KTM 990 SUPER DUKE R EU User Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL 2013
990 Super Duke R EU
990 Super Duke R AUS/UK
990 Super Duke R FR
Art. no. 3211960en

KTM 990 SUPER DUKE R EU Specifications

General

Displacement	999 cc
Bore x stroke	101 x 62.4 mm
Transmission	6-speed
Dry weight	186 kg
Power	120 hp (88 kW) @ 9, 000 rpm
Torque	100 Nm
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
Frame	Chromoly trellis frame, powder coated
Front suspension	WP USD 48 mm
Rear suspension	WP monoshock
Front brakes	2 x Brembo 320mm discs, 4-piston radial calipers
Rear brakes	Single 240 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper
ABS	Yes

Summary

2 Safety Advice

2.2 General Safety Instructions

2.3 Risk Levels and Warning Symbols

2.5 Safe Operation Guidelines

Covers critical safety aspects like operating under influence, exhaust fumes, hot components, and general vehicle condition.

2.6 Importance of Protective Clothing

Stresses the increased safety risk from missing or poor protective clothing and recommends wearing it always.

3 Important Notes

6 Controls

6.10 Ignition and Steering Lock

6.12 Fuel Filler Cap Operation

6.13 Closing the Filler Cap

6.22 Side Stand Operation

7 Preparing for Use

7.1 First Use Guidelines and Warnings

Covers first-use advice on judgment, clothing, tires, and handling.

7.2 Engine Running-In Procedure

8 Riding Instructions

8.1 Pre-Ride Checks and Maintenance

Lists essential checks before every trip to ensure the vehicle is roadworthy.

8.2 Engine Starting Procedure

Covers safety warnings for starting the engine (fumes, battery) and notes on cold engines.

8.2 Starting the Engine Steps

Details the sequence for starting the engine, including ignition, starter, and safety systems.

8.3 How to Start Moving

8.4 Shifting Gears and Riding Safely

Provides warnings on load alterations, downshifting, adjustments, passenger safety, and defensive riding.

8.4 Riding Warnings: Tires and Payload

Warns about reduced grip with cold/new tires, unstable handling with payload, and lack of roadworthiness.

8.4 Riding: Engine Overheating and Noises

Advises on engine overheating warnings, unusual noises, and proper shifting techniques.

8.5 Braking Techniques and Warnings

Details braking warnings regarding wheel lock-up, wet/dirty systems, spongy levers, and failure.

8.5 Braking: Stopping Distance and Conditions

Discusses stopping distances with weight, salted roads, and braking before bends.

8.6 Stopping and Parking Safely

8.6 Parking Procedures

8.8 Refueling Safety and Fuel Quality

Details refueling safety warnings (fire, poisoning), environmental hazards, and fuel quality.

8.8 Refueling Procedure and Fuel Tank Capacity

Explains how to fill the fuel tank to the correct level and the total fuel tank capacity.

9 Service Schedule

9.1 Maintenance Service Intervals

9.1 Periodic Maintenance Tasks

9.1 Final Inspections and Service Definitions

10 Tuning the Chassis

10.1 Fork and Shock Absorber Adjustments

10.2 Adjusting Fork Compression Damping

Explains how to adjust fork compression damping for optimal suspension behavior.

10.3 Adjusting Fork Rebound Damping

Details how to adjust fork rebound damping to control springing energy.

10.4 Adjusting Fork Spring Preload

Explains how spring preload affects initial fork position and balance.

10.5 Shock Absorber Compression Damping Explained

10.6 Adjusting Low-Speed Shock Absorber Damping

Provides safety warnings and explains the effect of low-speed setting on shock absorber compression.

10.7 Adjusting High-Speed Shock Absorber Damping

Explains how to adjust high-speed compression damping and provides turn values.

10.8 Adjusting Shock Absorber Rebound Damping

Details how to adjust shock absorber rebound damping and provides click values.

10.9 Adjusting Shock Absorber Spring Preload

Warns about modifying suspension settings and explains preload's effect on balance.

10.11 Adjusting Handlebar Position

10.12 Steering Damper Function

10.13 Adjusting Steering Damper Settings

Provides instructions on adjusting the steering damper and checks for smooth handlebar movement.

11 Service Work on the Chassis

11.5 Bleeding the Fork Legs

11.13 Checking the Chain Tension

11.14 Adjusting the Chain Tension

Provides instructions for adjusting chain tension, including warnings and torque specifications.

11.15 Checking Chain, Sprockets, and Guide

11.19 Checking/Correcting Hydraulic Clutch Fluid

Explains how fluid level rises with wear and the importance of not using brake fluid.

