KTM 1290 Super Adventure T 2017 Manual

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2017
1290 Super Adventure T
Art. no. 3213661en

INTRODUCTION 1
*3213661en*
3213661en
01/2017
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.
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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, devi-
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All rights reserved
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According to the international quality management standard ISO 9001, KTM uses quality assurance processes that lead to
the maximum possible quality of the products.
Issued by: TÜV Management Service
KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH
5230 Mattighofen, Austria
This document is valid for the following models:
1290 Super Adventure T EU (F9903QA)
1290 Super Adventure T US (F9975QA)

1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION 2
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.
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.

2 SETUP 3
2.1 Unpacking and setting up the vehicle
S00694-10
–Remove the straps and box.
S00695-10
–Remove the adhesive tape in the upper area of the motorcycle.
S00696-10
–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 finished work on the vehicle.
–Remove the separate enclosure and unpack it. Check the separate enclosure for
completeness.
–Check the vehicle for transport damage.
S00697-10
–Remove the controls from the transport holder.
–Remove the screws and handlebar clamps.
–Remove the transport holder.
M00791-01
–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.
S00698-10
–Position the handlebar.
–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.

2 SETUP 4
–Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
M00792-01
–Mount and tighten the rear mirror on both sides.
V00130-10
–Mount reflector 1with spring washers 2on holding plate 3.
–Mount the holding plate on the license plate bracket.
–Mount the license plate holder.
–Carefully loosen and remove the tension belt over the swingarm.
Guideline
An assistant prevents the motorcycle from falling over.
–Carefully loosen and remove the tensioning belts around the lower triple clamp.
The vehicle is released at the front.
–Together with an assistant, take the vehicle off the palette.
–Loosen the mask spoiler. ( p. 7)
V00134-10
–Remove screws 4.
M00748-10
–Swing the headlight toward the front.
–Disconnect plug-in connector 5.
–Put down the headlight on a soft cloth.
M00794-10
–Position headlight mask 6.
The screw connection points Care correctly aligned to the headlight.
The holder 7locks onto the headlight.

2 SETUP 5
M00795-10
–Mount and tighten screws 8.
–Install the headlight mask with the headlight. ( p. 10)
–Position the mask spoiler. ( p. 8)
M00749-10
–Position fuel tank support ring 9on the left and right crash bars.
–Mount and tighten screws bk on the left and right crash bars.
–Install the crash bar. ( p. 11)
–Install the wind shield. ( p. 11)
M00750-10
–Remove radiator shield bl.
–Recharge the battery. ( p. 12)
–Remove the remaining films.
–Mount the front rider's seat. ( p. 7)
–Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 6)
(1290 Super Adventure T US)
–Mount reflector. ( p. 19)
–Refuel. ( p. 16)
–Prepare the vehicle according to the specifications in the KTM Dealer.net for han-
dover to the customer.

3 WORK 6
3.1 Removing the passenger seat
S01556-10
(1290 Super Adventure T EU)
–Insert the ignition key in seat lock 1and turn it clockwise.
–Raise front of the passenger seat, pull toward the tank, and remove upward.
Info
Pay attention to the seat heating cable.
M00805-10
(1290 Super Adventure T US)
–Insert the ignition key in seat lock 1and turn it clockwise.
–Raise front of the passenger seat, pull toward the tank, and remove upward.
Info
Pay attention to the seat heating cable.
S01557-10
–Disconnect plug-in connector 2.
–Remove the ignition key.
3.2 Mounting the passenger seat
S01557-11
–Connect plug-in connector 1.
401680-11
–Attach the hooks on the passenger seat to 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 passenger seat forward until the
locking pin engages with an audible click.
–Check that the passenger seat is correctly mounted.

3 WORK 7
3.3 Removing the front rider's seat
Preparatory work
–Remove the passenger seat. ( p. 6)
0
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AA
M00856-10
Main work
–Lift the rider's seat back and unhook in the Aarea.
Info
Pay attention to the seat heating cable.
S01558-10
–Disconnect plug-in connector 1.
3.4 Mounting the front rider's seat
S01558-10
Main work
–Connect plug-in connector 1.
401704-10
–Attach the recesses on the driver's seat to the fuel tank at the desired seat posi-
tion Aor B, and push the driver's seat forward while lowering it at the rear.
Info
Ensure that the seat heating cable is correctly routed.
–Finally, check that the driver's seat is correctly mounted.
Finishing work
–Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 6)
3.5 Loosening the mask spoiler
M00858-10
–Remove screw 1.

