2013 KTM 300xc Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL 2013
125 SX EU
125 SX USA
150 SX EU
150 SX USA
250 SX EU
250 SX USA
150 XC USA
250 XC EU/USA
300 XC EU/USA
Art. no. 3211857en
DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 1
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sports motorcycle that will
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give you enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
8.3 Starting off..................................................... 24

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION ..................................... 5

1.1 Symbols used ................................................... 5 8.4 Shifting, riding ............................................... 24
1.2 Formats used.................................................... 5 8.5 Braking .......................................................... 24
2 SAFETY ADVICE........................................................... 6 8.6 Stopping, parking............................................ 25
2.1 Use definition - intended use ............................. 6 8.7 Transport ....................................................... 25
2.2 Safety advice.................................................... 6 8.8 Refueling ....................................................... 26
2.3 Degrees of risk and symbols ............................... 6 9 SERVICE SCHEDULE ................................................. 27
2.4 Tampering warning............................................ 6 9.1 All SX models ................................................. 27
2.5 Safe operation .................................................. 7 9.1.1 Service schedule......................................... 27
2.6 Protective clothing ............................................ 7 9.1.2 Service work (as additional order) ................. 28
2.7 Work rules........................................................ 7 9.2 All XC models ................................................. 28
2.8 Environment..................................................... 7 9.2.1 Service schedule......................................... 28
2.9 Owner's Manual ................................................ 7 9.2.2 Service work (as additional order) ................. 29
3 IMPORTANT NOTES..................................................... 8 10 TUNING THE CHASSIS .............................................. 30
3.1 Guarantee, warranty .......................................... 8 10.1 Checking the basic chassis setting with the
3.2 Operating and auxiliary substances ..................... 8 rider's weight.................................................. 30
3.3 Spare parts, accessories .................................... 8 10.2 Compression damping of shock absorber ........... 30
3.4 Service ............................................................ 8 10.3 Adjusting the low-speed compression damping
3.5 Figures ............................................................ 8 of the shock absorber ...................................... 30
3.6 Customer service............................................... 8 10.4 Adjusting the high-speed compression
damping of the shock absorber......................... 31
4 VIEW OF VEHICLE ....................................................... 9
10.5 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock
4.1 View of vehicle, front left (example) .................... 9
absorber......................................................... 32
4.2 View of vehicle, rear right (example) ................. 10
10.6 Measuring the sag of the unloaded rear wheel.... 33
5 SERIAL NUMBERS .................................................... 11
10.7 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber .... 34
5.1 Chassis number .............................................. 11
10.8 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber.... 34
5.2 Type label ...................................................... 11
10.9 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock
5.3 Engine number ............................................... 11 absorber ....................................................
x 34
5.4 Fork part number ............................................ 11 10.10 Adjusting the riding sag x.............................. 35
5.5 Shock absorber part number ............................ 11 10.11 Checking the basic setting of the fork ............... 37
6 CONTROLS................................................................ 12 10.12 Adjusting the compression damping of the
6.1 Clutch lever.................................................... 12 fork ............................................................... 37
6.2 Hand brake lever............................................. 12 10.13 Adjusting the rebound damping of the fork ........ 38
6.3 Throttle grip ................................................... 12 10.14 Handlebar position.......................................... 38
6.4 Kill switch...................................................... 12 10.15 Adjusting the handlebar position x ................. 39
6.5 Electric starter button (250/300 XC)................. 13 11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS.............................. 40
6.6 Opening the filler cap...................................... 13 11.1 Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand.......... 40
6.7 Closing the filler cap ....................................... 14 11.2 Removing the motorcycle from the lift stand...... 40
6.8 Fuel tap (All SX models) .................................. 14 11.3 Bleeding the fork legs...................................... 40
6.9 Fuel tap (All XC models) .................................. 15 11.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs............. 41
6.10 Choke ............................................................ 15 11.5 Loosening the fork protection ........................... 41
6.11 Shift lever ...................................................... 15 11.6 Positioning the fork protection.......................... 42
6.12 Kick starter .................................................... 16 11.7 Removing the fork legs x............................... 42
6.13 Foot brake lever .............................................. 16 11.8 Installing the fork legs ................................
x 42
6.14 Plug-in stand (All SX models)........................... 16 11.9 Removing the fork protector x ........................ 43
6.15 Side stand (All XC models)............................... 16 11.10 Installing the fork protector x......................... 43
7 PREPARING FOR USE................................................ 18
11.11 Removing the lower triple clamp x .................. 43
7.1 Advice on first use .......................................... 18
11.12 Installing the lower triple clamp x .................. 44
7.2 Running in the engine ..................................... 19
11.13 Checking the play of the steering head
7.3 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding bearing .......................................................... 46
conditions ...................................................... 19
11.14 Adjusting the play of the steering head
7.4 Preparations for riding on dry sand ................... 19 bearing .....................................................
x 46
7.5 Preparations for riding on wet sand ................... 20 11.15 Greasing the steering head bearing x .............. 47
7.6 Preparations for riding on wet and muddy 11.16 Removing the start number plate ...................... 47
surfaces ......................................................... 21
11.17 Installing the start number plate....................... 47
7.7 Preparations for riding at high temperatures
11.18 Removing the front fender ............................... 47
and low speeds ............................................... 21
11.19 Installing the front fender ................................ 48
7.8 Preparing for riding at low temperatures or in
snow.............................................................. 22 11.20 Removing the shock absorber x ...................... 48
8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS............................................. 23 11.21 Installing the shock absorber x....................... 49
