KTM 790 DUKE 2018 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL 2018
790 Duke
Art. no. 3213749en

DEAR KTM CUSTOMER
*3213749en*
3213749en
03/2018
DEAR KTM CUSTOMER
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art
sports motorcycle that will give you enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it properly.
We hope you enjoy riding this motorcycle!
Enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below.
Chassis number ( p. 24) Dealer's stamp
Engine number ( p. 25)
Key number ( p. 25)
The Owner's Manual contained the latest information for this model series at the time of going to print. However,
minor differences due to further developments in design cannot be ruled out completely.
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
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model without prior notice. KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from figures and descriptions,
misprints, and other errors. The models portrayed partly contain special equipment that does not belong to the
regular scope of supply.
© 2018 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH, Mattighofen Austria
All rights reserved

DEAR KTM CUSTOMER
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Reproduction, even in part, as well as copying of all kinds, is permitted only with the express written permission
of the copyright owner.
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:
790 Duke EU (F9603R5, F9603R6)
790 Duke L EU (F9603R8)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION ...................... 9
1.1 Symbols used .................................... 9
1.2 Formats used................................... 10
2 SAFETY ADVICE.......................................... 11
2.1 Use definition –intended use............ 11
2.2 Misuse............................................ 11
2.3 Safety advice................................... 11
2.4 Degrees of risk and symbols .............. 12
2.5 Tampering warning........................... 13
2.6 Safe operation ................................. 13
2.7 Protective clothing ........................... 14
2.8 Work rules....................................... 15
2.9 Environment.................................... 15
2.10 Owner's Manual ............................... 16
3 IMPORTANT NOTES.................................... 17
3.1 Manufacturer and implied warranty.... 17
3.2 Operating and auxiliary substances .... 17
3.3 Spare parts, accessories ................... 17
3.4 Service ........................................... 18
3.5 Figures ........................................... 18
3.6 Customer service.............................. 18
4 VIEW OF VEHICLE ...................................... 20
4.1 View of vehicle, front left (example) ... 20
4.2 View of vehicle, rear right
(example)........................................ 22
5 SERIAL NUMBERS ..................................... 24
5.1 Chassis number ............................... 24
5.2 Type label ....................................... 24
5.3 Key number..................................... 25
5.4 Engine number ................................ 25
5.5 Fork part number ............................. 26
5.6 Shock absorber article number .......... 26
5.7 Steering damper article number ........ 27
6 CONTROLS................................................. 28
6.1 Clutch lever..................................... 28
6.2 Hand brake lever.............................. 28
6.3 Throttle grip .................................... 29
6.4 Switches on the left side of the
handlebar........................................ 29
6.4.1 Combination switch...................... 29
6.4.2 Light switch ................................ 30
6.4.3 Menu switch................................ 31
6.4.4 Turn signal switch........................ 31
6.4.5 Horn button ................................ 32

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6.5 Switches on the right side of the
handlebar........................................ 33
6.5.1 Emergency OFF switch/electric
starter button .............................. 33
6.6 Ignition/steering lock........................ 34
6.7 Opening the filler cap....................... 35
6.8 Closing the filler cap ........................ 37
6.9 Seat lock......................................... 38
6.10 Tool set........................................... 38
6.11 Grab handle .................................... 39
6.12 Passenger foot pegs ......................... 39
6.13 Shift lever ....................................... 40
6.14 Foot brake lever ............................... 41
6.15 Side stand....................................... 41
7 COMBINATION INSTRUMENT ..................... 43
7.1 Combination instrument ................... 43
7.2 Activation and test ........................... 43
7.3 Day-Night mode............................... 45
7.4 Warning notes.................................. 46
7.5 Indicator lamps................................ 48
7.6 Display ........................................... 52
7.7 TRACK display................................. 54
7.8 Shift warning light ........................... 55
7.9 Fuel level display ............................. 56
7.10 Time............................................... 57
7.11 Coolant temperature indicator ........... 57
7.12 Trip distance counter ....................... 58
7.13 Menu.............................................. 59
7.13.1 Favorites ..................................... 59
7.13.2 Trip 1 ......................................... 60
7.13.3 Trip 2 ......................................... 61
7.13.4 General Info ................................ 62
7.13.5 Settings ...................................... 63
7.13.6 Bluetooth®(optional).................... 63
7.13.7 Distance ..................................... 64
7.13.8 Temp.......................................... 65
7.13.9 Pressure ..................................... 66
7.13.10 Fuel Cons.................................... 67
7.13.11 Language .................................... 68
7.13.12 Clock/Date .................................. 68
7.13.13 DRL ........................................... 69
7.13.14 TPMS warning ............................. 71
7.13.15 Quick Selector 1.......................... 72
7.13.16 Quick Selector 2.......................... 73
7.13.17 Set Favorites ............................... 74
7.13.18 Service ....................................... 75
7.13.19 Extra functions ............................ 75
7.13.20 Warnings..................................... 76
7.13.21 Ride Mode .................................. 77
7.13.22 Track.......................................... 78
7.13.23 Anti‑wheelie mode ....................... 79

