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KTM 250 XCF-W 2008 User Manual

KTM 250 XCF-W 2008
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250 SX-F, EXC-F, EXC-F
SIX DAYS
SIX DAYS
XCF-W, XC-F, SXS-F
REPARATURANLEITUNG
MANUALE DI RIPARAZIONE
MANUEL DE RÉPARATION
MANUAL DE REPARACIÓN
ART.NR.: 3.206.052-E
REPAIRMANUAL2005-2008
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KTM 250 XCF-W 2008 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, 4-stroke
Compression Ratio12.8:1
Transmission6-speed
Final Drive13:50
ClutchWet Multi-Disc Clutch, Hydraulically Operated
CoolingLiquid Cooled
IgnitionKokusan digital DC-CDI
LubricationPressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps

Summary

SERVICE-INFORMATIONS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION/UPDATING INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions for updating and managing the repair manual content.

INTRODUCTION

Overview of the repair manual's scope and usage guidelines.

REPLY FAX FOR REPAIR MANUALS

Form for providing feedback and reporting errors in the manual.

GENERAL INFORMATION

BLEEDING THE COOLING SYSTEM

Procedure for removing air from the motorcycle's cooling system.

CHANGING THE OIL FILTER

Steps for replacing the engine oil filter and related components.

OIL CIRCUIT

Diagram and explanation of the engine's oil circulation system.

BLEEDING OF THE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH

Process for removing air from the hydraulic clutch system.

ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLES

Instructions for adjusting the throttle cable free play and operation.

SPECIAL TOOLS ENGINE

Listing and illustration of specialized tools required for engine work.

REMOVING AND REFITTING ENGINE

DISMOUNTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step guide to safely removing the engine from the motorcycle frame.

MOUNTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step guide for reinstalling the engine into the motorcycle frame.

DISASSEMBLING THE ENGINE

PREPARATORY WORK

Initial steps and checks before disassembling the engine.

MOVING THE ENGINE INTO THE TDC POSITION

Procedure to set the engine's crankshaft to Top Dead Center.

REMOVING THE CAMSHAFTS

Detailed steps for removing the camshafts from the cylinder head.

REMOVING THE CYLINDER HEAD AND PISTON

Process for removing the cylinder head and piston assembly.

REMOVING THE CLUTCH COVER

Steps to remove the engine's clutch cover.

DISMANTLING THE CLUTCH

Procedure for taking apart the motorcycle's clutch assembly.

REMOVING THE CHAIN DRIVE AND PRIMARY GEAR

Steps to remove the engine's chain drive and primary gear components.

DISMANTLING THE SHIFT MECHANISM

Procedure for disassembling the motorcycle's gear shifting mechanism.

REMOVING THE OIL PUMPS

Steps to remove the engine's internal oil pumps.

SEPARATING THE CASING HALVES, REMOVING THE CRANKSHAFT AND TRANSMISSION SHAFTS

Process for splitting engine cases and removing crankshaft/shafts.

SERVICING INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS

Left casing half

Detailed procedures for servicing the left engine casing and its components.

Right casing half

Detailed procedures for servicing the right engine casing and its components.

Bypass valve

Checking and servicing the engine's bypass valve.

Clutch cover

Servicing the clutch cover and related seals.

Crankshaft

Inspection, measurement, and servicing of the crankshaft.

Measuring the outside dimension of the crankshaft webs

Method for measuring crankshaft web dimensions.

Crankshaft bearings

Procedures for servicing crankshaft bearings.

Axial clearance of the crankshaft

Checking and adjusting the crankshaft's axial clearance.

Cylinder

Inspection and measurement of the engine cylinder.

Measuring the piston and cylinder, establishing the mounting clearance of the piston

Process for measuring piston and cylinder for correct fit.

Piston

Inspection and replacement criteria for the engine piston.

Piston ring end gap

Measuring the end gap of piston rings.

Checking the oil pumps for wear

Inspecting the engine oil pumps for wear and damage.

Lubricating system

Servicing and maintenance of the engine's oil lubrication system.

Camshaft bearing

Procedures for servicing camshaft bearings.

Camshafts

Inspection and servicing of the engine camshafts.

Automatic decompression

Servicing the automatic decompression mechanism.

Camshaft bearing bridges

Inspection and servicing of camshaft bearing bridges.

Timing chain tensioner

Servicing and correct installation of the timing chain tensioner.

Timing train

Inspection of timing chain, gears, and tensioning components.

Cylinder head

Servicing procedures for the engine cylinder head.

Clutch

Inspection and servicing of the clutch components.

Kickstarter

Servicing the kickstarter mechanism.

Pre-mounting the kickstarter shaft

Steps for pre-assembling the kickstarter shaft.

Shift mechanism

Servicing and inspection of the gear shift mechanism.

Pre-mounting the shift shaft

Steps for pre-assembling the shift shaft.

General information on servicing the transmission

General checks for transmission wear and parts.

Assembling the main shaft

Procedure for assembling the main transmission shaft.

Assembling the countershaft

Procedure for assembling the counter transmission shaft.

ASSEMBLING THE ENGINE

Installing the transmission shafts and crankshaft, assembling the casing halves

Procedure for installing shafts and assembling engine casing halves.

Mounting the oil pumps

Installing the engine's oil pump assembly.

Mounting the shift mechanism

Reinstalling the gear shift mechanism into the engine.

Mounting the primary pinion and the chain drive

Installing the primary drive gear and timing chain.

