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7

PREPARING FOR USE

19

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Change the radiator cap.

600868-01

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Adjust the secondary drive to the road conditions.

Info

The engine oil heats up quickly when the clutch is operated frequently due
to an excessively high secondary drive.

–

Clean the chain.

Chain cleaner (

p. 88)

–

Clean the radiator fins.

–

Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.

–

Check the coolant level. (

p. 66)

7.8

Preparing for riding at low temperatures or in snow

B00437-01

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Fit a rain cover on the air filter.

Waterproofing device for air filter (59006021000)

Info

See the

KTM PowerParts

fitting instructions.

–

Adjust the carburetor jetting and the setting.

Info

Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.

Summary of Contents for 85 SX 17/14

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 2014 85 SX 19 16 85 SX 17 14 Art no 3213029en...

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Page 3: ...cifica tions prices colors forms materials services designs equipment etc without prior notice and without specifying reasons to adapt these to local conditions as well as to stop production of a part...

Page 4: ...Compression damping of the shock absorber 26 10 3 Adjusting the low speed compression damping of the shock absorber 26 10 4 Adjusting the high speed compression damping of the shock absorber 27 10 5...

Page 5: ...nging the rear brake linings x 60 13 WHEELS TIRES 62 13 1 Removing the front wheel x 62 13 2 Installing the front wheel x 62 13 3 Removing the rear wheel x 63 13 4 Installing the rear wheel x 63 13 5...

Page 6: ...tanding In the interest of your own safety have these jobs performed by an authorized KTM workshop There your motorcycle will be opti mally cared for by specially trained experts using the specialist...

Page 7: ...that will lead to environmental damage if the appropriate measures are not taken 2 4 Tampering warning Tampering with the noise control system is prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or...

Page 8: ...is required The manufacturer instructions for use must be followed After disassembly clean the parts that are to be reused and check them for damage and wear Change damaged or worn parts After you com...

Page 9: ...PowerParts for your vehicle can be found on the KTM website International KTM Website http www ktm com 3 4 Service A prerequisite for perfect operation and prevention of premature wear is that the se...

Page 10: ...W OF VEHICLE 8 4 1 View of vehicle front left example C00459 10 1 Hand brake lever p 11 2 Kill switch p 11 3 Clutch lever p 11 4 Air filter box lid 5 Fuel tap 6 Choke p 13 7 Shift lever p 13 8 Chain g...

Page 11: ...le C00460 10 1 Filler cap 2 Throttle grip p 11 3 Fork rebound setting 4 Shock absorber rebound adjustment 5 Level viewer for brake fluid rear 6 Shock absorber compression adjustment 7 Kick starter p 1...

Page 12: ...he front frame tube 5 3 Engine number L00012 10 Engine number 1 is stamp into the engine case below the carburetor 5 4 Fork part number L00050 10 Fork part number 1 is stamped on the inner side of the...

Page 13: ...f the handlebar Possible states Kill switch in basic position In this position the ignition circuit is closed and the engine can be started Kill switch pressed In this position the ignition circuit is...

Page 14: ...l hazard Improper 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 L00023 10 Turn filler cap 1 counterclockwise and lift i...

Page 15: ...e way Choke function deactivated The choke lever is pushed up all the way 6 9 Shift lever L00024 10 Shift lever 1 is mounted on the left side of the engine L00024 11 The gear positions can be seen in...

Page 16: ...4 6 12 Plug in stand L00022 10 The fixture for plug in stand 1 is located on the frame on the left side of the vehicle The plug in stand is used to park the motorcycle Info Remove the plug in stand be...

Page 17: ...g Danger of accidents Critical riding behavior due to inappropriate riding Ensure that your child adapts the riding speed to the road conditions and to his or her riding abilities Warning Danger of ac...

Page 18: ...or half an hour Run the engine in p 16 7 2 Running in the engine During the running in phase do not exceed the specified engine performance Guideline Maximum engine performance During the first 3 oper...

Page 19: ...otection device for air filter 59006022000 Info See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions Adjust the carburetor jetting and the setting Info Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carb...

Page 20: ...air filter Waterproofing device for air filter 59006021000 Info See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions Adjust the carburetor jetting and the setting Info Your authorized KTM workshop can recomme...

Page 21: ...hain Chain cleaner p 88 Clean the radiator fins Straighten bent radiator fins carefully Check the coolant level p 66 7 8 Preparing for riding at low temperatures or in snow B00437 01 Fit a rain cover...

Page 22: ...e fuel supply 8 2 Starting Danger Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and or death When running the engine always make sure there is sufficient...

Page 23: ...e the throttle at the same time Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear release the clutch lever slowly and open the throttle or shift again Your child should switch off the engine if he or...

