KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 Manual

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2018
1290 Super Adventure S
Art. no. 3213785en

INTRODUCTION
*3213785en*
3213785en
11/2017
INTRODUCTION
Perform the work described in these setup instructions before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
Read the setup instructions in their entirety before beginning work.
These setup instructions were written to correspond to the latest state of this series. We reserve the right to make
changes in the interest of technical advancement without at the same time updating this manual.
We shall not provide a description of general workshop methods. Likewise, safety rules that apply in a workshop
are not specified here. It is assumed that the work will be performed by a fully trained mechanic.
All specifications are non-binding. KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH specifically reserves the right to modify or delete
technical specifications, 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 particular
model without prior notice. KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from illustrations and descrip-
tions, misprints, and other errors. The models portrayed partly contain special equipment that does not belong to
the regular scope of supply.
© 2017 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH, Mattighofen Austria
All rights reserved
Reproduction, even in part, as well as copying of all kinds, is permitted only with the express written permission
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ISO 9001(12 100 6061)
According to the international quality management standard ISO 9001, KTM uses quality assur-
ance processes that lead to the maximum possible quality of the products.
Issued by: TÜV Management Service
KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH
Stallhofnerstraße 3
5230 Mattighofen, Austria
This document is valid for the following models:
1290 Super Adventure S EU (F9903R4, F9903R5)
1290 Super Adventure S JP (F9986R4)
1290 Super Adventure S US (F9975R4, F9975R5)
1290 Super Adventure S CN (F9987R4)

1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION
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1.1 Symbols used
The meaning of specific symbols is described below.
Indicates an expected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).
Indicates an unexpected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).
Indicates a page reference (more information is provided on the specified page).
Indicates information with more details or tips.
Indicates the result of a testing step.
Indicates a voltage measurement.
Indicates a current measurement.
Indicates a resistance measurement.
Indicates the end of an activity including potential rework.
1.2 Formats used
The typographical formats used in this document are explained below.
Proprietary name Indicates a proprietary name.
Name®Indicates a protected name.
Brand™ Indicates a brand available on the open market.
Underlined terms Refer to technical details of the vehicle or indicate technical terms, which
are explained in the glossary.

SETUP 2
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2.1 Unpacking and setting up the vehicle
F01344-10
–Remove the straps and box.
V00718-10
–Remove the adhesive tape in the upper area of the motorcycle.
V00719-10
–Roll down the film at the sides.
Info
To avoid damaging the motorcycle during unpacking,
leave the other films on the vehicle until you have fin-
ished work on the vehicle.
–Remove the separate enclosure and unpack it. Check the sepa-
rate enclosure for completeness.
–Check the vehicle for transport damage.
V00720-10
–Remove the controls from the transport holder.
–Remove the screws and handlebar clamps.
–Remove the transport holder.
V00721-10
–Remove the right hand guard.
–Position the controls on the right half of the handlebar.
Tighten the screws.
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Remaining chassis
screws
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
–Mount the right hand guard.

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V00722-10
Warning
Danger of accidents A repaired handlebar poses a
safety risk.
If the handlebar is bent or straightened, the mate-
rial becomes fatigued. The handlebar may break as a
result.
–Change the handlebar if the handlebar is damaged
or bent.
–Position the handlebar.
Info
Make sure the cables and wiring are positioned cor-
rectly.
–Position the handlebar clamps. Tighten the screws evenly.
Guideline
Screw, handlebar
clamp
M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
Markings Aface backwards.
Handlebar scale markings Bare located centrally
between the handlebar clamps.
–Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
F01346-01
–Mount and tighten the rear mirror on both sides.

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V00724-10
–Mount reflector 1with spring washers 2on holding
plate 3.
–Mount the holding plate on the license plate bracket.
(EU/JP/CN)
–Mount the license plate holder.
(US)
–Bond the reflectors on the right and left side of the reflec-
tor holder.
–Mount the reflector holder on license plate bracket.
–Carefully loosen and remove the tension belt over the
swingarm.
Guideline
An assistant prevents the motorcycle from falling over.
–Carefully loosen and remove the tension belts around the lower
triple clamp.
The vehicle is released at the front.
–Together with an assistant, take the vehicle off the palette.
V00725-10
–Remove radiator shield 4.
F01347-10
–Mount rubber dampers 5on the engine guard.
–Position engine guard. Mount and tighten the screws with the
distance sleeves.
Guideline
Screw, engine guard M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
F01348-10
Condition
Function KTM MY RIDE (optional) activated.
–Remove screws 6.
–Take off the headlight mask.

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F01349-10
–Remove screws 7with the sleeves.
Tip
Adjust the tilt of the combination instrument
accordingly.
F01350-10
–Disconnect plug-in connector 8.
H02004-10
–Apply radio certification sticker to the rear of the combina-
tion instrument in area C.
Info
If the function KTM MY RIDE is enabled, the sticker
must be applied.
If the function KTM MY RIDE is not enabled or has
been disabled, the sticker must not be applied.
–Join the plug-in connector.
–Mount and tighten the screws with sleeves 7.
Guideline
Screw, combination
instrument
M5 4.5 Nm
(3.32 lbf ft)
Tip
Adjust the tilt of the combination instrument
accordingly.
–Position the headlight mask.
–Mount and tighten screws 6.

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Guideline
Screw, cover part M5 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
–Install the wind shield. ( p. 8)
–Remove the Race-on key from the storage compartment and
keep in a safe place for the handover.
–Take off the passenger seat. ( p. 8)
–Remove black ignition key and the KEYCODECARD from under
the passenger seat and keep in a safe place for the handover.
–Recharge the battery. ( p. 9)
–Remove the remaining films.
–Check the headlight setting. ( p. 13)
–Refuel. ( p. 17)
–Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the
KTM Dealer.net for handover to the customer.

3 WORK
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3.1 Installing the wind shield
V00728-10
–Position wind shield 1.
–Mount and tighten screws 2.
Guideline
Screw, wind shield M5 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
3.2 Removing the passenger seat
H02100-10
–Insert the Race‑on key or the black ignition key into the seat
lock 1and turn clockwise.
–Raise front of the passenger seat, pull toward the fuel tank,
and take off from above.
–Remove the key.
3.3 Mounting the passenger seat
401680-11
–Attach the hooks on the passenger seat 1to the hanger on
the subframe.
Info
Ensure that the seat heating cable is correctly routed.
–Lower passenger seat and push back at the same time.
–Position locking pin 2in lock housing and press passen-
ger seat forward until the locking pin engages with an audible
click.
–Check that the passenger seat is correctly mounted.
3.4 Removing the front rider's seat
Preparatory work
–Take off the passenger seat. ( p. 8)
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AA
M00856-10
Main work
–Lift the rider's seat back and unhook in the Aarea.