8.1 Checks and maintenance work when preparing 11.22 Removing the seat .......................................... 49
for use ........................................................... 23 11.23 Mounting the seat ........................................... 49
8.2 Starting.......................................................... 23 11.24 Removing the air filter box lid .......................... 50
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11.25 Installing the air filter box lid ........................... 50 15.3 Removing the radiator cover (All SX models)...... 80
11.26 Removing the air filter x ................................ 50 15.4 Installing the radiator cover (All SX models)....... 81
11.27 Installing the air filter x ................................. 51 15.5 Checking the antifreeze and coolant level .......... 81
11.28 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box x ......... 51 15.6 Checking the coolant level ............................... 82
11.29 Securing the air filter box lid x ....................... 52 15.7 Draining the coolant x ................................... 82
11.30 Sealing the air filter box ..............................
x 52 15.8 Refilling with coolant .................................. 83
x
11.31 Removing the main silencer ............................. 52 16 TUNING THE ENGINE................................................ 85
11.32 Installing the main silencer.............................. 53 16.1 Checking the play in the throttle cable .............. 85
11.33 Changing the glass fiber yarn filling of the 16.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable x ......... 85
main silencer x............................................. 53 16.3 Carburetor - idle.............................................. 85
11.34 Removing the fuel tank x ............................... 53 16.4 Carburetor - adjusting the idle speed x ............ 86
11.35 Installing the fuel tank ................................
x 54 16.5 Emptying the carburetor float chamber x ......... 87
11.36 Checking the chain for dirt............................... 55 16.6 Plug-in connection, ignition timing map ............ 88
11.37 Cleaning the chain .......................................... 55 16.7 Changing the ignition curve.............................. 88
11.38 Checking the chain tension .............................. 56 16.8 Checking the basic position of the shift lever ..... 88
11.39 Adjusting the chain tension.............................. 56 16.9 Adjusting the basic position of the shift
11.40 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine lever ......................................................... 88
x
sprocket and chain guide ................................. 57 16.10 Engine characteristic - auxiliary spring (All
11.41 Adjusting the chain guide x ........................... 59 250/300 models)............................................ 89
11.42 Checking the frame x .................................... 59 16.11 Engine characteristic - setting the auxiliary
11.43 Checking the swingarm x ............................... 59 spring x(All 250/300 models) ....................... 89
11.44 Checking the routing of the throttle cable.......... 59 17 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE ............................... 91
11.45 Checking the rubber grip ................................. 61 17.1 Checking the gear oil level ............................... 91
11.46 Additionally securing the rubber grip................. 61 17.2 Changing the gear oil x .................................. 91
11.47 Adjusting the basic position of the clutch 17.3 Draining the gear oil x ................................... 92
lever .............................................................. 61 17.4 Refilling with gear oil .................................. 92
x
11.48 Checking/correcting the fluid level of the 17.5 Adding gear oil ........................................... 93
x
hydraulic clutch.............................................. 62 18 CLEANING, CARE ...................................................... 95
11.49 Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid .............. x 63 18.1 Cleaning the motorcycle .................................. 95
12 BRAKE SYSTEM ........................................................ 65 19 STORAGE .................................................................. 96
12.1 Checking the free travel of the hand brake 19.1 Storage .......................................................... 96
lever .............................................................. 65 19.2 Preparing for use after storage.......................... 96
12.2 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake 20 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 97
lever .............................................................. 65 21 TECHNICAL DATA...................................................... 99
12.3 Checking the brake discs ................................. 65 21.1 Engine ........................................................... 99
12.4 Checking the front brake fluid level .................. 66 21.1.1 125 SX EU, 125 SX USA ............................ 99
12.5 Adding front brake fluid x .............................. 66 21.1.2 150 SX EU, 150 SX USA ............................ 99
12.6 Checking the front brake linings ....................... 67 21.1.3 250 SX EU, 250 SX USA .......................... 100
12.7 Changing the front brake linings x .................. 67 21.1.4 150 XC USA ............................................ 100
12.8 Checking the free travel of foot brake lever ........ 69 21.1.5 250 XC EU/USA ....................................... 101
12.9 Adjusting the basic position of the foot brake 21.1.6 300 XC EU/USA ....................................... 102
lever .........................................................
x 69
21.2 Engine tightening torques .............................. 102
12.10 Checking the rear brake fluid level.................... 70
21.2.1 All 125/150 models.................................. 102
12.11 Adding brake fluid for the rear brake x ............ 70 21.2.2 250 SX EU, 250 SX USA .......................... 103
12.12 Checking the rear brake linings ........................ 71 21.2.3 250/300 XC ............................................. 104
12.13 Changing the rear brake linings x ................... 71 21.3 Carburetor .................................................... 105
13 WHEELS, TIRES ........................................................ 73 21.3.1 125 SX EU, 125 SX USA .......................... 105
13.1 Removing the front wheel x ........................... 73 21.3.2 Carburetor - basic setting for sandy
13.2 Installing the front wheel x ............................ 73 surfaces (125 SX EU, 125 SX USA) ........... 105
13.3 Removing the rear wheel x ............................. 74 21.3.3 Carburetor tuning (125 SX EU,
13.4 Installing the rear wheel ..............................
x 74 125 SX USA) ........................................... 106
13.5 Checking the tire condition .............................. 75 21.3.4 150 SX EU, 150 SX USA .......................... 107
13.6 Checking the tire air pressure........................... 76 21.3.5 Carburetor - basic setting for sandy
13.7 Checking the spoke tension.............................. 76 surfaces (150 SX EU, 150 SX USA) ........... 107
14 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................................ 77 21.3.6 Carburetor tuning (150 SX EU,
14.1 Removing the battery x (250/300 XC)............. 77 150 SX USA) ........................................... 108
14.2 Installing the battery x (250/300 XC) ............. 77 21.3.7 250 SX EU, 250 SX USA .......................... 109
21.3.8 Carburetor - basic setting for sandy
14.3 Recharging the battery x (250/300 XC)........... 77
surfaces (250 SX EU, 250 SX USA) ........... 109
14.4 Changing the main fuse (250/300 XC) .............. 78
21.3.9 Carburetor tuning (250 SX EU,
15 COOLING SYSTEM ..................................................... 80 250 SX USA) ........................................... 110
15.1 Cooling system ............................................... 80 21.3.10 150 XC USA ............................................ 111
15.2 Radiator cover (All SX models) ......................... 80
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21.3.11 Carburetor tuning (150 XC USA) ................ 111

