KTM 890 Adventure 2021 Manual

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 2021
890 ADVENTURE
890 ADVENTURE L
Art. no. 3214442en

INTRODUCTION
*3214442en*
3214442en
03/2021
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 contained herein 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 produc-
tion of a particular model without prior notice. KTM accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations from fig-
ures and descriptions, misprints, and other errors. The models portrayed partly contain special equipment that
does not belong to the regular scope of supply.
© 2021 KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH, Mattighofen Austria
All rights reserved
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KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH
Stallhofnerstraße 3
5230 Mattighofen, Austria
This document is valid for the following models:
890 ADVENTURE EU (F9703U5, F9703U6)
890 ADVENTURE US (F9775U5, F9775U6)
890 ADVENTURE L EU (F9703UE, F9703UF)

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 Transport mode
H02713-01
This vehicle was blocked for transport in the software.
To operate the vehicle, the vehicle electronics must be enabled.
This process is conducted during initial setup in KTM Dealer.net.
Enabling ensures that the initial setup in KTM Dealer.net is docu-
mented.
Enabling can be performed either temporarily, e.g. for a test ride,
or permanently for vehicle handover.
Info
Make sure that the vehicle is permanently enabled before
handing it over to the customer.
2.2 Diagnostics connector
F01981-10
Diagnostics connector 1is located under the battery cover.
2.3 Unpacking and setting up the vehicle
F01037-10
–Remove the straps and the box.
F02125-01
–Remove the adhesive tape in the upper area of the motorcycle.

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F03428-01
–Roll down the film at the sides.
Guideline
To avoid damaging the vehicle while setting it up, do
not remove the protective film on each component until
installing the component, and leave it on the vehicle until
work has been completed.
–Remove the separate enclosure and unpack it. Check that the
scope of supply is complete using the enclosed packing list.
Info
The procedure for missing components is described in
the Customer Service Manual.
–Check the vehicle for transport damage.
Info
The procedure in the event of transport damage is
described in the Customer Service Manual.
F02127-01
–Remove the cable tie. Place the handlebar at the front.
–Remove the clutch and the brake assembly from the transport
holder.
–Remove the screws from the handlebar clamps. Take off the
handlebar clamps and transport holder.
F02128-10
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.
–Unpack handlebar and position.
Info
Make sure the cables and wiring are positioned cor-
rectly.
–Position the handlebar clamps. Mount and tighten the screws
evenly.
Guideline
Screw, handlebar
clamp
M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
Markings Aface backward.

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Handlebar scale markings Bare located centrally
between the handlebar clamps.
Info
Keep the installed gap widths equal when tightening.
–Check the handlebar position.
» If the handlebar position is not adjusted as required by the
customer:
–Adjust the handlebar position. ( p. 12)
F02129-01
–Mount the right hand guard.
Guideline
Hand guard fitting M6 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
Hand guard screw M8 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft)
F02130-01
–Mount the left hand guard.
Guideline
Hand guard fitting M6 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
Hand guard screw M8 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft)

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F02131-10
–Position the brake assembly on the handlebar.
–Position brake assembly clamp on the handlebar.
The holding lug of the clamp engages in the combination
switch.
–Mount and tighten screws 1.
Guideline
Screw, brake assem-
bly
M6 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
–Tighten all the screws on the controls on the right half of the
handlebar.
Guideline
Screw for throttle
grip
M5 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
Screw, combination
switch, right
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Info
Pay attention to the markings on the handlebar.
Make sure the cables and wiring are positioned cor-
rectly.
–Tie the cables and wires together with the rubber straps sup-
plied.
–Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
F02132-10
–Position the clutch assembly on the handlebar.
Info
Pay attention to the markings on the handlebar.
–Position the clutch assembly clamp on the handlebar.
–Mount and tighten screws 2.
Guideline
Screw, clutch assem-
bly
M6 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
–Tighten all the screws on the controls on the left half of the
handlebar.
Guideline
Screw, fixed grip, left M4 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft)
Screw, combination
switch, left
M5 2 Nm (1.5 lbf ft)
Info
Pay attention to the markings on the handlebar.
Make sure the cables and wiring are positioned cor-
rectly.
–Tie the cables and wires together with the rubber straps sup-
plied.

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F02144-01
–Mount and tighten the rear mirror on both sides.
F02134-10
–Mount rubber bushings 3on windshield 4.
–Mount windshield 4on windshield bracket 5.
The windshield engages on the left and right in the
recesses of the windshield bracket.
–Mount and tighten screws 6.
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
F02133-10
–Position the windshield bracket with the windshield in lower
recess C.
–Mount and tighten screw 7.
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)

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F02135-10
(EU)
–Mount reflector 8with rubber bushings 9and tension
washers bk on the license plate holder bl.
–Position the license plate bracket on the license plate sup-
port.
–Mount and tighten screws bm.
Guideline
Screw, license
plate holder
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Loctite®243™
–Carefully loosen and remove the rear tension belt.
Info
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 pallet.
F02136-10
–Mount rubber spacers bn on the retaining bracket bo.
–Position retaining bracket bo on the engine guard.
–Mount and tighten screws bp.
Guideline
Screw, engine
guard retaining
bracket
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
Loctite®243™