OWNER'S MANUAL
2021
SX
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E 5
Art. no. 3214207en
Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 2021 SX E 5 Art no 3214207en...
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Page 3: ...developments in design cannot be ruled out completely All specifications contained herein are non binding KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH specifically reserves the right to modify or delete technical specif...
Page 4: ...8 7 MULTIFUNCTIONAL ELEMENT 19 7 1 Multifunctional element 19 7 2 Ride mode button 19 7 3 Ride mode display 20 7 4 Malfunction indicator lamp 20 7 5 Charging level indicator 20 7 6 Power reduction 21...
Page 5: ...13 28 Checking the frame 60 13 29 Checking the link fork 60 13 30 Checking the rubber grip 61 14 BRAKE SYSTEM 62 14 1 Checking play of handbrake lever 62 14 2 Adjusting the play of the hand brake lev...
Page 6: ...TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 23 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES 99 24 STANDARDS 100 25 INDEX OF SPECIAL TERMS 101 26 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS 102 27 LIST OF SYMBOLS 103 27 1 Yellow and orange symbols 103 INDEX 104...
Page 7: ...trained experts using the special tools required Indicates a page reference more information is provided on the specified page Indicates information with more details or tips Indicates the result of...
Page 8: ...tention to the notes warnings Info Various information and warning labels are affixed to the vehicle Do not remove information warning labels If they are missing you or others may not recognize danger...
Page 9: ...ated Do not touch any parts such as the motor lithium ion battery damper or brake system before these vehicle parts have cooled down Let the vehicle parts cool down before you perform any work on the...
Page 10: ...he vehicle starts moving in an uncontrolled manner if the throttle grip is accidentally touched while work is being performed on the vehicle Ensure that the vehicle is switched off with the On Off but...
Page 11: ...important component of the vehicle and must be handed over to the new owner if the vehicle is sold The Owner s Manual is also available for download from your authorized KTM dealer and on the KTM webs...
Page 12: ...ion and prevention of premature wear is that the service care and tuning work is properly carried out as described in the Owner s Manual An incorrect suspension setting can lead to damage and breakage...
Page 13: ...temperatures In order to protect the Powerpack LV the motor control reduces the power at low component temperatures If the temperature of the Powerpack LV is too low the active ride mode indicator fl...
Page 14: ...4 VIEW OF VEHICLE 12 4 1 View of vehicle front left example M01690 10 1 Magnetic switch on handlebar p 16 2 Quick release of seat 3 Plug in stand holder 4 Charging socket...
Page 15: ...1691 10 1 Quick release of seat 2 Multifunctional element p 19 3 Magnetic switch on handlebar p 16 4 Throttle grip p 16 5 Hand brake lever p 16 6 Vehicle identification number p 14 7 On Off button p 1...
Page 16: ...right side of the steering head 5 2 Type label 402154 10 The type label 1 is located on the front frame tube 5 3 Motor number H03863 10 The motor number 1 is located on the right side of the motor bel...
Page 17: ...er H01186 10 The shock absorber article number 1 is stamped on the bottom of the shock absorber toward the right hand side 5 6 Battery identification number M01631 10 The battery identification number...
Page 18: ...witch to ready mode 6 3 On Off button M01673 10 The On Off button 1 is located on the right side of the Powerpack LV Possible states Vehicle switched off In this operating state the vehicle is deactiv...
Page 19: ...h under the seat p 17 6 5 Magnetic switch under the seat M01674 10 The holder for the gray magnetic switch 1 is located under the seat By removing the gray magnetic switch under the seat you can pre v...
Page 20: ...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 before riding 6 8 Diagnostics connector H0380...
Page 21: ...ndicator lamp p 20 4 Charging level indicator p 20 7 2 Ride mode button 402133 10 The ride mode button 1 determines the ride mode p 20 The ride mode button is only active if the magnetic switch under...
Page 22: ...ion p 26 is available Ride modes 1 to 3 are indicated by the illuminated single digit When ride modes 4 5 and 6 are activated the activated ride mode is displayed as the sum of the illuminated digits...
