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12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 86

L02261-10

– Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.

– Shift gear to neutral.

– In the area of chain sliding guard, press the chain upward toward the swingarm and

determine chain tension



Info

The upper chain section



must be taut.

Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at differ-

ent chain positions.

Chain tension 5… 7 mm (0.2… 0.28 in)

» If the chain tension does not meet specifications:

– Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 87)

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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