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7.13.24 Launch control ............................ 80
7.13.25 MTC + MSR ................................ 80
7.13.26 ABS............................................ 81
7.13.27 ABS Mode................................... 82
7.13.28 Quick Shift +............................... 83
7.13.29 Shift Light .................................. 84
7.13.30 KTM MY RIDE (optional) .............. 85
7.13.31 Pairing (optional) ......................... 86
7.13.32 Audio player (optional) ................. 88
7.13.33 Telephony (optional) .................... 90
8 ERGONOMICS ............................................ 91
8.1 Handlebar position........................... 91
8.2 Adjusting the handlebar position .... 91
8.3 Adjusting the basic position of the
clutch lever ..................................... 93
8.4 Adjusting the basic position of the
hand brake lever .............................. 94
8.5 Adjusting the basic position of the
foot brake lever ............................ 95
8.6 Checking the basic position of the
shift lever........................................ 97
8.7 Adjusting the basic position of the
shift lever .................................... 98
9 PREPARING FOR USE............................... 100
9.1 Advice on preparing for first use ...... 100
9.2 Running in the engine .................... 102
9.3 Loading the vehicle........................ 102
10 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS............................ 105
10.1 Checks and maintenance measures
when preparing for use ................... 105
10.2 Starting the vehicle ........................ 106
10.3 Starting off.................................... 107
10.4 Launch‑Control .............................. 108
10.5 Starting off with launch control ....... 108
10.6 Quickshifter +................................ 110
10.7 Shifting, riding .............................. 111
10.8 Engine traction torque
control (MSR)................................. 117
10.9 Applying the brakes........................ 118
10.10 Stopping, parking........................... 120
10.11 Transporting .................................. 122
10.12 Refueling ...................................... 123
11 SERVICE SCHEDULE ................................ 125
11.1 Additional information.................... 125
11.2 Required work ............................... 125
11.3 Recommended work ....................... 128

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12 TUNING THE CHASSIS ............................. 129
12.1 Adjusting the spring preload of the
shock absorber ........................... 129
13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS............. 130
13.1 Raising the motorcycle with the
rear lifting gear .............................. 130
13.2 Removing the rear of the
motorcycle from the lifting gear....... 130
13.3 Lifting the motorcycle with the
front lifting gear............................. 131
13.4 Taking the motorcycle off the front
lifting gear .................................... 132
13.5 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork
legs ........................................... 133
13.6 Removing the passenger seat .......... 135
13.7 Mounting the passenger seat........... 136
13.8 Removing the front rider's seat........ 137
13.9 Mounting the front rider's seat......... 138
13.10 Checking the chain for dirt.............. 139
13.11 Cleaning the chain ......................... 140
13.12 Checking the chain tension ............. 142
13.13 Adjusting the chain tension............. 143
13.14 Checking the chain, rear sprocket,
engine sprocket, and chain guide .... 145
14 BRAKE SYSTEM ....................................... 149
14.1 Antilock brake system (ABS) ........... 149
14.2 Checking the brake discs ................ 151
14.3 Checking the front brake fluid
level ............................................. 153
14.4 Adding front brake fluid .............. 154
14.5 Checking the front brake linings ...... 156
14.6 Checking the free travel of the foot
brake lever .................................... 158
14.7 Checking rear brake fluid level ........ 159
14.8 Adding rear brake fluid ............... 160
14.9 Checking the rear brake linings ....... 162
15 WHEELS, TIRES ....................................... 164
15.1 Removing the front wheel ............ 164
15.2 Installing the front wheel ............ 166
15.3 Removing the rear wheel ............. 171
15.4 Installing the rear wheel .............. 174
15.5 Checking the rear hub rubber
dampers .................................... 177
15.6 Checking the tire condition ............. 179
15.7 Checking the tire pressure .............. 181
16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ............................... 183
16.1 Daytime running light (DRL)............. 183