Page 23: ...ht up in red charging level 0 10 7 6 Power reduction 402136 11 If the charging level p 20 of the Powerpack LV is too low or the system temperature is outside of the permissible range the power is auto...
Page 24: ...poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk Ensure your child wears appropriate protective clothing such as helmet boots gloves as well as trousers and a jacket with protectors on all...
Page 25: ...re suitable for the weight of your child Allow your child to become accustomed to the handling of the motorcycle on suitable terrain preferably on a large open meadow Info To give your child a feeling...
Page 26: ...functioning properly Check the chain for dirt p 55 Check the chain rear sprocket motor sprocket and chain guide p 58 Check the chain tension p 56 Check the tire condition p 79 Check tire pressure p 80...
Page 27: ...e riding Open the throttle carefully 9 4 Applying the brakes Warning Danger of accidents Excessively forceful application of the brakes blocks the wheels Explain to your child that he or she must adap...
Page 28: ...orization endanger themselves and others Never leave the vehicle unattended Protect the vehicle against access by unauthorized persons Warning Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot w...
Page 29: ...zard and explosion risk Do not park the vehicle near to materials which are highly flammable or explosive Allow the vehicle to cool down before covering it 401475 01 Press and hold the On Off button u...
Page 30: ...fault memory using the KTM diagnostics tool Check that the electrical system is functioning properly Check and charge the Powerpack LV Check the front brake linings p 66 Check the brake linings of th...
Page 31: ...cs tool Make a service entry in the KTM Dealer net One time interval Periodic interval 10 3 Recommended work Every 40 operating hours After 20 operating hours Every 20 operating hours After 10 operati...
Page 32: ...fork In this system suspension is located in the left fork leg and damping in the right fork leg A significant weight advantage is achieved compared with conventional forks The response on slightly u...
Page 33: ...e affect the compression damping in the low speed range and vice versa 11 4 Adjusting the low speed compression damping of the shock absorber Caution Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will mo...
Page 34: ...wise by the number of turns corresponding to the shock absorber type Guideline High speed compression damping Comfort 2 5 turns Standard 2 turns Sport 1 5 turns Info Turn clockwise to increase damping...
Page 35: ...e cover Note the value as dimension A Finishing work Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand p 45 11 8 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber 400989 10 Measure dimension A of rear wheel unloa...
Page 36: ...djusting the spring preload of the shock absorber Caution Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly The shock absorber is filled with hi...
Page 37: ...p 54 After removing the shock absorber clean it thoroughly B00292 10 Main work Choose and mount a suitable spring Guideline Spring rate Weight of rider 15 25 kg 33 55 lb 25 N mm 143 lb in Weight of r...
Page 38: ...the handling char acteristic and overload components Only make adjustments within the recommended range Make sure your child rides slowly to start with after making adjustments in order that he or she...
Page 39: ...eg When disconnecting excess pressure will escape from the hose the fork leg itself does not lose any air The fork airpump indicator switches off automatically after 80 seconds Mount the protection ca...
Page 40: ...accidents A repaired handlebar poses a safety risk If the handlebar is bent or straightened the material becomes fatigued The handlebar may break as a result Change the handlebar if the handlebar is d...
Page 41: ...SUSPENSION SETTING 11 39 Guideline Screw handlebar clamp M8 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Info Make sure the installed gaps are even...
Page 42: ...nger of accidents Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling characteris tic Make sure your child rides slowly to start with after making adjustments in order that he or...
Page 43: ...p 45 Remove the front wheel p 76 M01811 10 Main work Loosen screw 1 Loosen screw 2 Position the fork leg according to the required seat height Guideline Condition Seat position as low as possible for...
Page 44: ...0 Remove screws 6 and position subframe 7 at the drill holes at the desired seat height Guideline Pay attention to the wiring harness High seat position Drill holes A Low seat position Drill holes B M...
Page 45: ...ront fairing M6 8 Nm 5 9 lbf ft M01679 01 Condition Low seat position Make sure that the thread adapter is removed Info Retain the thread adapter for later assembly M01680 10 Position the front fairin...
Page 46: ...12 SEAT HEIGHT 44 Finishing work Mount the seat p 55...
Page 47: ...ote Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface 402581 10 Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand Remove the lift stand To park the mo...
Page 48: ...t to leak Warning Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when nec e...
Page 49: ...45 Remove the front wheel p 76 M01664 10 Main work Remove screws 1 and take off the clamp Remove screws 2 and take off the brake caliper Allow the brake caliper and the brake line to hang loosely to...
Page 50: ...liper M8x40 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Loctite 243 Position the brake line and the clamp Mount and tighten screws 6 Guideline Screw brake line clamp on fork protec tor EJOT PT K60x20 AL 2 Nm 1 5 lbf ft Finishi...
Page 51: ...clamp F02885 10 Main work Clean the bearing and sealing elements check for damage and grease High viscosity grease p 99 Insert the lower triple clamp with the steering stem Mount upper steering head...
Page 52: ...8 15 Nm 11 1 lbf ft M01670 10 Tighten nut 4 Guideline Nut steering head M20x1 5 10 Nm 7 4 lbf ft Tighten screw 7 Guideline Screw top triple clamp M8 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Using a plastic hammer tap lightl...
Page 53: ...he vehicle is operated for a lengthy period with play in the steering head bearing the bearings and the bearing seats in the frame can become damaged over time Preparatory work Raise the motorcycle wi...
Page 54: ...triple clamp M8 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Tighten screws 1 Guideline Screw top triple clamp M8 20 Nm 14 8 lbf ft Finishing work Check the steering head bearing play p 51 Remove the motorcycle from the lift s...
Page 55: ...tart number plate Holding lugs 1 engage in the fender M01683 10 Mount and tighten screw 2 Guideline Screw start number plate M6 4 Nm 3 lbf ft 13 16 Removing front fender H01428 10 Remove screws 1 Take...
Page 56: ...the shock absorber Warning Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling characteris tic Ride slowly to start with after making adjustments to get the f...
Page 57: ...and remove it 13 21 Mounting the seat M01684 10 Hook the seat onto holding lug 1 lower the seat at the rear and push it forward Holding lug 2 hangs on the front fairing H00066 11 Close quick release...
Page 58: ...cycle with a lift stand p 45 400725 01 Main work Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water Remove old grease residue with chain cleaner Chain cleaner p 99 After drying apply chain spray Off road c...
Page 59: ...ickly Some components may break if overloaded If the chain is too loose the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket As a result the rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged C...
Page 60: ...gether When fitting the chain joint always make sure that the closed side of the joint faces forward riding direction Check the chain for wear If the chain is worn Change the drivetrain kit Info When...
Page 61: ...n screw on the chain sliding piece Guideline Screw chain slid ing piece M8 15 Nm 11 1 lbf ft 400985 01 Check the chain guide for wear Info Wear can be seen on the front of the chain guide If the light...
Page 62: ...ame M01652 01 Check the frame for cracks and deformation If the frame exhibits cracks or deformation due to a mechanical impact Change the frame Info Always replace a frame that has been dam aged due...
Page 63: ...on the left and onto the handle tube of the throttle grip on the right The left sleeve is clamped onto the handlebar The rubber grip can only be replaced with the sleeve or the throttle tube If a rubb...
Page 64: ...brake lever 3 5 mm 0 12 0 2 in If the play does not meet specifications Adjust the play of the hand brake lever p 62 14 2 Adjusting the play of the hand brake lever Q00410 10 Check the play of the han...
Page 65: ...rn out brake discs are replaced immediately Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help 400257 10 Check the front and rear brake disc thickness at multiple points for the dimension A Info Wear r...
Page 66: ...h the eyes If brake fluid spills on to your clothing change the clothing Warning Danger of accidents Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake...
Page 67: ...allowed Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact with the...
Page 68: ...brake linings reduce the braking effect Ensure that worn out brake linings are replaced immediately Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help M01729 10 Check the brake linings for minimum thic...
Page 69: ...nd approved for KTM motorcycles The structure and friction coefficient of the brake linings and thus their brake power may vary greatly from that of original brake linings If brake linings are used th...
