KTM 990 Supermoto R USA 2010, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON FRAME AND ENGINE
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» If the idle speed changes:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable. x ( p. 162)
Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
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Use the KTM diagnostics tool to set the throttle stepper motor to the basic position.
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Loosen counter nut
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.
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Set the play in the throttle cable by turning adjusting screw

.
Guideline
Play in throttle cable 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
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Tighten counter nut

.
Checking the engine oil level
Danger
Danger of poisoning
Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may result
in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation,
and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an effective
exhaust extraction system.
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Start the engine and run it until it reaches operating temperature.
Six bars of the temperature display light up.