21.3.12 250 XC EU/USA ....................................... 112
21.3.13 Carburetor tuning (250 XC EU/USA) ........... 113
21.3.14 300 XC EU/USA ....................................... 114
21.3.15 Carburetor tuning (300 XC EU/USA) x ...... 114
21.4 Capacities .................................................... 115
21.4.1 Gear oil.................................................... 115
21.4.2 coolant .................................................... 115
21.4.3 fuel ......................................................... 115
21.5 Chassis ........................................................ 115
21.6 Electrical system........................................... 116
21.7 Tires ............................................................ 116
21.8 Fork............................................................. 117
21.8.1 125 SX EU, 150 SX EU ............................ 117
21.8.2 125 SX USA, 150 SX USA ........................ 117
21.8.3 250 SX EU .............................................. 117
21.8.4 250 SX USA ............................................ 118
21.8.5 150 XC USA ............................................ 118
21.8.6 250/300 XC ............................................. 119
21.9 Shock absorber ............................................. 119
21.9.1 125 SX EU, 150 SX EU ............................ 119
21.9.2 125 SX USA, 150 SX USA ........................ 120
21.9.3 250 SX EU .............................................. 120
21.9.4 250 SX USA ............................................ 121
21.9.5 150 XC USA ............................................ 121
21.9.6 250/300 XC ............................................. 122
21.10 Chassis tightening torques ............................. 122
22 SUBSTANCES ......................................................... 124
23 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES ........................................ 127
24 STANDARDS ........................................................... 129
INDEX ............................................................................ 130
1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION 5
1.1 Symbols used

