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Check engine oil level

Change engine oil

Clean oil screen and magnet of the drain plugs whenever you exchange the engine oil

Change oil filter insert

Change fine screen filter (screwed filter) at front pipe (of the frame)

Check oil lines for leakage and proper instalment without kinks

Check valve clearance

Clean spark plug and adjust electrode gap

Change spark plug after 10 000 kilometers (6 200 miles)
Check ignition point

Drain and clean carburetor float chamber

Adjust idling

Check breather hoses of engine gase and gas tank for correct position without buckles

Clean air filter and air filter box

Check sprockets, chain guides and chain for wear

Clean and lube chain

Check chain tension

Check cooling liquid level

Check quality of antifreezer

Check cooling system for leaks – visual check

Check exhaust system for leakage

Check exhaust brackets

Disassemble and clean spark arrestor discs (USA models)
Check brake fluid level front and rear

Change brake fluid

Check brake pad thickness

Check brake discs

Check condition and correct instalment of brake hoses

Check free play and easy operation of foot brake pedal

Check adjustment and function of telescopic fork

Check telescopic fork for leaks

Loosen bleeder screws at fork legs (overpressure)

Change telescopic fork oil

Perform a full maintenance job for the telescopic fork

Clean dust scrabber of telescopic fork

Check steering head bearing clearance / adjust

Clean and grease steering head bearings and its seals

Check adjustment and funktion of shock absorber

Check O-ring of the shock absorber for wear

Service the shock absorber

Grease nipple of the Pro Lever suspension system

Disassemble the Pro Lever suspension system linkage and perform a full maintenance job on it

Service swingarm pivot

Check spoke tension and join

Check wheel bearings for clearance

Check shock absorber rubbers on the rear hub

Check tire condition and air pressure

Check cables for damage and easy working

Lube and adjust cables

Check the electrical system

Check battery holder, battery and connections

Check adjustment of headlight

Spray ignition lock, emergency off switch, and light switch with contact spray

Check all screws, nuts and hose clamps for proper tightness

Grease or lube all pivot points and sliding points

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

before each start

after washing

1st service,   after 

500 km (300 miles)

after 5000 km  

(3000 miles) or  once a year

at least once a year

KTM

rider

KTM

dealer

IF THE MOTORCYCLE IS USED FOR COMPETITIVE RACING, THE 5000 KM
(3000 MILES) SERVICE NEEDS TO BE CARRIED OUT AFTER EVERY RACE

Adventure  09.98

Summary of Contents for LC4 ADVENTURE R 640 2000

Page 1: ...OWNERS HANDBOOK Art Nr 3 205 78 8 99 2000 LC4 ADVENTURE R 640 BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG...

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Page 3: ...than for purposes of mainten ance 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 ulti...

Page 4: ...ry out most of the maintenance steps yourself If on the other hand you are not very familiar with motorcycles it might be better to have a professional KTM dealer perform those steps marked described...

Page 5: ...r 21 Checking of brake fluid level front brake 21 Refilling the front brake fluid reservoir 21 Checking the front brake pads 21 Changing the basic position of the foot brake pedal 22 Check the rear br...

Page 6: ...UTCH WILL THEN OVERHEAT DESTROYING THE CLUTCH LININGS Hand decompression lever The hand decompression lever 2 is only used in two special cases a When the engine stalled It is possible that the starte...

Page 7: ...YSTEM LOOKED OVER BY A KTM DEALER Indicator lamps The green indicator lamp flashes when the flasher light is working in the same rhythm as the flasher light The blue indicator lamp lights up when the...

Page 8: ...ounter to 0 D indicates the time NOTE If you have pressed the E R key by mistake i e if you have switched to the parametrization function but do not wish to change the basic settings simply press the...

Page 9: ...e reading flash and can be altered with and Press the E R key CORRECT CIRCUMFERENCE correct with and 10 Here the accuracy of the speedometer and of all kilometer counters can be adjusted The setting 1...

Page 10: ...T 5 SECONDS BEFORE TRYING AGAIN The emergency OFF switch 6 is mainly a safety and emergency switch and should normally be ON If this symbol is visible on the switch the engine can be started i e the i...