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16.2 Removing the battery .................. 184
16.3 Installing the battery ................... 187
16.4 Recharging the battery ................ 189
16.5 Changing the main fuse.................. 192
16.6 Changing the ABS fuses ................. 195
16.7 Changing the fuses of individual
power consumers ........................... 197
16.8 Loosening the headlight mask with
the headlight ................................. 200
16.9 Mounting the headlight mask with
the headlight ................................. 201
16.10 Removing the cover of the
headlight mask rack ....................... 202
16.11 Installing the cover of the headlight
mask rack ..................................... 204
16.12 Checking the headlight setting ........ 206
16.13 Adjusting the headlight range.......... 207
16.14 Diagnostics connector .................... 208
16.15 Front ACC1 and ACC2 .................... 208
16.16 ACC1 and ACC2 rear ...................... 209
17 COOLING SYSTEM .................................... 210
17.1 Cooling system .............................. 210
17.2 Checking the antifreeze and
coolant level.................................. 211
17.3 Checking the coolant level in the
compensating tank......................... 213
17.4 Draining the coolant ................... 215
17.5 Filling/bleeding the cooling
system ...................................... 217
17.6 Changing the coolant...................... 219
18 TUNING THE ENGINE............................... 223
18.1 Ride Mode .................................... 223
18.2 Motorcycle traction control (MTC).... 224
18.3 Slip adjustment ............................. 225
18.4 Throttle response ........................... 225
19 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE .............. 227
19.1 Checking the engine oil level........... 227
19.2 Changing the engine oil and oil
filter, cleaning the oil screens ...... 228
19.3 Adding engine oil........................... 232
19.4 Checking the free travel of the
clutch lever ................................... 234
19.5 Setting the free travel of the clutch
lever .......................................... 235
20 CLEANING, CARE ..................................... 236
20.1 Cleaning the motorcycle ................. 236

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20.2 Checks and maintenance steps for
winter operation............................. 239
21 STORAGE................................................. 241
21.1 Storage ......................................... 241
21.2 Preparing for use after storage......... 243
22 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 244
23 TECHNICAL DATA..................................... 248
23.1 engine .......................................... 248
23.2 Engine tightening torques ............... 250
23.3 Capacities ..................................... 255
23.3.1 Engine oil ................................. 255
23.3.2 Coolant ..................................... 255
23.3.3 Fuel ......................................... 255
23.4 Chassis ......................................... 256
23.5 Electrical system............................ 257
23.6 Tires............................................. 258
23.7 Fork.............................................. 258
23.8 Shock absorber.............................. 259
23.9 Chassis tightening torques .............. 260
24 DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY ............. 267
24.1 Declarations of conformity .............. 267
25 SUBSTANCES .......................................... 271
26 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES ......................... 274
27 STANDARDS ............................................ 276
28 INDEX OF SPECIAL TERMS ....................... 277
29 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS.......................... 278
30 LIST OF SYMBOLS.................................... 279
30.1 Red symbols.................................. 279
30.2 Yellow and orange symbols.............. 279
30.3 Green and blue symbols.................. 280
INDEX ............................................................. 281