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8 PREPARING FOR USE 59

– If you carry any baggage, make sure it is fixed firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight distribu-

tion between the front and rear wheels.

– Do not exceed the overall maximum permitted weight and the axle loads.

Guideline

Maximum permissible overall weight 335 kg (739 lb.)

Maximum permissible front axle load 125 kg (276 lb.)

Maximum permissible rear axle load 210 kg (463 lb.)

Default Chapter5
- Table of Contents5
1 Meansofrepresentation9
- Means of Representation9
  - Symbols Used9
  - Formats Used9
2 Safety Advice10
- Use Definition10
- Degrees of Risk and Symbols11
- Tampering Warning11
- Safe Operation12
- Protective Clothing13
- Work Rules13
- Environment13
- Owner's Manual14
3 Important Notes15
- Guarantee, Warranty15
- Operating and Auxiliary Substances15
- Spare Parts, Accessories15
- Service15
- Figures16
- Customer Service16
4 View of Vehicle18
- View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)18
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)20
5 Serial Numbers22
- Chassis Number22
- Type Label22
- Engine Number23
- Key Number23
6 Controls24
- Clutch Lever24
- Hand Brake Lever24
- Throttle Grip25
- Horn Button25
- Light Switch26
- High Beam Flasher Button26
- Turn Signal Switch27
- Emergency off Switch27
- Electric Starter Button28
- Ignition/Steering Lock28
- Locking the Steering29
- Unlocking the Steering29
- Opening the Filler Cap30
- Closing the Filler Cap31
- Seat Lock31
- Tool Set32
- Grab Handles32
- Passenger Footrests33
- Shift Lever33
- Foot Brake Lever34
- Side Stand35
7 Combination Instrument36
- Overview36
- Activation and Test37
- Warning Notes38
- Function Buttons41
- Indicator Lamps42
- Display43
- Filling Level Display in Fuel Tank44
- TRIP F Display45
- Coolant Temperature Indicator46
- Info Display47
- Riding Time/Average Speed Menu48
- Average Speed/Average Fuel Consumption 1 Menu48
- Average Fuel Consumption 1/Average Fuel Consumption 2 Menu49
- Average Fuel Consumption 2/Service Menu50
- Service/Range Menu51
- Range/Riding Time Menu52
- Total Distance Menu ODO53
- Distance Menu 1 TRIP 153
- Distance Menu 2 TRIP 254
- Setting Kilometers or Miles55
- Setting the Time55
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM 156
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM 257
8 Preparing for Use58
- Advice on First Use58
- Running in the Engine59
- Loading the Vehicle60
9 Riding Instructions62
- Checks and Maintenance When Preparing for Use62
10 Service Schedule74
- Additional Information74
- Required Work74
- Recommended Work76
11 Tuning the Chassis77
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber77
- Adjusting the Shift Lever78
12 Service Work on the Chassis80
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Rear Wheel Stand80
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Rear Wheel Stand80
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Front Wheel Stand81
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Front Wheel Stand82
- Removing the Front Rider's Seat83
- Mounting the Front Rider's Seat84
- Removing the Passenger Seat84
- Mounting the Passenger Seat85
- Checking for Chain Dirt Accumulation86
- Cleaning the Chain86
- Checking the Chain Tension87
- Adjusting the Chain Tension89
- Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, and Engine Sprocket92
- Removing the Battery Cover94
- Mounting the Battery Cover96
- Removing the Front Spoiler96
- Fitting Front Spoiler98
- Removing the Left Side Cover100
- Installing the Left Side Cover101
- Removing the Right Side Cover103
- Installing the Right Side Cover104
13 Brake System105
- Abs/Antilock Brake System (RC 125)105
- Checking the Brake Discs106
- Checking the Brake Fluid Level of the Front Brake107
- Adding Front Brake Fluid108
- Checking the Front Brake Linings109
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level110
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid111
- Checking the Rear Brake Linings113
- Checking the Free Travel of Foot Brake Lever114
- Adjusting the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever115
14 Wheels, Tires117
- Removing the Front Wheel117
- Installing the Front Wheel118
- Removing the Rear Wheel121
- Installing the Rear Wheel123
- Checking the Rear Hub Rubber Dampers127
- Checking the Tire Condition128
- Checking the Tire Air Pressure129
- Electrical System131
- Removing the Battery131
15 Electricalsystem132
- Installing the Battery132
- Recharging the Battery133
- Changing the ABS Fuses (RC 125)136
- Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers138
- Changing the Low Beam Bulb141
- Changing the High Beam Bulb143
- Checking the Low Beam Headlight Adjustment144
- Checking the High Beam Headlight Adjustment145
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the Low Beam146
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the High Beam146
16 Cooling System147
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank148
- Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level150
- Correcting the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank152
- Draining the Coolant153
- Filling/Bleeding the Cooling System154
- Tuning the Engine157
- Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable157
- Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable158
- Checking the Clutch Lever Play158
- Adjusting the Clutch Cable Play159
- Service Work on the Engine160
- Checking the Engine Oil Level160
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter, Cleaning160
- The Oil Screen160
- Adding Engine Oil163
19 Cleaning, Care165
- Cleaning the Motorcycle165
- Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter Operation167
20 Storage169
- Preparing for Use after Storage170
21 Troubleshooting171
22 Flash Code174
23 Technical Data180
- Engine180
- Rc 200181
- Engine Tightening Torques183
- Capacities185
- Engine Oil185
- Coolant185
- Fuel185
- Chassis186
- Electrical System187
- Tires188
- Fork188
- Shock Absorber188
- Chassis Tightening Torques189
24 Substances194
25 Auxiliary Substances197

Brand	KTM
Model	RC 125 EU 2015
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English

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