The meaning of specific symbols is described below.
Indicates an expected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).
Indicates an unexpected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).
All work marked with this symbol requires specialist knowledge and technical understanding. In the interest of
your own safety, have these jobs performed by an authorized KTM workshop. There, your motorcycle will be opti-
mally cared for by specially trained experts using the specialist tools required.
Indicates a page reference (more information is provided on the specified page).
1.2 Formats used

The typographical formats used in this document are explained below.
Specific name Identifies a proprietary name.
Name® Identifies a protected name.
Brand™ Identifies a brand available on the open market.

2 SAFETY ADVICE 6
2.1 Use definition - intended use

(All SX models)
KTM sport motorcycles are designed and built to withstand the normal stresses and strains of competitive use. The motorcycles
comply with currently valid regulations and categories of the top international motorsport organizations.
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The motorcycle may only be used in closed off areas remote from public road traffic.
(All XC models)
KTM sport motorcycles are designed and built to withstand the normal stresses and strains of competitive use. The motorcycles
comply with currently valid regulations and categories of the top international motorsport organizations.
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This motorcycle is designed for use in offroad endurance competition and not primarily for use in motocross.
2.2 Safety advice

A number of safety instructions need to be followed to operate the vehicle safely. Therefore, read this manual carefully. The safety
instructions are highlighted in the text and are referred to at the relevant passages.
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The vehicle has various information and warning labels at prominent locations. Do not remove information/warning labels. If
they are missing, you or others may not recognize dangers and may therefore be injured.
2.3 Degrees of risk and symbols
Danger
Identifies a danger that will immediately and invariably lead to fatal or serious permanent injury if the appropriate measures
are not taken.
Warning
Identifies a danger that is likely to lead to fatal or serious injury if the appropriate measures are not taken.
Caution
Identifies a danger that may lead to minor injuries if the appropriate measures are not taken.
Note
Identifies a danger that will lead to considerable machine and material damage if the appropriate measures are not taken.
Warning
Identifies a danger that will lead to environmental damage if the appropriate measures are not taken.
2.4 Tampering warning

Tampering with the noise control system is prohibited. Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof:
1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of any device
or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate
purchaser or while it is in use, or
2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below:
1 Removal or puncturing of the main silencer, baffles, header pipes or any other components which conduct exhaust gases.
2 Removal or puncturing of any part of the intake system.
3 Lack of proper maintenance.
4 Replacing any moving part of the vehicle, or parts of the exhaust or intake system, with parts other than those specified by the
manufacturer.
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2.5 Safe operation
Danger
Danger of accidents Danger arising from the rider's judgement being impaired.
– Do not operate the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs and certain medications or physically or mentally
impaired.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
– When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed
space without an effective exhaust extraction system.
Warning
Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
– Do not touch hot components such as exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, and the brake system. Allow these
components to cool down before starting work on them.
Only operate the vehicle when it is in perfect technical condition, in accordance with its intended use, and in a safe and environmen-
tally compatible manner.
The vehicle should only be used by trained persons.
Have malfunctions that impair safety promptly eliminated by an authorized KTM workshop.
Adhere to the information and warning labels on the vehicle.
2.6 Protective clothing
Warning
Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk.
– Wear protective clothing (helmet, boots, gloves, pants and jacket with protectors) every time you ride the vehicle. Always
wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal requirements.
In the interest of your own safety, KTM recommends that you only operate the vehicle while wearing protective clothing.
2.7 Work rules