Page 11: ...nnot be tap ped until the twist grip is turned to the RES position Fill the tank as soon as possible and remember to turn the twist grip back to the ON position so that you will have backup fuel next...

Page 12: ...G IS WRONG WITH THE BRAKE SYSTEM DON T RIDE YOUR MOTORCYCLE ANYMORE WITHOUT FIRST HAVING THE BRAKE SYSTEM LOOKED OVER BY A KTM DEALER Compression damping of fork The compression damping mechanism is b...

Page 13: ...RNING NEVER CHANGE DAMPING BETWEEN THE TEST DRIVES MORE THAN 2 CLICKS THE DAMPING UNIT OF THE SHOCK ABSORBER IS FILLED WITH HIGHLY COMPRESSED NITROGEN NEVER TRY TO TAKE THE SHOCK ABSORBER APART OR TO...

Page 14: ...r engine NOTE DURING THE STAGE OF RUNNING THE ENGINE IN THAT IS THE FIRST 1000 KM 620 MILES THE ENGINE OIL USED SHOULD BE OF A MINERAL OIL FORMULA THIS ALSO APPLIES IF THE ENGINE HAS BEEN REPAIRED Che...

Page 15: ...ignition is on the headlight is on ignition lock in position If this is not the case the battery is discharged If the lights are on proceed as described in the Trouble shooting section or contact a K...

Page 16: ...o NEUTRAL WARNING OBSERVE THE TRAFFIC REGULATIONS DRIVE DEFENSIVELY AND TRYING TO LOOK AHEAD AS FAR AS POSSIBLE SO THAT ANY HAZARDS CAN BE RECOGNIZED AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE ADJUST YOUR DRIVING SPEED ACC...

Page 17: ...nd using foot b swing out kickstarter and pull motocycle backwards at an angle as illustrated see illustration Make sure that the ground is solid and that your motorcycle is standing securely CAUTION...

Page 18: ...fork for leaks Loosen bleeder screws at fork legs overpressure Change telescopic fork oil Perform a full maintenance job for the telescopic fork Clean dust scrabber of telescopic fork Check steering...

Page 19: ...HE FRAME PARTS AND KEEP WOR KING LOOSE INSTEAD USE SELF LOCKING NUTS LET YOUR MOTORCYCLE COOL DOWN BEFORE BEGINNING ANY MAINTENANCE WORK IN ORDER TO AVOID GETTING BURNED DISPOSE OF OIL GREASE FILTERS...

Page 20: ...plastic hammer lightly rap on the triple clamp to avoid tension Re tighten the five clamp screws with 15 Nm 11 ft lb WARNING IF THE STEERING HEAD BEARING IS NOT ADJUSTED TO BE FREE OF PLAY THE MOTORC...

Page 21: ...in tension if necessary WARNING IF CHAIN TENSION IS TOO GREAT PARTS WITHIN THE SECONDARY POWER TRANSMIS SION CHAIN CHAIN SPROCKETS TRANSMISSION AND REAR WHEEL BEARINGS WILL BE SUBJECTED TO UNNECESSARY...

Page 22: ...to the caliper support Thus the brake pads are always in optimum contact with the brake disc BRAKE PADS The motorcycles are delivered with organic brake pads and have also been type coded with these...

Page 23: ...fluid reservoir Loosen screws 2 and remove lid 3 and membrane 4 Place hand brake cylinder in a horizontal position and fill the brake fluid reservoir to 5 mm 0 2 in below the rim with brake fluid DOT...

Page 24: ...ropped to the MIN mark you need to refill the brake fluid reservoir For better access to the brake fluid reservoir remove the seat and the right side cover Remove plug 3 with rubber boot 4 and add bra...

Page 25: ...IVING BEHAVIOR OF YOUR MOTORCYCLE AFTER MOUNTING THE FRONT WHEEL KEEP OPERATING THE HAND BRAKE UNTIL THE PRESSURE POINT RETURNS IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE BRAKE DISK FREE FROM OIL AND FATTY MATT...