Mounting the clutch

Reassembling and installing the clutch assembly.

Mounting the clutch cover

Installing the clutch cover with a new gasket.

Mounting the piston and cylinder head

Reinstalling the piston and cylinder head assembly.

Mounting the camshafts

Installing the engine camshafts.

Mounting the chain tensioner

Installing the timing chain tensioner.

Checking the valve clearance

Measuring and adjusting valve clearances after assembly.

Assembling the engine

Final steps for completing the engine assembly.

ELECTRICAL

CDI UNIT

Information and testing procedures for the CDI unit.

CHECKING THE IGNITION COIL

Testing the ignition coil resistance for proper function.

IGNITION SYSTEM

General information and troubleshooting for the ignition system.

CHECKING THE STATOR AND PULSE GENERATOR

Testing stator and pulse generator resistance values.

REPLACING THE STATOR

Steps for removing and installing the ignition stator.

MAIN FUSE

Location and replacement of the main electrical fuse.

CHECKING THE STARTER

Procedure to test the starter motor's operation.

CHECKING THE START RELAY

Testing the start relay continuity and function.

DISMOUNTING AND MOUNTING THE BATTERY

Steps for removing and reinstalling the motorcycle battery.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Guidelines and precautions for charging the motorcycle battery.

CHECKING THE CHARGING VOLTAGE

Measuring the charging system voltage output.

CHECKING FOR LOSS OF CURRENT

Method for checking battery drain or current loss.

ENGINE CHARACTERISTIC (250 EXC-F EU)

Information on selectable engine performance curves.

MEASURING WITH THE PEAK VOLTAGE ADAPTER: STATIC IGNITION VALUES

Using a peak voltage adapter to measure static ignition values.

MEASURING WITH THE PEAK VOLTAGE ADAPTER: STATIC GENERATOR VALUES

Using a peak voltage adapter to measure static generator values.

FUEL SYSTEM

DISMOUNTING AND INSTALLING THE CARBURETOR

Procedures for removing and reinstalling the carburetor.

DISASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR

Step-by-step guide to disassembling the carburetor.

CHECKING THE CHOKE KNOB AND HOT START SLIDE

Inspection of choke and hot start slide mechanisms.

CHECKING THE ACCELERATOR PUMP

Checking the accelerator pump diaphragm and bores.

CHECKING THE JET NEEDLE

Inspecting the jet needle for wear or bending.

CHECKING THE FLOAT NEEDLE VALVE

Checking the float needle valve and seat for cleanliness.

CHECKING THE THROTTLE VALVE

Inspecting the throttle valve and its rollers for wear.

ASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR

Reassembly procedures for the motorcycle carburetor.

ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE THROTTLE VALVE SENSOR

Calibrating the throttle position sensor for correct idle speed.

CHECKING THE THROTTLE VALVE SENSOR

Testing the throttle valve sensor resistance and operation.

DISMOUNTING AND INSTALLING THE THROTTLE VALVE SENSOR

Steps for removing and installing the throttle valve sensor.

CARBURETOR – ADJUST IDLING

Adjusting the carburetor for correct engine idling speed.

CHECKING THE FLOAT LEVEL (FLOAT HEIGHT)

Measuring and adjusting the carburetor's float height.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Engine doesn’t crank (E-starter)

Diagnosis and remedies for an engine that won't crank via electric starter.

Engine cranks but doesn’t start (E starter)

Troubleshooting steps when the engine cranks but fails to start.

Engine will not start (Kickstarter)

Diagnosis and remedies for starting issues using the kickstarter.

Engine fails to idle

Troubleshooting steps for an engine that idles poorly or not at all.

Engine does not rev up

Diagnosing and fixing issues where the engine won't accelerate.

Engine will not reach full power

Identifying causes for reduced engine performance.

Engine stops or splutters in carburetor

Troubleshooting engine stalling or sputtering related to the carburetor.

Engine gets too hot

Diagnosing and resolving engine overheating issues.

High oil consumption

Identifying and addressing excessive engine oil consumption.

The battery is discharged

Troubleshooting a discharged battery, likely due to charging system issues.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE 250 SX-F MODEL 2005-07

Technical data for 250 SX-F engines from 2005-2007.

CHASSIS 250 SX-F MODEL 2005-06

Chassis specifications for 250 SX-F models 2005-2006.

MOUNTING CLEARANCES, WEAR LIMITS

Specifications for critical component clearances and wear limits.

TIGHTENING TORQUES

Torque specifications for engine and chassis fasteners.

ENGINE

Specific torque values for engine assembly fasteners.

CHASSIS

Specific torque values for chassis assembly fasteners.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MODEL 2005

Maintenance schedule for 2005 model year motorcycles.

MODEL 2006

Maintenance schedule for 2006 model year motorcycles.

MODEL 2007

Maintenance schedule for 2007 model year motorcycles.

MODEL 2008

Maintenance schedule for 2008 model year motorcycles.

IMPORTANT RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE WORK THAT CAN BE CARRIED OUT BY EXTRA ORDER

Recommended maintenance tasks requiring specialized workshop services.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

MODEL 2005

Wiring diagrams for 2005 model year motorcycles.

MODEL 2006

Wiring diagrams for 2006 model year motorcycles.

MODEL 2007

Wiring diagrams for 2007 model year motorcycles.

MODEL 2008

Wiring diagrams for 2008 model year motorcycles.

CABLE COLORS

Key to identifying cable colors used in wiring diagrams.

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