Page 70: ...the new brake linings Info Always change the brake linings in pairs Ensure that the brake linings are correctly positioned in the holding spring Mount and tighten screw 7 Guideline Screw brake lining...
Page 71: ...up in the brake system on the rear brake Set the free travel on the foot brake lever in accordance with the specification M01694 10 Disconnect spring 1 Move the foot brake lever back and forth between...
Page 72: ...rheating If there is no free travel on the foot brake lever pressure builds up in the brake system on the rear brake Set the free travel on the foot brake lever in accordance with the specification M0...
Page 73: ...vel will cause the brake system to fail If the brake fluid level drops below the specified marking or the specified value the brake system is leaking or the brake linings are worn down Check the brake...
Page 74: ...p 45 Check the brake linings of the rear brake p 72 M01696 10 Main work Remove screws 1 Take off cover 2 with washer 3 and membrane 4 H01654 10 Add brake fluid up to level A Guideline Level A brake f...
Page 75: ...diately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes If brake fluid spills on to your clothing change the clothing Warning Danger of accidents Old brake fluid reduces the braki...
Page 76: ...emove screw 2 Remove screw 3 and screw 4 F02207 10 Take off the brake caliper Info Do not kink or damage the brake line Remove the brake linings Clean the brake caliper and the brake caliper bracket A...
Page 77: ...lock ring 1 H01654 10 Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake lin ings are in contact with the brake disc and there is a pressure point Add brake fluid up to level A Guideline Level A...
Page 78: ...own in such a way that the brake disc is not damaged Hold the front wheel and remove the wheel spindle Take the front wheel out of the fork Info Do not actuate the hand brake lever when the front whee...
Page 79: ...wheel spindle M01697 10 Mount and tighten screw 1 Guideline Screw front wheel spindle M10 40 Nm 29 5 lbf ft Loctite 243 Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake lin ings are seated...
Page 80: ...the rear wheel out of the link fork Info Do not operate the foot brake lever when the rear wheel is removed F02175 10 Remove spacers 4 15 4 Installing the rear wheel Warning Danger of accidents Oil or...
Page 81: ...til the brake lin ings are in contact with the brake disc and there is a pressure point Finishing work Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand p 45 15 5 Checking the tire condition Info Only mount t...
Page 82: ...sures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life 400695 01 Remove protection cap Check tire pressure when the tires are cold Offroad tire pressure front 1 0 bar 15 psi rear 1 0 bar 15 psi If...
Page 83: ...and spoke diameter If you hear different tone frequencies from different spokes of equal length and diameter this is an indica tion of different spoke tensions You should hear a high note If the spok...
Page 84: ...s have been manipulated or damaged The battery charger does not contain any parts which require maintenance Do not modify the battery charger or the cables Only use original cables Never open the batt...
Page 85: ...power plug for the battery charger always remains easily accessible 16 3 Charging the Powerpack LV Caution Danger of burns The metal housing of the battery charger becomes hot during operation Only t...
Page 86: ...ition the battery charger p 82 Press and hold the On Off button until the multifunctional ele ment goes out Remove the magnetic switch from the holder on the handle bar M01685 10 Main work Remove char...
Page 87: ...rging When charging is complete three beeps are emitted and all segments of the charging level indicator light up continuously Press and hold the On Off button until the multifunctional ele ment goes...
Page 88: ...ction cap 1 If the charging socket protection cap is dirty Clean the charging socket protection cap without water or compressed air If the charging socket protection cap is damaged or worn Change the...
Page 89: ...1 Cooling M01689 10 The Powerpack LV 1 and the electric motor 2 are air cooled Cooling is effected by the air stream The lower the speed the less the cooling effect Dirty cooling fins also reduce the...
Page 90: ...period Avoid direct sunshine when cleaning the motorcycle 401061 01 Remove the coarse dirt particles with a gentle water jet Spray the heavily soiled parts with a normal commercial motor cycle cleane...