Page 24: ...Note Material damage Damage to or destruction of components due to excessive load The side stand is only designed for the weight of the motorcycle Do no sit on the motorcycle when it is resting on the...

Page 25: ...el vapors If contact occurs with the eyes rinse with water immediately and contact a physician Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water If fuel is swallowed contact a physi...

Page 26: ...Check the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch p 51 Check the front brake fluid level p 54 Check the free travel of the hand brake lever p 53 Check the play of the steering head bearing p 38 Change pis...

Page 27: ...rder Annually Every 80 operating hours Every 40 operating hours Change the front brake fluid x Change the rear brake fluid x Change the hydraulic clutch fluid x p 51 Grease the steering head bearing x...

Page 28: ...rear wheel suspension and not to the vehicle speed The high speed setting for example has an effect on the landing after a jump the rear wheel suspension compresses more quickly The low speed setting...

Page 29: ...mber of turns corresponding to the shock absorber type Guideline Compression damping high speed Comfort 2 turns Standard 1 5 turns Sport 1 turn Info Turn clockwise to increase damping turn countercloc...

Page 30: ...is the difference between measurements A and B Check the static sag Static sag 30 mm 1 18 in If the static sag is less or more than the specified value Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber...

Page 31: ...reload Standard 10 mm 0 39 in Info The spring preload is the difference between the relaxed spring length and the tensioned spring length Depending on the static sag and or the riding sag it may be ne...

Page 32: ...Turn adjusting screws 2 clockwise all the way Info Adjusting screws 2 are located at the bottom end of the fork legs Make the same adjustment on both fork legs Turn counterclockwise by the number of c...

Page 33: ...kage If the handlebar is bent or straightened it will cause material fatigue and the handlebar can break Always replace handle bar C00249 10 Remove the four screws 1 Remove the handlebar clamp Remove...

Page 34: ...stand Note Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface L00022 10 Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand Remove the lift stand...

Page 35: ...89 Press the dust boots back into their normal position Remove excess oil Finishing work Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand p 32 11 5 Removing the fork legs x Preparatory work Raise the motorc...

Page 36: ...Nm 14 8 lbf ft Tighten screws 3 Guideline Screw bottom triple clamp M8 15 Nm 11 1 lbf ft L00047 11 85 SX 17 14 Position brake caliper and mount and tighten screws 4 Guideline Screw of brake caliper M8...

Page 37: ...ng harness and clamp Mount and tighten screws 3 11 9 Removing the lower triple clamp x Preparatory work Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand p 32 Remove the front wheel x p 62 Remove the fork legs...

Page 38: ...em Mount the upper steering head bearing Slide on O ring 2 Position protective ring 1 C00252 10 Position the upper triple clamp with the steering Mount nut 3 but do not tighten it yet L00042 11 Positi...

Page 39: ...r M8 25 Nm 18 4 lbf ft Loctite 243 Position the brake line and clamp Mount and tighten screws 9 85 SX 19 16 Position the brake caliper with spacers and fit and tighten screws 8 Guideline Screw of brak...

Page 40: ...over the entire steering range The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range No resting locations should be noticeable If click positions are noticeable Adjust the play of...

Page 41: ...ber plate L00049 10 Position the start number plate Mount and tighten screw 1 Guideline Remaining screws chassis M6 10 Nm 7 4 lbf ft The holding lugs engage Position the brake line and clamp Mount and...

Page 42: ...plash protector 1 to the side and position the shock absorber Mount and tighten screw 2 Guideline Screw top shock absorber M12 60 Nm 44 3 lbf ft Loctite 243 Mount and tighten screw 3 Guideline Screw b...

Page 43: ...x Note Engine failure Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine Never ride the vehicle without an air filter since dust and dirt can get into the engine and result...

Page 44: ...rd Hazardous substances cause environmental damage Oil grease filters fuel cleaners brake fluid etc should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations Info Do not clean the air filter with...

Page 45: ...alling the main silencer C00470 11 Mount the main silencer with rubber sleeve 1 Mount and tighten screw 2 Guideline Remaining screws chassis M6 10 Nm 7 4 lbf ft 11 30 Changing the glass fiber yarn fil...

Page 46: ...that no fuel is spilt especially on hot vehicle components Clean up spilt fuel immediately The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and may emerge if overfilled Follow the instructions on refueling...

Page 47: ...an immediately Change clothing that is contaminated with fuel Store fuel properly in a suitable canister and keep away from children C00472 10 Main work Position the fuel tank Make sure that no cables...

Page 48: ...necessary Preparatory work Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand p 32 L00060 10 Main work Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upwards to measure chain tension A Info Lower cha...

