KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK User Manual (English)

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Mary NavarroAug 19, 2025
What to do if KTM Motorcycle engine overheats HIGH TEMP?
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  David WallerAug 19, 2025
  If your KTM motorcycle engine is overheating, it could be due to several reasons: * There might be too little coolant in the cooling system, so check for leaks and the coolant level. * The cooling fins could be very dirty, requiring cleaning. * A radiator hose might be kinked or damaged, needing replacement. * The thermostat could be defective, requiring a check. * Fuse 4 might be blown, needing replacement. * There could be a defect in the radiator fan system, requiring a check. * There might be air in the cooling system, requiring you to refill coolant and bleed the system.
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diane30Aug 21, 2025
Why KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK EFI warning lamp (MIL) lights up / flashes?
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  Douglas CarlsonAug 21, 2025
  The EFI warning lamp on your KTM motorcycle may light up or flash due to a fault in the fuel injection system. Another possible reason is lack of fuel, so ensure you fill up the fuel.
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brandoncurryAug 23, 2025
What to do if KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK engine cranks but doesn't start?
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  Thomas HatfieldAug 23, 2025
  If your KTM motorcycle engine cranks but doesn't start, it could be due to: * Oxidized plug connector of wiring harness, so you should clean the plug connector and treat it with contact spray. * A fault in the fuel injection system or defective fuel pump control. * Insufficient fuel quality, so you should add suitable fuel.
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Natalie ThomasAug 26, 2025
Why KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK Motorcycle battery discharged?
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  Xavier SmithAug 26, 2025
  Your KTM motorcycle battery might be discharged if the ignition was not switched off when the vehicle was parked, so you should recharge the battery. Another possibility is that the battery is not being charged by the alternator, so you should check the charging voltage.
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andrewrobbinsAug 28, 2025
Why KTM Motorcycle has high oil consumption?
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  leonardjohnsonAug 28, 2025
  High oil consumption in your KTM motorcycle could be due to: * Engine oil level being too high, so check the engine oil level. * Engine oil being too thin (viscosity), so change the engine oil and filter, and clean the oil screen.
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Erica GarciaAug 30, 2025
Why KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK Motorcycle engine doesn't crank when the electric starter button is pressed?
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  davidrodriguezAug 31, 2025
  There are several reasons why your KTM motorcycle engine might not crank when you press the electric starter: * You may not be following the correct start procedure. * The battery could be discharged, requiring a recharge. * Fuse 1 or 6 , or the main fuse might be blown, needing replacement. * There may be a defect in the ignition/steering lock or the emergency OFF switch or the safety start system. * The immobilizer may be active. * The EFI control unit might not be activated, or there could be a malfunction in CAN bus communication. * The combination instrument could be defective.
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Ruben BurnsSep 1, 2025
Why KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK has too little power?
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  tduncanSep 1, 2025
  If your KTM motorcycle has too little power, it might be because: * The air filter is very dirty, so you should change it. * The fuel filter is very dirty, so you should change it. * There is a fault in the fuel injection system.
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Donna SuarezSep 4, 2025
What to do if KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK engine cranks only if the clutch lever is pulled?
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  George CarrilloSep 4, 2025
  If your KTM motorcycle engine only cranks when the clutch lever is pulled, it could be because a gear is engaged, so shift into neutral. It could also be due to a defective safety start system.
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Brad EdwardsSep 6, 2025
What to do if KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK brake light and horn do not work?
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  johnsonthomasSep 6, 2025
  If the brake light and horn on your KTM motorcycle do not work, it is likely that fuse 3 is blown, so you should change the fuse.
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denise12Sep 8, 2025
What to do if KTM 2013 1190 RC8 R EU/UK Motorcycle headlight and parking light do not work?
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  Christina MorrisSep 9, 2025
  If the headlight and parking light on your KTM motorcycle do not work, it is likely that fuse 2 is blown, so you should change the fuse.