KTM 2016 RC 390 User Manual

21 TROUBLESHOOTING 162
Faults Possible cause Action
Engine does not crank when the elec-
tric starter button is pressed
Operating error – Go through the steps of starting the engine.
( p. 61)
Battery discharged – Recharge the battery. ( p. 125)
Fuse 1, 3, 4, or 7 is blown – Change the fuses of individual power consumers.
( p. 130)
No ground connection present – Check the ground connection.
Engine turns only if the clutch lever is
drawn
The vehicle is in gear – Shift gear to neutral.
The vehicle is in gear and the side
stand is folded out
– Shift gear to neutral.
Engine turns but does not start Operating error – Go through the steps of starting the engine.
( p. 61)
Fault in fuel injection system – Read out the fault memory using the KTM diag-
nostics tool.
Engine has too little power Air filter is very dirty – Change the air filter.
Fuel filter is very dirty – Check the fuel pressure.
Fault in fuel injection system – Read out the fault memory using the KTM diag-
nostics tool.
Engine overheats Too little coolant in cooling system – Check the cooling system for leakage.
– Check the coolant level in the compensating
tank. ( p. 139)
Radiator fins very dirty – Clean the radiator fins.
Foam formation in cooling system – Drain the coolant. ( p. 144)
– Fill/bleed the cooling system. ( p. 145)
Thermostat defective – Check the thermostat.
Fuse 5 blown – Change the fuses of individual power consumers.
( p. 130)

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