Special tools are necessary for certain tasks. The tools are not contained in the vehicle but can be ordered under the number in paren-
theses. E.g.: bearing puller (15112017000)
During assembly, non-reusable parts (e.g. self-locking screws and nuts, seals and seal rings, O-rings, pins, lock washers) must be
replaced by new parts.
In some instances, a thread locker (e.g. Loctite®) is required. The manufacturer instructions for use must be followed.
After disassembly, clean the parts that are to be reused and check them for damage and wear. Change damaged or worn parts.
After you complete the repair or service work, check the operating safety of the vehicle.
2.8 Environment
If you use your motorcycle responsibly, you can ensure that problems and conflicts do not occur. To protect the future of the motorcy-
cle sport, make sure that you use your motorcycle legally, display environmental consciousness, and respect the rights of others.
When disposing of used oil, other operating and auxiliary fluids, and used components, comply with the laws and regulations of the
respective country.
Because motorcycles are not subject to the EU regulations governing the disposal of used vehicles, there are no legal regulations that
pertain to the disposal of an end-of-life motorcycle. Your authorized KTM dealer will be glad to advise you.
2.9 Owner's Manual

It is important that you read this Owner's Manual carefully and completely before making your first trip. The Owner's Manual contains
useful information and many tips on how to operate, handle, and maintain your motorcycle. Only then will you find out how to cus-
tomize the vehicle ideally for your own use and how you can protect yourself from injury.
Keep the Owner's Manual in an accessible place to enable you to refer to it as needed.
If you would like to know more about the vehicle or have questions on the material you read, please contact an authorized KTM dealer.
The Owner's Manual is an important component of the vehicle and should be handed over to the new owner if the vehicle is sold.
3 IMPORTANT NOTES 8
3.1 Guarantee, warranty

The work prescribed in the service schedule must be carried out by an authorized KTM workshop only and confirmed in the customer's
service record and in the KTM dealer.net; otherwise, all warranty claims will be void. No warranty claims can be considered for damage
resulting from manipulations and/or alterations to the vehicle.
Additional information on the guarantee or warranty and the procedures involved can be found in the service record.
3.2 Operating and auxiliary substances
Warning
Environmental hazard Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
– Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system.
Use operating and auxiliary substances (such as fuel and lubricants) as specified in the Owner's Manual.
3.3 Spare parts, accessories

For your own safety, only use spare parts and accessory products that are approved and/or recommended by KTM and have them
installed by an authorized KTM workshop. KTM accepts no liability for other products and any resulting damage or loss.
Certain spare parts and accessory products are specified in parentheses in the descriptions. Your KTM dealer will be glad to advise
you.
The current KTM PowerParts for your vehicle can be found on the KTM website.
International KTM Website: http://www.ktm.com
3.4 Service
A prerequisite for perfect operation and prevention of premature wear is that the service, care, and tuning work on the engine and
chassis is properly carried out as described in the Owner's Manual. Incorrect adjustment and tuning of the engine and chassis can
lead to damage and breakage of components.
Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can lead to considerably more rapid wear
of components such as the drive train, brake system, or suspension components. For this reason, it may be necessary to inspect or
replace parts before the next scheduled service.
It is imperative that you adhere to the stipulated run-in times and service intervals. If you observe these exactly, you will ensure a
much longer service life for your motorcycle.
3.5 Figures
The figures contained in the manual may depict special equipment.
In the interest of clarity, some components may be shown disassembled or may not be shown at all. It is not always necessary to dis-
assemble the component to perform the activity in question. Please follow the instructions in the text.
3.6 Customer service

Your authorized KTM dealer will be happy to answer any questions you may have on your vehicle and KTM.
A list of authorized KTM dealers can be found on the KTM website.

International KTM Website: http://www.ktm.com
4 VIEW OF VEHICLE 9
4.1 View of vehicle, front left (example)
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1 Hand brake lever ( p. 12)

2 Kill switch ( p. 12)
3 Clutch lever ( p. 12)
4 Air filter box lid
5 Fork rebound setting
6 Fuel tap
7 Choke ( p. 15)
8 Shift lever ( p. 15)
9 Chain guide
4 VIEW OF VEHICLE 10
4.2 View of vehicle, rear right (example)
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1 Seat
2 Filler cap
3 Handlebar cushion
4 Throttle grip ( p. 12)
5 Fork compression adjustment
6 Shock absorber rebound adjustment
7 Level viewer for brake fluid, rear
8 Shock absorber compression adjustment
9 Foot brake lever ( p. 16)
10 Kick starter ( p. 16)
5 SERIAL NUMBERS 11
5.1 Chassis number