Page 26: ...Tire pressure should be checked regularly on a cold tire Proper pres sure ensures optimum driving comfort and extends the life of your tires WARNING DO NOT MOUNT TIRES WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED BY...

Page 27: ...AMAGE DO NOT REMOVE THE LOCKING BAR 2 NEVER DISCONNECT THE BATTERY WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING THIS WILL DEST ROY THE RECTIFIER REGULATOR BATTERY STORAGE When preparing the motorcycle for a longer per...

Page 28: ...u are strongly advised to have it inspected by a KTM dealer CAUTION UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS A STRONGER FUSE ALLOWED TO BE SET IN OR A FUSE ALLOWED TO BE REPAIRED AN INEXPERT TREATMENT COULD DAMAGE T...

Page 29: ...ox 105 C and henceforth has exceeded its normal operating temperature Possible causes riding slowly with a large load at a higher air temperature If possible increase your running speed so that more a...

Page 30: ...he two cables 3 5 mm off the adjusting screw 3 before resistance is felt The play of the throttle cables can be adjusted if necessary using the two adjusting screws For this purpose undo counter nut 4...

Page 31: ...O PLAY IN THE DECOMPRESSION LEVER THIS CAN RESULT IN ENGINE DAMAGE NOTE No adjustment need be made to the automatic decompressor Engine oil Only use high quality oils Shell Advance Ultra 4 meeting or...

Page 32: ...ngine failure Therefore we recommend that you have the engine oil changed by your authorized KTM mechanic During the guaranty period the oil change must be performed by an authorized KTM mechanic Othe...

Page 33: ...000 000 LITER WATER Changing the fine screen filter Replace the fine screen filter when changing the engine oil Loosen the fine screen filter with an oil filter wrench you will be able to unscrew it...

Page 34: ...cockpit cover Remove seat and replace the main fuse If fuse blows again contact a KTM dealer Recharge the battery and investigate the causes for dischar ging contact a KTM dealer Contact a KTM dealer...

Page 35: ...blank place on engine and actuate starter a strong spark must be produced at the spark plug If no spark is created exchange the spark plug If the new spark plug doesn t produce a spark either dis con...

Page 36: ...r with water jet Replace cooling liquid use antifreezer with brand name Shorten or replace cooling hose Remove and check thermostat opening temperature 70 C 158 F or replace it contact a KTM dealer Re...

Page 37: ...rter 10 times in order to distribute the oil onto the cylinder walls and mount the spark plug Set piston to compression so that the valves will be closed slowly operate the kickstarter until you can h...

Page 38: ...e oil see bellow Engine oil quantity appr 2 1 liters including frame Primary ratio straight geared spur wheels 30 81 teeth Clutch multi disc clutch in oil bath Transmission 5 speed claw shifted Gear r...

Page 39: ...ve specifications can be used CAUTION POOR OIL QUALITY OR MINOR QUANTITY EFFECT EARLY ENGINE WEAR 0 C 32 F 15W 40 15W 50 15W 60 10W 40 10W 50 10W 60 API SF SG SH TEMPERATURE Hexagon nut at primary gea...

Page 40: ...ng angle 62 5 Wheel base 1510 10 mm 59 4 0 4 in Seat high 955 mm 37 6 in Ground clearance 375 mm 14 8 in Dead weight without fuel 154kg 340 lbs Max permissible front axle load 150 kg 331 lbs Max permi...

Page 41: ...ANHANG APPENDIX 1...

Page 42: ...moval 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 purpo se of noise...

Page 43: ...TEMPT REFILLING OR REBUILDING THE SHOCK SINCE THE SHOCK MAY BE DAMA K T M L C 4 A D V E N T U R E R 6 4 0 2 0 0 0 U S A THIS KTM EXHAUST SYSTEM 583 05 083 200 MEETS EPA NOISE EMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF...

Page 44: ...ANHANG APPENDIX 4 S P O R T M O T O R C Y C L E S...

Page 45: ...ANHANG APPENDIX 5...

Page 46: ...KTM SPORTMOTORCYCLE AG 5230 Mattighofen Austria Internet http www ktm at 3 205 78...

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