3 WORK 8
V00091-10
–Remove screw 2.
V00111-10
(1290 Super Adventure T EU)
–Pull the front part of the mask spoiler laterally out of the supports.
V00115-10
(1290 Super Adventure T US)
–Pull the front part of the mask spoiler laterally out of the supports.
V00112-10
–Carefully remove catch 3upward from bracket 4.
Info
Pay attention to the turn signal cable.
–Repeat these steps on the opposite side.
3.6 Positioning the mask spoiler
S01742-10
–Push the two rear catches 1on the mask spoiler into the supports 2provided.
–Push the mask spoiler up and position catch 3in bracket 4.
Info
Ensure that the turn signal cable is placed correctly.
Carefully push the mask spoiler up to avoid breaking the component or
bending catch 3.
Make sure that the rear catches on the mask spoiler remain in the supports
provided.
V00111-11
(1290 Super Adventure T EU)
–Push the front part of the mask spoiler laterally into the supports.

3 WORK 9
V00115-11
(1290 Super Adventure T US)
–Push the front part of the mask spoiler laterally into the supports.
V00091-11
–Mount and tighten screw 5.
Guideline
Screw, mask spoiler M5x17 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
M00858-11
–Mount and tighten screw 6.
Guideline
Screw, mask spoiler M5x17 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
–Repeat these steps on the opposite side.
3.7 Removing the bottom triple clamp cover
M00557-10
–Remove screws 1.
–Lower triple clamp cover 2slightly.
M00558-10
–Disconnect plugs 3of the horn.
–Detach temperature sensor 4.
–Remove the triple clamp cover.

3 WORK 10
3.8 Installing the bottom triple clamp cover
M00558-11
–Plug in connectors 1of the horn.
–Attach temperature sensor 2.
M00557-11
–Position the triple clamp cover 3.
–Mount and tighten screws 4.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
3.9 Installing the headlight mask with the headlight
M00748-11
Main work
–Connect plug-in connector 1of the headlight.
–Check that the lighting is functioning properly.
–Position the headlight mask.
V00105-11
–Mount and tighten screws 2.
Guideline
Screw, headlight M6 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
S01611-10
–Mount and tighten screws 3.
Guideline
Screw, headlight M6 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)

3 WORK 11
V00110-10
–Position windshield adapter 4.
–Mount and tighten screws 5.
Guideline
Screw, cover part M5 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
Finishing work
–Position the mask spoiler. ( p. 8)
–Install the wind shield. ( p. 11)
–Check the setting of the lighting system. ( p. 16)
3.10 Installing the wind shield
M00769-10
–Position wind shield 1.
–Mount and tighten screws 2.
Guideline
Screw, wind shield M5 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
3.11 Installing the crash bar
V00098-10
–Position the right crash bar with the frame protector.
The fuel tank support ring should be correctly positioned on the fuel tank.
Info
Cover the components to protect them against damage.
–Mount screw 1, but do not tighten yet.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M8 25 Nm
(18.4 lbf ft)
–Mount screws 2, but do not tighten yet.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
V00096-10
–Position the left crash bar with the frame protector.
The fuel tank support ring should be correctly positioned on the fuel tank.
Info
Cover the components to protect them against damage.
–Mount screw 3, but do not tighten yet.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M8 25 Nm
(18.4 lbf ft)
–Mount screws 4, but do not tighten yet.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)

3 WORK 12
S01601-11
–Mount and tighten fittings 5.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
The crash bars are evenly aligned with each other.
–Tighten all the screws of the crash bar.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
Remaining chassis screws M8 25 Nm
(18.4 lbf ft)
3.12 Recharging the battery
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
–Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
–Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
–Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
–Keep sparks or open flames away from the battery.
–Only charge batteries in well-ventilated rooms.
–Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
–Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor immediately if battery acid and battery gases get into
the eyes.
Warning
Environmental hazard Batteries contain environmentally-hazardous materials.
–Do not dispose of batteries as household waste.
–Dispose of batteries at a collection point for used batteries.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
–Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
Even when there is no load on the battery, it discharges steadily.
The charging level and the method of charging are very important for the service life of the battery.
Rapid recharging with a high charging current shortens the service life of the battery.
If the charging current, charging voltage, and charging time are exceeded, the battery will be destroyed.
If the battery is depleted from starting the vehicle repeatedly, the battery must be charged immediately.
If the battery is left in a discharged state for an extended period, it will become over-discharged and sulfated, destroying the
battery.
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the acid level does not have to be checked.
Preparatory work
–Switch off all power consumers and switch off the engine.
–Remove the passenger seat. ( p. 6)
–Remove the front rider's seat. ( p. 7)
–Remove the battery. ( p. 13)
311910-10
Main work
–Connect the battery charger to the battery. Set the battery charger.
Alternative 1
Battery charger XCharge-professional EU (00029095050)
Alternative 2
Battery charger XCharge-professional US (00029095051)
Alternative 3
Battery charger XCharge-professional GB (00029095052)