The chassis number 1 is stamped on the right side of the steering head.
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5.2 Type label

The type label 1 is fixed to the front of the steering head.
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5.3 Engine number

The engine number 1 is stamped on the left side of the engine under the engine
sprocket.
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5.4 Fork part number

The fork part number 1 is stamped on the inner side of the fork stub.
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5.5 Shock absorber part number

The shock absorber part number 1 is stamped on the top of the shock absorber above
the adjusting ring on the engine side.
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6 CONTROLS 12
6.1 Clutch lever

(All 125/150 models)
The clutch lever 1 is fitted on the left side of the handlebar.
The clutch is hydraulically operated and self-adjusting.
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The clutch lever 1 is fitted on the left side of the handlebar.
The clutch is hydraulically operated and self-adjusting.
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6.2 Hand brake lever

Hand brake lever 1 is located on the right side of the handlebar.
The hand brake lever is used to activate the front brake.
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6.3 Throttle grip

Throttle grip 1 is fitted on the right side of the handlebar.
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6.4 Kill switch

The kill switch 1 is fitted on the left side of the handlebar.
Possible states
• Kill switch in basic position – In this position, the ignition circuit is closed, and
the engine can be started.
• Kill switch pressed – In this position, the ignition circuit is interrupted, a run-
ning engine stops, and a non-running engine will not start.
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6 CONTROLS 13
6.5 Electric starter button (250/300 XC)

The electric starter button 1 is fitted on the right side of the handlebar.
Possible states
• Electric starter button in basic position
• Electric starter button pressed – In this position, the electric starter is actuated.
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6.6 Opening the filler cap
Danger
Fire hazard Fuel is highly flammable.
– Never refuel the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
– Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See the notes on refueling.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid contact between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immedi-
ately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, con-
tact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel. Store fuel in a suitable canister according
to regulations and keep it out of the reach of children.
Warning
(All SX models)
– Turn filler cap 1 counterclockwise and lift it off.
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(All XC models)
– Press release button 1, turn the filler cap counterclockwise, and lift it off.
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6 CONTROLS 14
6.7 Closing the filler cap

(All SX models)
– Mount filler cap 1 and turn it clockwise until the fuel tank is tightly closed.
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Run the fuel tank breather hose 2 without kinks.
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(All XC models)
– Mount filler cap 1 and turn it clockwise until the release button engages.
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Run the fuel tank breather hose 2 without kinks.
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6.8 Fuel tap (All SX models)

The fuel tap is on the left side of the fuel tank.
With tap handle 1 on the fuel tap, you can open or close the supply of fuel to the car-
buretor.
Possible states
• Fuel supply closed OFF – Fuel cannot flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
• Fuel supply open ON – Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor. The fuel
tank empties fully.
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6.9 Fuel tap (All XC models)

The fuel tap is on the left side of the fuel tank.
Tap handle 1 on the fuel tap is used to open or close the supply of fuel to the carbure-
tor.
Possible states
• Fuel supply closed OFF – Fuel cannot flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
• Fuel supply open ON – Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor. The fuel
tank empties to the point of reserve capacity.
• Open the fuel reserve supply RES – Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carbu-
retor. The fuel tank empties fully.
601157-11
6.10 Choke
The choke 1 is fitted on the left side of the carburetor.
Activating the choke function frees an opening in the carburetor through which the
engine can draw extra fuel. This creates a richer fuel-air mixture, as is required for a
cold start.
Info
If the engine is warm, the choke function must be deactivated.
Possible states
• Choke function activated – The choke lever is pulled out to the stop.
B00004-10
• Choke function deactivated – The choke lever is pushed in to the stop.
6.11 Shift lever

Shift lever 1 is mounted on the left side of the engine.
101665-10
(All 125/150 models, All XC models)

The gear positions can be seen in the photograph.
The neutral or idle position is between the first and second gears.
101666-10
6 CONTROLS 16
(250 SX EU, 250 SX USA)

The gear positions can be seen in the photograph.
The neutral or idle position is between the first and second gears.
101667-10
6.12 Kick starter

The kick starter 1 is fitted on the right side of the engine. The top part can be
swiveled.
101734-10
6.13 Foot brake lever

Foot brake lever 1 is located in front of the right footrest.
The foot brake lever is used to activate the rear brake.
B00007-10
6.14 Plug-in stand (All SX models)

