEL OR DAMAGE THE ENGINE. ­ IN EITHER CASE THE OPERATOR IS LIKELY TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE MOTORCYCLE. 35 . . . 40 mm ENGLISH 25 Breath the fork legs regularly (see Maintenance Schedule). To breath, place the motorcycle on the side stand and briefly remove the bleeder screws [2] to allow any overpressure to escape from the fork. MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE » Correct chain tension 1 3 2 Loosen collar nut [1], loosen counter nuts [2], and turn right and left adjusting screws [3] equally far. Before tightening the wheel spindle, verify that the chain adjusters [4] are sitting close to the adjusting screws and that the rear wheel has been aligned with the front wheel. Tighten collar nut [1] with 90 Nm. IF YOU DON'T HAPPEN TO HAVE A TORQUE WRENCH AT HAND, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE TIGHTENING TORQUE CORRECTED BY A KTM DEALER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. A LOOSE AXLE MAY LEAD TO AN UNSTABLE DRIVING BEHAVIOR OF YOUR MOTORCYCLE. 4 4 ENGLISH 26 Chain maintenance The maintenance of the X-ring chain is reduced to a minimum. When the chain is dry use a chain spray specially made for X-ring chains (Motorex Chainlube 622). ­ NO LUBRICATION IS ALLOWED TO REACH THE REAR TIRE OR THE BRAKE DISK, EITHERWISE THE ROAD ADHERENCE AND THE REAR WHEEL BRAKING EFFECTS WOULD BE STRONGLY REDUCED AND THE MOTORCYCLE COULD EASILY GET OUT OF CONTROL. ALWAYS HAVE THE CHAIN REPLACED IN AN AUTHORIZED KTM WORKSHOP WHERE THE SERVICE TECHNICANS HAVE THE REQUIRED RIVETING TOOL. ­ NEVER MOUNT A NORMAL CHAIN JOINT. Also check sprockets and chain guides for wear, and replace if necessary. Checking the chain for wear To check the chain for wear proceed as follows: Switch the transmission to idle and put a load of approx. 15 kilograms (33 lbs) on the lower part of the chain (see illustration). Now measure the distance between 18 chain rollers on the upper part of the chain. The chain needs to be replaced when the distance is 272 mm (10. 70 in). Since chains do not always wear evenly, repeat the measurement at different parts of the chain. Replace the chain if any X-rings are missing. 15 KG NOTE: If you mount a new chain, the sprockets should also be replaced. 272 mm 123 16 17 18 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE » General informations about KTM disc brakes BRAKE CALIPERS: The brake calipers of this series "float". [. . . ] . 10 Fuses for individual current consumers General informations about KTM disc brakes General tips and warnings for starting the motorcycle . . 12 Refilling the front brake fluid reservoir Refilling the rear brake fluid reservoir Removing and remounting the seat Replacing the flasher bulbs . . appendix 1 ANHANG ­ APPENDICE APPENDIX ­ APÉNDICE CONSUMER INFORMATION FOR USA ONLY » REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in adition to notifying KTM Sportmotorcycle USA, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remady campaign. [. . . ]