Page 49: ...e lift stand p 32 11 37 Checking the chain rear sprocket engine sprocket and chain guide Preparatory work Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand p 32 400227 01 Main work Shift gear to neutral Check...

Page 50: ...with or below the chain sliding piece Change the chain sliding piece x Check the chain sliding piece for tightness If the chain sliding piece is loose Tighten the chain sliding piece Guideline Screw...

Page 51: ...king or deformation due to a mechanical impact Change the frame x Info A frame that has been damaged due to a mechanical impact must always be changed Repair of the frame is not authorized by KTM 11 4...

Page 52: ...ly securing the rubber grip Preparatory work Check the rubber grip p 50 401198 01 Main work Secure the rubber grip at two points using the securing wire Securing wire 54812016000 Wire twister forceps...

Page 53: ...utch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position Remove screws 1 Remove cover 2 with membrane 3 Correct the fluid up to level A Guideline Level A fluid level below container rim...

Page 54: ...nge 4 C00473 10 Inject the liquid into the system until it escapes from opening A of the master cylinder without bubbles To prevent overflow drain fluid occasionally from the master cylinder reservoir...

Page 55: ...ves away from the handlebar Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise to increase free travel The pressure point moves towards the handlebar The range of adjustment is limited Turn the adjusting scre...

Page 56: ...brake system is leaking or that the brake linings are completely worn down Check the brake system and do not continue riding Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help Warning Skin irritation...

Page 57: ...p will be glad to help Warning Skin irritation Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact Avoid contact with skin and eyes and keep out of the reach of children Wear suitable protective clothing...

Page 58: ...e brake fluid reservoir 85 SX 19 16 Remove screws 4 and spacers Press back the brake linings with a light lateral tilting of the brake caliper on the brake disc Carefully pull the brake caliper backwa...

Page 59: ...rake fluid immediately with water 12 8 Checking the free travel of foot brake lever Warning Danger of accidents Brake system failure If there is no free travel on the foot brake lever pressure builds...

Page 60: ...the brake system and do not continue riding Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid Change the brake fluid of th...

Page 61: ...ontainer Preparatory work Check the rear brake linings p 59 C00480 10 Main work Stand the vehicle upright Remove screws 1 Take off the cover with the washer and membrane 2 Add brake fluid to level A B...

Page 62: ...m accessory suppliers are often not tested and approved for use on KTM vehicles The construc tion and friction factor of the brake linings and therefore the brake power can differ considerably from th...

Page 63: ...to mount the pin push the retainer spring down Make sure the retainer spring is seated correctly Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings are in contact with the brake disc and...

Page 64: ...ue to oil or grease on the brake discs Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary L00094 11 Main work Check the wheel bearing for damage and we...

Page 65: ...hdraw the wheel spindle Remove the chain from the rear sprocket Take the rear wheel out of the swingarm Info Do not operate the foot brake when the rear wheel is removed Always lay the wheel down in s...

Page 66: ...ave a negative effect on handling characteristics The type condition and air pressure of the tires all have a major impact on the handling characteristics of the motorcycle The tires mounted on the fr...

Page 67: ...rect spoke tension Ensure that the spoke tension is correct Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help Info A loose spoke causes wheel imbalance and rapidly leads to more loose spokes If the sp...

Page 68: ...hange clothing that is contaminated with coolant Keep coolant out of reach of children Condition The engine is cold 400243 10 Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface Remove the radiator c...

Page 69: ...ater imme diately and contact a physician Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water If coolant is swal lowed contact a physician immediately Change clothing that is contamin...

Page 70: ...rement A above the radiator fins Guideline 10 mm 0 39 in Coolant 1 0 l 1 1 qt Coolant p 86 Coolant mixed ready to use p 86 Mount and tighten bleeder screw 3 Mount the radiator cap Finishing work Take...

Page 71: ...ctive exhaust extraction system Start the engine and let it idle Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steer ing range The idle speed should not change If the idle speed changes Adjust the pla...

Page 72: ...hape and position In the lower range the idle setting affects engine tuning in the upper range it is the main jet If during acceleration with a partially opened throttle slide the engine runs only at...

Page 73: ...nd always switch off the engine first Be careful that no fuel is spilt especially on hot vehicle components Clean up spilt fuel immediately The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and may emerge i...

Page 74: ...the basic position of the shift lever x p 72 15 7 Adjusting the basic position of the shift lever x C00277 10 Remove screw 1 and take off shift lever 2 C00276 10 Clean gear teeth A of the shift lever...

Page 75: ...x 400721 01 Drain the gear oil x p 73 400722 01 Fill up with gear oil x p 74 16 3 Draining the gear oil x Warning Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden...

Page 76: ...r of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and or death When running the engine always make sure there is sufficient ventila tion and do not start or run th...