12 Brake System

12.2 Checking Front Brake Discs

Warns about reduced braking efficiency due to worn discs and how to check thickness.

12.3 Checking Front Brake Fluid Level

Warns about brake system failure due to low fluid levels and reduced efficiency due to old fluid.

12.4 Adding Front Brake Fluid

Details adding front brake fluid, including warnings about failure, irritation, and environmental hazards.

12.5 Checking Front Brake Linings

Explains checking front brake linings for thickness and damage, warning about efficiency reduction.

12.7 Checking Rear Brake Disc

Warns about reduced braking efficiency due to worn rear brake discs and instructs to change them.

12.8 Checking Rear Brake Fluid Level

Describes checking the rear brake fluid reservoir level and adding fluid if it drops below MIN.

12.9 Adding Rear Brake Fluid

Details adding rear brake fluid, including warnings about failure, irritation, and environmental hazards.

12.10 Checking Rear Brake Linings

Warns about reduced efficiency due to worn rear brake linings and instructs to change them immediately.

13 Wheels and Tires

13.1 Removing the Front Wheel

13.2 Installing the Front Wheel

13.3 Removing the Rear Wheel

13.4 Installing the Rear Wheel

13.6 Checking Tire Condition

13.7 Checking Tire Air Pressure

Explains how to check tire air pressure when cold for solo and passenger/payload conditions.

14 Electrical System

14.1 Removing the Battery Safely

Provides warnings about battery acid and instructions for safely removing the battery.

14.2 Installing the Battery

Explains the procedure for installing the battery, connecting cables, and mounting screws.

14.3 Recharging the Battery

Covers battery discharge warnings and explains battery charging importance.

14.4 Changing the Main Fuse

14.5 Changing Fuses for Power Consumers

14.13 Checking Headlight Setting

Provides instructions for checking headlight aim against wall marks.

14.14 Adjusting Headlight Range

Explains how to adjust the headlight range using a screw.

15 Cooling System

15.2 Checking Coolant Antifreeze and Level

Warns about scalding and poisoning hazards, and checks coolant antifreeze and level.

15.3 Checking Compensating Tank Coolant Level

Provides steps to check the coolant level in the compensating tank, and to add coolant if needed.

15.4 Draining the Coolant

15.5 Filling and Bleeding Cooling System

Details the procedure for filling and bleeding the cooling system, including starting the engine.

16 Tuning the Engine

16.1 Checking Throttle Cable Play

16.2 Adjusting Throttle Cable Play

Details adjusting throttle cable play using the KTM diagnostics tool and adjustment screw.

16.3 Checking Shift Lever Basic Position

16.4 Adjusting Shift Lever Basic Position

Details how to adjust the shift lever's basic position by turning the shift rod and locking nuts.

17 Service Work on the Engine

17.1 Checking Engine Oil Level

Provides safety warnings and steps for checking engine oil level after the engine has warmed up.

17.2 Engine Oil and Filter Change

Outlines the combined task of changing engine oil and filter, and cleaning oil screens.

17.3 Draining Engine Oil and Cleaning Screens

Details draining engine oil and cleaning oil screens, with warnings about hot oil.

17.4 Filling Up with Engine Oil

Explains the two-step process for adding engine oil and warns about premature wear.

17.5 Adding Engine Oil (Top-Up)

20 Troubleshooting

20 Troubleshooting: Starting Issues

Lists causes and actions for engine not turning, not starting, or having low power.

20 Troubleshooting: Overheating, FI Lamp, Operation Issues

Covers causes for overheating, FI lamp, engine dying, oil consumption, and lighting faults.

20 Troubleshooting: Battery, Display, Speedometer Issues

Lists causes and actions for battery discharge, blank display, and speedometer faults.

21 Blink Codes

21 Blink Codes: FI Warning Lamp (02-11)

Lists blink codes 02-11 for the FI warning lamp, their error conditions, and causes.

21 Blink Codes: FI Warning Lamp (12-17)

Lists blink codes 12-17 for the FI warning lamp, their error conditions, and causes.

21 Blink Codes: FI Warning Lamp (18-34)

Lists blink codes 18-34 for the FI warning lamp, their error conditions, and causes.

21 Blink Codes: FI Warning Lamp (37-46)

Lists blink codes 37-46 for the FI warning lamp, their error conditions, and causes.

21 Blink Codes: FI Warning Lamp (49-69)

Lists blink codes 49-69 for the FI warning lamp, their error conditions, and causes.

21 Blink Codes: FI Warning Lamp (91)