Page 91: ...iscs with a corrosion inhibitor Preserving materials for paints metal and rubber p 99 Treat all plastic parts and powder coated parts with a mild cleaning and care product Special cleaner for glossy a...
Page 92: ...t 30 The last segment lights up yellow Tip If necessary ride the vehicle to deplete the Powerpack LV sufficiently Store the vehicle in a dry location that is not subject to large fluctuations in tempe...
Page 93: ...ing surfaces Blink code 31 Fault during charging Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle and mains connection wait 1 minute restart the charging process Blink code 33 System temperature too hi...
Page 94: ...20 TROUBLESHOOTING 92 Faults Possible cause Action Blink code 88 Fault in the On Off button Deactivate the vehicle wait 4 minutes reactivate the vehicle Check the On Off button for damage...
Page 95: ...0 km h 31 1 mph Ride mode 4 71 km h 44 1 mph Ride mode 5 73 km h 45 4 mph Ride mode 6 73 km h 45 4 mph Maximum motor speed 6 000 rpm Cooling Air cooling 21 2 Chassis Frame Central tube frame of chrome...
Page 96: ...50 60 Hz Power 900 W 21 4 Tires Front tire Rear tire 60 100 12 36M TT MAXXIS MAXX CROSS SI 2 75 10 38J TT MAXXIS MAXX CROSS SI The tires specified represent one of the possible series production tires...
Page 97: ...n Spring length 130 mm 5 12 in Gas pressure 10 bar 145 psi Static sag 12 mm 0 47 in Riding sag 80 mm 3 15 in Fitted length 275 mm 10 83 in Shock absorber oil Shock absorber fluid SAE 2 5 50180751S1 p...
Page 98: ...2 lbf ft Nut rim lock M8 10 Nm 7 4 lbf ft Remaining nuts chassis M8 25 Nm 18 4 lbf ft Remaining screws chassis M8 25 Nm 18 4 lbf ft Screw bottom triple clamp M8 15 Nm 11 1 lbf ft Screw chain sliding...
Page 99: ...r support M10 40 Nm 29 5 lbf ft Loctite 243 Screw top shock absorber M10 45 Nm 33 2 lbf ft Loctite 243 Nut rear wheel spindle M12x1 40 Nm 29 5 lbf ft Nut swingarm pivot M12x1 45 Nm 33 2 lbf ft Nut ste...
Page 100: ...OT 4 MOTOREX Brake Fluid DOT 5 1 Fork oil SAE 4 48601166S1 Standard classification SAE p 100 SAE 4 Guideline Use only oils that comply with the specified standards see specifications on the container...
Page 101: ...oto Clean Off road chain spray Recommended supplier MOTOREX Chainlube Offroad Preserving materials for paints metal and rubber Recommended supplier MOTOREX Moto Protect Special cleaner for glossy and...
Page 102: ...The SAE viscosity classes were defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers and are used for classifying oils according to their viscosity The viscosity describes only one property of oil and says n...
Page 103: ...INDEX OF SPECIAL TERMS 25 101 BIN Battery identification number Serial number of the Powerpack HV this is linked to the vehicle s identification number...
Page 104: ...26 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS 102 Art no Article number ca circa cf compare e g for example etc et cetera i a inter alia no number poss possibly...
Page 105: ...ls Yellow and orange symbols indicate an error condition that requires prompt intervention Active driving aids are also represented by yellow or orange symbols The malfunction indicator lamp flashes A...
Page 106: ...oling 87 Customer service 10 D Diagnostics connector 18 Dust boots cleaning 46 E Environment 8 F Fall 8 Figures 10 Fire hazard 9 Foot brake lever 17 basic position adjusting 70 free travel adjusting 6...
Page 107: ...nd damping fork adjusting 37 shock absorber adjusting 32 Rechargeable lithium ion battery battery identification number BIN 15 charging 83 work 8 Recuperation 26 Ride mode button 19 Ride mode display...
Page 108: ...grip 16 Tire condition checking 79 Tire pressure checking 80 Transportation 27 Troubleshooting 91 92 Type label 14 U Use definition 6 V Vehicle work 8 Vehicle identification number 14 View of vehicle...
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