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RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 10

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In some countries and regions, the available fuel quality and cleanliness may not be sufficient. This will result in

problems with the fuel system.

– Refuel only with clean fuel that meets the specified standards. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to

help.)

Note

Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.

– Do not allow fuel to enter the groundwater, the soil, or the sewage system.

Default Chapter5
- Table of Contents5
1 Means of Representation 111
- Symbols Used11
- Formats Used12
2 Safety Advice 213
- Use Definition - Intended Use13
- Misuse13
- Degrees of Risk and Symbols14
- Overview of Labels16
- Reporting Safety Defects20
- Noise Emission Warranty20
- Operating Noise Warning21
- Manufacturer Warranty for the Exhaust Monitoring System21
- Consumer Rights22
- Tampering Warning22
- Safe Operation23
- Protective Clothing24
- Work Rules25
- Environment25
- Owner's Manual26
3 Important Notes 327
- Manufacturer and Implied Warranty27
- Fuel, Auxiliary Substances27
- Spare Parts, Accessories27
- Service28
- Figures28
- Customer Service28
4 View of Vehicle30
- View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)30
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)32
5 Serial Numbers34
- Vehicle Identification Number34
- Type Label34
- Engine Number35
- Key Number36
6 Controls 637
- Clutch Lever37
- Hand Brake Lever37
- Throttle Grip38
- Horn Button38
- Light Switch39
- High Beam Flasher Button39
- Turn Signal Switch40
- Emergency off Switch41
- Start Button41
- Ignition and Steering Lock42
- Locking the Steering42
- Unlocking the Steering43
- Opening Fuel Tank Filler Cap44
- Closing the Fuel Tank Filler Cap46
- Seat Lock47
- Tool Set47
- Grab Handles48
- Passenger Foot Pegs48
- Shift Lever49
- Foot Brake Lever50
- Side Stand50
7 Ergonomics52
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever52
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Clutch Lever52
- Adjusting the Shift Lever53
8 Combination Instrument 855
- Activation and Test56
- Warnings57
- Indicator Lamps62
- Shift Warning Light64
- Display66
- Fuel Level Display67
- Coolant Temperature Indicator68
- Function Buttons69
- TRIP F Display70
- Info Display71
- ODO Display72
- Fuel Range72
- Service73
- Actual F.C74
- TRIP 1 Display75
- Time Trip 175
- Average Speed Trip176
- Avg F.C. Trip 177
- TRIP 2 Display78
- Time Trip 278
- Average Speed Trip279
- Avg F.C. Trip 280
- Setting the Units80
- Setting the Clock82
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM183
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM284
9 Preparing for Use86
- Advice on Preparing for First Use86
- Running in the Engine88
- Loading the Vehicle88
10 Riding Instructions 1091
- Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use91
- Starting92
- Starting off94
- Shifting, Riding95
- Applying the Brakes99
- Stopping, Parking101
- Transport103
- Refueling104
11 Service Schedule 11107
- Additional Information107
- Required Work107
- Recommended Work109
12 Tuning the Chassis 12111
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber111
13 Service Work on the Chassis112
- Raising the Motorcycle with Rear Lifting Gear112
- Removing the Rear of the Motorcycle from the Lifting Gear112
- Lifting the Motorcycle with the Front Lifting Gear113
- Taking the Motorcycle off the Front Lifting Gear115
- Cleaning the Dust Boots of the Fork Legs116
- Removing the Front Rider's Seat118
- Mounting the Front Rider's Seat119
- Removing the Passenger Seat119
- Mounting the Passenger Seat120
- Checking for Chain Dirt Accumulation122
- Cleaning the Chain122
- Checking the Chain Tension124
- Adjusting the Chain Tension126
- Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, and Engine Sprocket128
- Removing the Battery Cover130
- Mounting the Battery Cover132
- Removing the Front Spoiler133
- Fitting Front Spoiler134
- Removing the Left Side Cover136
- Installing the Left Side Cover137
- Removing the Right Side Cover139
  - Installing the Right Side Cover140
14 Brake System142
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)142
- Checking the Brake Discs144
- Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level145
- Adding the Front Brake Fluid146
- Checking the Front Brake Linings149
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level150
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid151
- Checking the Rear Brake Linings155
- Checking the Free Travel of Foot Brake Lever156
- Adjusting the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever158
15 Wheels, Tires160
- Removing the Front Wheel160
- Installing the Front Wheel161
- Removing the Rear Wheel163
- Installing the Rear Wheel165
- Checking the Rear Hub Damping Rubber Pieces167
- Checking the Tire Condition169
- Checking Tire Pressure171
16 Electrical System173
- Electrical System 16173
- Removing the 12-V Battery173
- Installing the 12-V Battery175
- Charging the 12-V Battery176
- Changing the ABS Fuses179
- Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers182
- Changing the Low Beam Bulb185
- Changing the High Beam Bulb187
- Checking the Low Beam Headlight Adjustment189
- Checking the High Beam Headlight Adjustment191
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the Low Beam192
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the High Beam193
- Diagnostics Connector194
- Front ACC1 and ACC2194
17 Cooling System 17195
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank197
- Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level199
- Correcting the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank202
- Draining the Coolant203
- Filling/Bleeding the Cooling System205
- Changing the Coolant208
18 Tuning the Engine212
- Checking the Clutch Lever Play212
- Adjusting Play in the Clutch Lever213
19 Service Work on the Engine214
- Checking the Engine Oil Level214
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens215
- Adding Engine Oil219
20 Cleaning, Care 20221
- Cleaning the Motorcycle221
- Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter Operation224
- 21 Storage226
21 Storage228
- Preparing for Use after Storage228
- Troubleshooting 22229
22 Troubleshooting232
23 Technical Data232
- Engine232
- Engine Tightening Torques233
- Capacities237
- Engine Oil237
- Coolant238
- Fuel238
- Chassis238
- Electrical System240
- Tires241
- Fork241
- Shock Absorber241
- Chassis Tightening Torques242
24 Substances248
25 Auxiliary Substances 25251
26 Standards 26253
27 Index of Special Terms254
28 List of Abbreviations 28255
29 List of Symbols256
- Yellow and Orange Symbols256
- Green and Blue Symbols256
- Index257

Brand	KTM
Model	RC 390 2020
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English

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