Page 77: ...nd inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and or death When running the engine always make sure there is sufficient ventila tion and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an...

Page 78: ...containing normal motorcycle cleaner and a soft sponge Never apply motorcycle cleaner to the dry vehicle always rinse with water first After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle spray of water allow...

Page 79: ...f the new season 401058 01 When refueling for the last time before taking the motorcycle out of service add fuel additive Fuel additive p 88 Refuel p 23 Clean the motorcycle p 76 Change the gear oil x...

Page 80: ...rty or worn Check set the carburetor components Loose carburetor jets Check set the carburetor components Fault in ignition system Check the ignition system x Adjust the ignition x Engine has too litt...

Page 81: ...r hose x Incorrect ignition point due to loose stator Adjust the ignition x White smoke emission steam in exhaust gas Damaged cylinder head or cylinder head gasket Check the cylinder head or cylinder...

Page 82: ...ques Stop screw for adjustment cable M4 4 Nm 3 lbf ft Loctite 243 Locking cap screw M5 8 Nm 5 9 lbf ft Screw control flap exhaust control M5 8 Nm 5 9 lbf ft Loctite 243 Screw exhaust control cover M5...

Page 83: ...ith magnet M10 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Primary gear screw M10x1 25 80 Nm 59 lbf ft Loctite 243 Nut rotor M12x1 60 Nm 44 3 lbf ft Nut inner clutch hub M14x1 25 60 Nm 44 3 lbf ft Loctite 243 Spark plug M14x1...

Page 84: ...401536 01 M FT ASL Above sea level TEMP Temperature ASO Idle air adjusting screw open rotations IJ Idling jet NDL Jet needle POS Needle position from above MJ Main jet The carburetor tuning depends on...

Page 85: ...cs diameter 85 SX 17 14 Front 220 mm 8 66 in Brake discs diameter 85 SX 19 16 Front 240 mm 9 45 in Brake discs diameter Rear 210 mm 8 27 in Brake discs wear limit Front 2 5 mm 0 098 in Rear 3 5 mm 0 1...

Page 86: ...ht of rider 45 55 kg 99 121 lb 3 4 N mm 19 4 lb in Weight of rider 55 kg 121 lb 3 6 N mm 20 6 lb in Spring length with preload spacer s 438 mm 17 24 in Fork length 835 mm 32 87 in Fork oil per fork le...

Page 87: ...t Screw of brake caliper M8 25 Nm 18 4 lbf ft Loctite 243 Screw bottom triple clamp M8 15 Nm 11 1 lbf ft Screw fork stub M8 15 Nm 11 1 lbf ft Screw handlebar clamp M8 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Screw rear spro...

Page 88: ...ountries with high temperatures Use of low quality antifreeze can lead to corrosion and foam ing KTM recommends Motorex products Mixture ratio Antifreeze protection 25 45 C 13 49 F 50 corrosion inhibi...

Page 89: ...the container and that possess the corresponding properties Super unleaded ROZ 98 RON 98 PON 94 According to DIN EN 228 ROZ 98 RON 98 PON 94 Super unleaded gasoline 98 octane mixed with 2 stroke engi...

Page 90: ...s Motorex products Supplier Motorex Protect Shine Fuel additive Guideline KTM recommends Motorex products Supplier Motorex Fuel Stabilizer High viscosity grease Guideline KTM recommends SKF products S...

Page 91: ...Paint cleaner and polish for high gloss and matte finishes bare metal and plastic surfaces Guideline KTM recommends Motorex products Supplier Motorex Clean Polish Rubber grip adhesive 00062030051 Supp...

Page 92: ...om the automobile industry were used for 4 stroke motorcycles because there was no separate motorcycle specifi cation Whereas long service intervals are demanded for automobile engines high performanc...

Page 93: ...s number 10 Choke 13 Cleaning 76 Clutch fluid level checking 51 fluid level correcting 51 fluid changing 51 Clutch lever 11 basic position adjusting 50 Compression damping fork adjusting 30 Compressio...

Page 94: ...ks and maintenance work when preparing for use 20 Protective clothing 6 R Rear sprocket checking 47 Rear wheel installing 63 removing 63 Rebound damping fork adjusting 30 shock absorber adjusting 27 R...

Page 95: ...checking 69 Throttle cable routing checking 49 Throttle grip 11 Tire air pressure checking 65 Tire condition checking 64 Transport 22 Troubleshooting 78 79 Type label 10 U Use definition 5 V View of v...

Page 96: ...3213029en 3213029en 03 2013 KTM Sportmotorcycle AG 5230 Mattighofen Austria http www ktm com Photo Mitterbauer KTM...

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