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KTM 505 SX User Manual

KTM 505 SX
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OWNER'S MANUAL 2012
505 SX ATV
Art. no. 3211728en

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KTM 505 SX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKTM
Model505 SX
CategoryOffroad Vehicle
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Information

Grades of Risks

Defines and explains different levels of risk (Danger, Warning, Caution, Note).

Owner's Manual

Emphasizes reading the manual thoroughly for operation, safety, and maintenance.

Controls

Clutch Lever

Explains the function and states of the clutch lever.

Hot Start Lever

Describes the function and states of the hot start lever for engine starting.

Hand Brake Lever, Parking Brake

Details the operation of the hand brake and parking brake system.

Kill Switch/Emergency OFF Switch with Rip Cord

Explains the function and operation of the kill switch and emergency OFF function.

Electric Starter Button

Describes the function and operation of the electric starter button.

Choke

Explains the function and operation of the choke for cold starts.

Shift Lever

Indicates the location and basic function of the shift lever.

Foot Brake Lever

Describes the location and operation of the foot brake lever for the rear brake.

Preparing for Use

Advice on First Use

Provides crucial safety advice and recommendations for the initial use of the ATV.

Running in the Engine

Explains the procedure and limits for the engine's running-in phase.

Guideline

Provides guidelines for maximum engine speed and performance during the initial operating hours.

Riding Instructions

Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use

Lists essential checks and maintenance tasks before operating the vehicle.

Starting

Details the procedures and safety precautions for starting the engine.

Starting Off

Explains how to start moving the vehicle from a standstill.

Shifting

Describes the process of changing gears while riding.

Braking

Provides instructions and warnings related to using the vehicle's brakes.

Riding

Offers general advice and guidelines for riding the ATV safely.

Riding in Bends

Explains techniques for safely and effectively cornering the ATV.

Riding Downhill

Provides instructions and safety precautions for descending slopes.

Riding Uphill

Gives guidance and safety advice for ascending slopes.

Riding Perpendicular to the Slope

Details safe practices and risks when riding across slopes.

Turning on Slopes

Explains how to safely turn the vehicle when on sloped terrain.

Stopping, Parking

Details the correct procedures for stopping and parking the vehicle safely.

Refueling

Provides instructions and safety warnings for refueling the vehicle.

Service Schedule

Service Schedule

Outlines recommended maintenance tasks at specific service intervals.

Tuning the Chassis

Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber

Explains the concept of compression damping in shock absorbers.

Rear Shock Absorber - Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping

Details how to adjust the low-speed compression damping on the rear shock absorber.

Rear Shock Absorber - Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping

Explains how to adjust the high-speed compression damping on the rear shock absorber.

Rear Shock Absorber - Adjusting the Rebound Damping

Guides the user on adjusting the rebound damping of the rear shock absorber.

Rear Shock Absorber - Adjusting the Spring Preload

Details the procedure for adjusting the spring preload on the rear shock absorber.

Front Shock Absorber - Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping

Explains how to adjust the low-speed compression damping on the front shock absorbers.

Front Shock Absorber - Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping

Guides on adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the front shock absorbers.

Front Shock Absorber - Adjusting the Rebound Damping

Details the process for adjusting the rebound damping on the front shock absorbers.

Front Shock Absorber - Adjusting the Cross Over

Explains how to adjust the crossover setting for the front shock absorbers.

Front Shock Absorber - Adjusting the Spring Preload

Describes how to adjust the spring preload on the front shock absorbers.

Maintenance Work on the Chassis

Removing the Rear Shock Absorber

Guides on the steps required to remove the rear shock absorber.

Installing the Rear Shock Absorber

Provides instructions for installing the rear shock absorber.

Removing the Air Filter

Guides on how to remove the air filter for cleaning or replacement.

Installing the Air Filter

Details the process for installing a clean or new air filter.

Cleaning the Air Filter and Air Filter Box

Explains how to clean the air filter and its housing properly.

Checking the Toe

Describes how to check the wheel alignment (toe) of the vehicle.

Adjusting the Toe

Provides instructions for adjusting the wheel alignment (toe) of the vehicle.

Checking/Adjusting the Camber

Explains how to check and adjust the wheel camber.

Adjusting the Fork Offset

Details the procedure for adjusting the fork offset.

Toe Width of Rear Axle

Explains how to adjust the toe width of the rear axle.

Adjusting the Toe Width of Rear Axle

Provides instructions for adjusting the toe width of the rear axle.

Checking the Chain Tension

Details how to check the drive chain tension for correct adjustment.

Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, Engine Sprocket, and Chain Guide

Guides on inspecting the drive chain, sprockets, and chain guide for wear.

Adjusting Chain Tension

Explains how to adjust the drive chain tension.

Checking the Frame

Details how to inspect the vehicle's frame for damage.

Checking the Swingarm

Guides on inspecting the swingarm for damage or wear.

Checking Fluid Level of Hydraulic Clutch

Details how to check the hydraulic clutch fluid level.

Brakes

Checking the Free Travel of the Hand Brake Lever

Explains how to check the free play in the hand brake lever.

Adjusting Basic Position of Hand Brake Lever

Details how to adjust the hand brake lever position for ergonomics.

Checking Brake Discs

Guides on how to inspect brake discs for wear and damage.

Checking Front Brake Fluid Level

Explains how to check the brake fluid level in the front brake system.

Topping Up the Front Brake Fluid

Provides instructions for adding brake fluid to the front brake system.

Checking the Front Brake Linings

Guides on inspecting the front brake linings for wear.

Removing Front Brake Linings

Details how to remove the front brake linings for replacement.

Mounting Front Brake Linings

Provides instructions for installing new front brake linings.

Changing the Front Brake Linings

Guides on the complete process of changing front brake linings.

Wheels, Tires

Electrical System

Cooling System

Tuning the Engine

Maintenance Work on the Engine

Troubleshooting

Technical Data - Chassis

Fork Offset

Specifies the fork offset value for the front suspension.

Technical Data - Front Shock Absorber

Technical Data - Rear Shock Absorber

Technical Data - Tightening Torques for Chassis

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