3 WORK 13
Alternative 4
Battery charger XCharge-professional CH (00029095053)
Info
Follow the instructions of the charger and the manual.
–Disconnect the battery charger after charging the battery.
Guideline
The charging current, charging voltage, and charging time must not be exceeded.
Charge the battery regularly when the
motorcycle is not in use
3 months
Finishing work
–Install the battery. ( p. 14)
–Mount the front rider's seat. ( p. 7)
–Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 6)
–Set the time and date.
3.13 Removing the battery
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
–Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
–Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
–Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
–Keep sparks or open flames away from the battery.
–Only charge batteries in well-ventilated rooms.
–Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
–Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor immediately if battery acid and battery gases get into
the eyes.
Caution
Danger of accidents Electronic components and safety devices will be damaged if the battery is discharged or missing.
–Never operate the vehicle with a discharged battery or without a battery.
Preparatory work
–Switch off all power consumers and switch off the engine.
–Remove the passenger seat. ( p. 6)
–Remove the front rider's seat. ( p. 7)
S00737-10
Main work
–Pull locking mechanism 1in the direction of the arrow.
–Fold open cover 2.
M00610-10
–Disconnect negative cable 3from the battery.
–Disconnect positive cable 4from the battery.
–Take the battery and battery case 5out of the battery compartment.

3 WORK 14
3.14 Installing the battery
Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
–Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
–Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
–Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
–Keep sparks or open flames away from the battery.
–Only charge batteries in well-ventilated rooms.
–Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
–Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor immediately if battery acid and battery gases get into
the eyes.
Caution
Danger of accidents Electronic components and safety devices will be damaged if the battery is discharged or missing.
–Never operate the vehicle with a discharged battery or without a battery.
M00610-11
Main work
–Position the battery in battery case 1.
Guideline
The even side of the battery case must be opposite the poles.
–Position the battery and battery case in the battery compartment.
–Position the positive cable 2and mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline
Screw, battery terminal M6 4.5 Nm
(3.32 lbf ft)
–Position the negative cable 3and mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline
Screw, battery terminal M6 4.5 Nm
(3.32 lbf ft)
S00736-10
–Close the cover 4and push down slightly.
The cover engages with an audible click.
Finishing work
–Mount the front rider's seat. ( p. 7)
–Mount the passenger seat. ( p. 6)
–Set the time and date.
3.15 Opening the filler cap
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
–Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
–Switch off the engine for refueling.
–Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
–If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
–Observe the specifications for refueling.

3 WORK 15
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
–Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
–Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
–Do not inhale fuel vapors.
–In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
–Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
–Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
–Keep fuels correctly in a suitable canister, and out of the reach of children.
Warning
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
–Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.
M00799-10
–Lift cover 1of the filler cap and insert ignition key 2in the fuel tank lock.
M00801-10
Note
Danger of damage The ignition key may break if overloaded.
Damaged ignition keys must be replaced.
–Push down on the filler cap to take pressure off the ignition key.
–Turn ignition key 2clockwise.
–Fold open filler cap 3.
3.16 Closing the filler cap
M00802-10
–Fold down filler cap 1.
–Turn ignition key 2clockwise.
M00800-10
–Push down the filler cap and turn the ignition key 2counterclockwise until the
tank lock closes.
Warning
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable, toxic and a health hazard.
–Check the filler cap is locked correctly after closing.
–Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
–Rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water in the event of
contact with the skin.
–Remove ignition key 2and close cover 3.

3 WORK 16
3.17 Refueling
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
The fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if overfilled.
–Do not refuel the vehicle in the vicinity of open flames or lit cigarettes.
–Switch off the engine for refueling.
–Make sure that no fuel is spilled; particularly not on hot parts of the vehicle.
–If any fuel is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
–Observe the specifications for refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
–Avoid skin, eye and clothing contact with fuel.
–Immediately consult a doctor if you swallow fuel.
–Do not inhale fuel vapors.
–In case of skin contact, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.
–Rinse the eyes thoroughly with water, and consult a doctor in case of fuel contact with the eyes.
–Change your clothing in case of fuel spills on them.
Note
Material damage Inadequate fuel quality causes the fuel filter to quickly become clogged.
In some countries and regions, the available fuel quality and cleanliness may not be sufficient. This will result in problems with the
fuel system.
–Refuel only with clean fuel that meets the specified standards.
Warning
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
–Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.
M00798-10
–Switch off the engine.
–Open the filler cap. ( p. 14)
–Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to the lower edge Aof the filler neck.
Total fuel tank
capacity, approx.
30 l (7.9 US gal) Super unleaded (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON
91) ( p. 23)
–Close the filler cap. ( p. 15)
3.18 Checking the setting of the lighting system
402424-10
–Position the vehicle upright on a horizontal surface in front of a light wall and make
a mark at the height of the center of the low beam headlight.
–Make a second mark at a distance Aunder the first mark.
Guideline
Distance A5 cm (2 in)

3 WORK 17
0
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AA
0
0
BB0
0
BB
402426-10
–Make two further marks spaced apart Bto the left and the right of the second
marking.
Guideline
Distance B71.5 cm (28.15 in)
402425-10
–Position the vehicle perpendicular to the wall at a distance Cfrom the wall and
switch on the low beam.
Guideline
Distance C5 m (16 ft)
–The rider, with luggage and passenger if applicable, now mounts the motorcycle.
–Check the headlight setting.
The light-dark boundary of the low beam must lie exactly on the lower mark when
the motorcycle is ready to operate with the rider mounted along with any luggage
and a passenger if applicable.
» If the boundary between light and dark does not meet specifications:
–Adjust the headlight range. ( p. 18)
–Press the UP or DOWN button until the "Settings" menu appears on the matrix dis-
play. Pressing the SET button opens the menu.
–Press the UP or DOWN button until "cLightTest" is highlighted in black on the matrix
display. Pressing the SET button again starts the cornering light test.
–Wait for a few seconds until the upper segment of the left cornering light lights up
continuously.
402427-01
–Checking the left cornering light setting.
The light-dark boundary of the upper segment must run exactly through the left
marking.
» If the boundary between light and dark does not meet specifications:
–Adjust the cornering light range. ( p. 18)
–Press the SET button.
The left cornering light is switched off.
The right cornering light test is started.
–Wait for a few seconds until the upper segment of the right cornering light lights up
continuously.
402428-01
–Checking the right cornering light setting.
The light-dark boundary of the upper segment must run exactly through the right
marking.
» If the boundary between light and dark does not meet specifications:
–Adjust the cornering light range. ( p. 18)
–Press the SET button.
The cornering light is switched off.

3 WORK 18
3.19 Adjusting the headlight range
Preparatory work
–Check the setting of the lighting system. ( p. 16)
–Remove the bottom triple clamp cover. ( p. 9)
M00807-10
Main work
–Turn adjusting screw 1to adjust the headlight range.
Info
Turn clockwise to increase the headlight range; turn counterclockwise to
reduce the headlight range.
If you have a payload, you may have to correct the headlight range.
402424-10
–Set the headlight to marking A.
Guideline
The light-dark boundary must lie exactly on the lower mark Awhen the motor-
cycle is ready to operate with the rider mounted along with any luggage and a
passenger if applicable.
Finishing work
–Install the bottom triple clamp cover. ( p. 10)
3.20 Adjusting the cornering light range
Preparatory work
–Check the setting of the lighting system. ( p. 16)
Main work
–Press the UP or DOWN button until the "Settings" menu appears on the matrix dis-
play. Pressing the SET button opens the menu.
–Press the UP or DOWN button until "cLightTest" is highlighted in black on the matrix
display. Pressing the SET button again starts the cornering light test.
–Wait for a few seconds until the upper segment of the left cornering light lights up
continuously.
S01612-10
–Turn adjusting screw 1to adjust the left cornering light range.
Info
Turn clockwise to increase the headlight range; turn counterclockwise to
reduce the headlight range.
402427-01
–Set the upper segment on the left marking.
Guideline
The light-dark boundary of the upper segment must run exactly through the left
marking.
–Press the SET button.
The left cornering light is switched off.
The right cornering light test is started.
–Wait for a few seconds until the upper segment of the right cornering light lights up
continuously.