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3.1

Adjusting the handlebar height

Info

The handlebar stub position must be identical on the left and right of the vehicle.

700318-01

Adjusting the high position of the handlebar stubs:

Loosen screw

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Info

Loosen the screw several turns to prevent damage to the fork lacquer
when moving the handlebar stub.

Remove screw

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700319-01

Remove distance sleeve

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All cables routed under the upper triple clamp must now be routed under the
handlebar stub.

Push the handlebar stub carefully up to the upper triple clamp.

Position the distance sleeve above the triple clamp.

Mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline

Remaining chassis screws

M5

5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)

700320-01

Tighten the screw.
Guideline

Screw, handlebar stub

M8

20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)

Repeat the adjustments on the other handlebar stub.

Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
» If the cables restrict the freedom of movement of the steering:

Correct the cable routing.

700320-11

Adjusting the low position of the handlebar stubs:

Loosen screw

.

Info

Loosen the screw several turns to prevent damage to the fork lacquer
when moving the handlebar stub.

700319-11

Remove screw

with distance sleeve

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Carefully shift the handlebar stub by the length of the distance sleeve.
Guideline

Long distance sleeve

15 mm (0.59 in)

Lay all cables between the upper triple clamp and the handlebar stub.

Position the distance sleeves.

Mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline

Remaining chassis screws

M5

5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)

Summary of Contents for 1190 RC8 AUS 2008

Page 1: ...SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2008 1190 RC8 EU 1190 RC8 AUS UK 1190 RC8 FR 1190 RC8 JP ART NO 3211398en...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...ves the right to modify or delete technical specifica tions prices colors forms materials services designs equipment etc without prior notice and without specifying reasons to adapt these to local con...

Page 4: ...ed reaction e g of an operation or a function Identifies an unexpected reaction e g of an operation or a function Identifies a page reference more information is provided on the specified page Formats...

Page 5: ...n the basis of the enclosure list Check the vehicle for transport damage 700356 01 Remove plastic from the handlebar stubs Remove screw with distance sleeve from both handlebar stubs Adjust the handle...

Page 6: ...ve the seat p 6 Activate lever Remove locking caps Fit the passenger seat p 6 Recharge the battery p 6 Stow away the tool set under the seat Fit the seat p 6 700366 01 Remove screws and bushings on th...

Page 7: ...crews M5 5 Nm 3 7 lbf ft 700320 01 Tighten the screw Guideline Screw handlebar stub M8 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Repeat the adjustments on the other handlebar stub Move the handlebar to and fro over the entir...

Page 8: ...to the lugs on the frame lower the rear end and simultaneously push it forward Lock the seat by turning the ignition key in the seat lock Remove the ignition key from the seat lock Finally check that...

Page 9: ...r to test rest potential and start potential of the battery and to test the generator With this device you cannot overcharge the bat tery Info Never remove the lid Charge the battery according to the...

Page 10: ...the display Select the unit with the button or the button Press the MODE button briefly The settings are stored and the display changes to the UNITS menu Press the button briefly and repeatedly until...

Page 11: ...ng chassis nuts M8 30 Nm 22 1 lbf ft Nut forked bracket on footbrake pedal M8 30 Nm 22 1 lbf ft Loctite 243 Screw rear brake disc M8 30 Nm 22 1 lbf ft Loctite 243 Screw front brake disc M8 30 Nm 22 1...

Page 12: ...ssis screws M10 45 Nm 33 2 lbf ft Nut of bell crank on frame M14x1 5 100 Nm 73 8 lbf ft Lambda probe M18x1 5 45 Nm 33 2 lbf ft Nut swingarm pivot M19x1 5 130 Nm 95 9 lbf ft Thread greased Screw seat l...

Page 13: ...SUBSTANCES 11 5 SUBSTANCES Super unleaded ROZ 95 RON 95 PON 91 according to DIN EN 228 ROZ 95 RON 95 PON 91...

Page 14: ...3211398en 3211398en KTM Sportmotorcycle AG 5230 Mattighofen Austria http www ktm com 16 05 2008 Photo Mitterbauer...

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