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8 PREPARING FOR USE 59

– If you carry any baggage, make sure it is fixed firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight distribu-

tion between the front and rear wheels.

– Do not exceed the overall maximum permitted weight and the axle loads.

Guideline

Maximum permissible overall weight 335 kg (739 lb.)

Maximum permissible front axle load 125 kg (276 lb.)

Maximum permissible rear axle load 210 kg (463 lb.)

Default Chapter5
- Table of Contents5
1 Meansofrepresentation9
- Means of Representation9
  - Symbols Used9
  - Formats Used9
2 Safety Advice10
- Use Definition10
- Degrees of Risk and Symbols11
- Tampering Warning11
- Safe Operation12
- Protective Clothing13
- Work Rules13
- Environment13
- Owner's Manual14
3 Important Notes15
- Guarantee, Warranty15
- Operating and Auxiliary Substances15
- Spare Parts, Accessories15
- Service15
- Figures16
- Customer Service16
4 View of Vehicle18
- View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)18
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)20
5 Serial Numbers22
- Chassis Number22
- Type Label22
- Engine Number23
- Key Number23
6 Controls24
- Clutch Lever24
- Hand Brake Lever24
- Throttle Grip25
- Horn Button25
- Light Switch26
- High Beam Flasher Button26
- Turn Signal Switch27
- Emergency off Switch27
- Electric Starter Button28
- Ignition/Steering Lock28
- Locking the Steering29
- Unlocking the Steering29
- Opening the Filler Cap30
- Closing the Filler Cap31
- Seat Lock31
- Tool Set32
- Grab Handles32
- Passenger Footrests33
- Shift Lever33
- Foot Brake Lever34
- Side Stand35
7 Combination Instrument36
- Overview36
- Activation and Test37
- Warning Notes38
- Function Buttons41
- Indicator Lamps42
- Display43
- Filling Level Display in Fuel Tank44
- TRIP F Display45
- Coolant Temperature Indicator46
- Info Display47
- Riding Time/Average Speed Menu48
- Average Speed/Average Fuel Consumption 1 Menu48
- Average Fuel Consumption 1/Average Fuel Consumption 2 Menu49
- Average Fuel Consumption 2/Service Menu50
- Service/Range Menu51
- Range/Riding Time Menu52
- Total Distance Menu ODO53
- Distance Menu 1 TRIP 153
- Distance Menu 2 TRIP 254
- Setting Kilometers or Miles55
- Setting the Time55
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM 156
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM 257
8 Preparing for Use58
- Advice on First Use58
- Running in the Engine59
- Loading the Vehicle60
9 Riding Instructions62
- Checks and Maintenance When Preparing for Use62
10 Service Schedule74
- Additional Information74
- Required Work74
- Recommended Work76
11 Tuning the Chassis77
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber77
- Adjusting the Shift Lever78
12 Service Work on the Chassis80
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Rear Wheel Stand80
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Rear Wheel Stand80
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Front Wheel Stand81
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Front Wheel Stand82
- Removing the Front Rider's Seat83
- Mounting the Front Rider's Seat84
- Removing the Passenger Seat84
- Mounting the Passenger Seat85
- Checking for Chain Dirt Accumulation86
- Cleaning the Chain86
- Checking the Chain Tension87
- Adjusting the Chain Tension89
- Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, and Engine Sprocket91
- Removing the Battery Cover93
- Mounting the Battery Cover95
- Removing the Front Spoiler95
- Fitting Front Spoiler97
- Removing the Left Side Cover99
- Installing the Left Side Cover100
- Removing the Right Side Cover102
- Installing the Right Side Cover103
13 Brake System104
- Abs/Antilock Brake System104
- Checking the Brake Discs105
- Checking the Brake Fluid Level of the Front Brake106
- Adding Front Brake Fluid107
- Checking the Front Brake Linings108
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level109
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid110
- Checking the Rear Brake Linings111
- Checking the Free Travel of Foot Brake Lever112
- Adjusting the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever113
14 Wheels, Tires115
- Removing the Front Wheel115
- Installing the Front Wheel116
- Removing the Rear Wheel118
- Installing the Rear Wheel119
- Checking the Rear Hub Rubber Dampers120
- Checking the Tire Condition122
- Checking the Tire Air Pressure123
- Electrical System125
- Removing the Battery125
15 Electricalsystem126
- Installing the Battery126
- Recharging the Battery127
- Changing the ABS Fuses130
- Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers132
- Changing the Low Beam Bulb134
- Changing the High Beam Bulb135
- Checking the Low Beam Headlight Adjustment137
- Checking the High Beam Headlight Adjustment138
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the Low Beam139
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the High Beam139
16 Cooling System140
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank141
- Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level143
- Correcting the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank145
- Draining the Coolant146
- Filling/Bleeding the Cooling System147
- Tuning the Engine150
- Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable150
- Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable151
- Checking the Clutch Lever Play151
- Adjusting the Clutch Cable Play152
- Service Work on the Engine153
- Checking the Engine Oil Level153
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens153
- Adding Engine Oil156
19 Cleaning, Care158
- Cleaning the Motorcycle158
- Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter Operation160
20 Storage162
- Preparing for Use after Storage163
21 Troubleshooting164
22 Flash Code167
23 Technical Data173
- Engine173
- Engine Tightening Torques174
- Capacities177
- Engine Oil177
- Coolant177
- Fuel177
- Chassis177
- Electrical System179
- Tires179
- Fork180
- Shock Absorber180
- Chassis Tightening Torques180
24 Substances186
25 Auxiliary Substances188
26 Standards190
- Index191

Brand	KTM
Model	2015 RC 390 JP
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English

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