KTM RC 200 User Manual

19 CLEANING, CARE 166
Info
Use warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner and a soft sponge.
Never apply motorcycle cleaner to a dry vehicle; always rinse the vehicle with
water first.
If the vehicle was operated in road salt, clean it with cold water. Warm water
would enhance the corrosive effects of salt.
– After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle spray of water, allow it to dry thoroughly.
– Remove the closure of the exhaust system.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to a wet or dirty brake sys-
tem.
– Clean or dry a dirty or wet brake system by riding and braking gently.
– After cleaning, ride the vehicle a short distance until the engine warms up.
Info
The heat produced causes water at inaccessible locations in the engine and on
the brake system to evaporate.
– Push back the sleeves of the handlebar controls to allow any water that has penetrated
to evaporate.
– After the motorcycle has cooled off, lubricate all moving parts and bearings.
– Clean the chain. ( p. 86)
– Treat bare metal parts (except for brake discs and exhaust system) with anti-corrosion
materials.
Preserving materials for paints, metal and rubber ( p. 199)
– Treat all painted parts with a mild paint polish.

KTM RC 200 Specifications

General

Displacement	199.5 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Rear Suspension	WP APEX Monoshock
Bore x Stroke	72 mm x 49 mm
Compression Ratio	11.5:1
Max Power	25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque	19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Front Brake	300 mm disc
Rear Brake	230 mm disc
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.7 liters
Kerb Weight	160 kg
Front Suspension	WP APEX 43 mm Upside Down
ABS	Dual Channel
Tyre Front	110/70-17
Tyre Rear	150/60-R17
Ground Clearance	157 mm
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled