KTM 2016 RC 390 User Manual

17 TUNING THE ENGINE 149
17.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
M00452-10
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
–
Push back sleeve

.
–
Loosen lock nut

.
–
Adjust the play in the throttle cable by turning adjusting screw

.
Guideline
Throttle cable play 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
–
Tighten lock nut

.
–
Slide on sleeve

.
17.3 Checking the clutch lever play
L02111-11
– Check the clutch lever for smooth operation.
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Pull the clutch lever until resistance
is perceptible, and determine the play in the clutch lever

.
Clutch lever play 1… 3 mm (0.04… 0.12 in)
» If the clutch lever play does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the clutch cable play. ( p. 150)
Note
Clutch damage If there is no play on the clutch lever, the clutch will begin to slip.
– Before operating the motorcycle, always check the clutch lever play.
– Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The clutch lever play must not change.

KTM 2016 RC 390 Specifications

General

Displacement	373.2 cc
Bore x Stroke	89 mm x 60 mm
Compression Ratio	12.6:1
Power	32 kW (44 hp) @ 9, 500 rpm
Torque	35 Nm @ 7, 250 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Rear Brake	230 mm disc, single-piston caliper
Front Tire	110/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	150/60 ZR17
Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	10 liters
Dry Weight	147 kg
Ground Clearance	178.5 mm
Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Front Suspension	WP USD 43 mm
ABS	Bosch 9MB Two-Channel ABS
Frame	Steel trellis frame
Front Brake	300 mm disc, 4-piston radial caliper