The holder for plug-in stand 1 is on the left side of the wheel spindle.
The plug-in stand is used to park the motorcycle.
Info
Remove the plug-in stand before riding.
101668-10
6.15 Side stand (All XC models)

The side stand 1 is on the left side of the vehicle.
800211-10
6 CONTROLS 17
The side stand is used to park the motorcycle.
Info
When you are riding, side stand 1 must be folded up and secured with rubber
band 2.
800212-10
7 PREPARING FOR USE 18
7.1 Advice on first use
Danger
Danger of accidents Danger arising from the rider's judgement being impaired.
– Do not operate the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs and certain medications or physically or mentally
impaired.
Warning
Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk.
– Wear protective clothing (helmet, boots, gloves, pants and jacket with protectors) every time you ride the vehicle. Always
wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal requirements.
Warning
Danger of crashing Poor vehicle handling due to different tire tread patterns on front and rear wheels.
– The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar tread patterns to prevent loss of control over the vehicle.
Warning
Danger of accidents Critical riding behavior due to inappropriate riding.
– Adapt your riding speed to the road conditions and your riding ability.
Warning
Danger of accidents Accident risk caused by presence of a passenger.
– Your vehicle is not designed to carry passengers. Do not ride with a passenger.
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of brake system.
– If the foot brake lever is not released, the brake linings drag continuously. The rear brake may fail due to overheating. Take
your foot off the foot brake lever when you are not braking.
Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable riding behavior.
– Do not exceed the maximum permissible weight and axle loads.
Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
– Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
Info
When using your motorcycle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.
– Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized KTM workshop.
You receive a delivery certificate and the service record at vehicle handover.
– Before your first trip, read the entire operating instructions carefully.
– Get to know the controls.
– Adjust the basic position of the clutch lever. ( p. 61)
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. ( p. 65)
– Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. x( p. 69)
– Adjust the basic position of the shift lever. x( p. 88)
– Become accustomed to the handling of the motorcycle on suitable terrain.
Info
Your motorcycle is not authorized for riding on public roads.
Offroad, you should be accompanied by another person on another machine so that you can help each other.
– Try also to ride as slowly as possible and in a standing position to get a better feeling for the vehicle.
– Do not make any offroad trips that over-stress your ability and experience.
– Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
– Do not transport luggage.
– 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 145 kg (320 lb.)
Maximum permissible rear axle load 190 kg (419 lb.)
– Check the spoke tension. ( p. 76)
Info
The spoke tension must be checked after half an hour of operation.
– Run in the engine. ( p. 19)
7.2 Running in the engine

– During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine performance.
Guideline
Maximum engine performance
During the first 3 operating hours < 70 %
During the first 5 operating hours < 100 %
– Avoid fully opening the throttle!
7.3 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions
Info
Use of the vehicle under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can lead to considerably more
rapid wear of components such as the drive train, brake system, or suspension components. For this reason, it may be neces-
sary to inspect or replace parts before the next scheduled service.
– Seal the air filter box. x( p. 52)

– Secure the air filter box lid. x( p. 52)
– Clean the air filter and air filter box. x( p. 51)
Info
Check the air filter approx. every 30 minutes.
– Additionally secure the rubber grip. ( p. 61)

– Check the electrical connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
» If humidity, corrosion, or damage is found:
– Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Difficult riding conditions are:
– Riding on dry sand. ( p. 19)
– Riding on wet sand. ( p. 20)
– Riding on wet and muddy surfaces. ( p. 21)
– Riding at high temperatures and low speeds. ( p. 21)
– Riding at low temperatures or in snow. ( p. 22)
7.4 Preparations for riding on dry sand

– Check the radiator cap.
Value on the radiator cap 1.8 bar (26 psi)
» If the displayed value does not equal the setpoint value:
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets
very hot and is under pressure.
– Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling
600872-10 system components when the engine is hot. Allow the engine
and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse
immediately with lukewarm water.
– Change the radiator cap.

– Mount the dust cover for the air filter.
Dust cover for air filter (59006019000)
Info
Read the KTM PowerParts installation instructions.
B00435-01
– Mount the dust cover for the air filter for sand.
Sand cover for air filter (59006022000)
Info
– Adjust the carburetor jetting and setting.
Info
B00436-01
Your authorized KTM workshop can recommend the right carburetor tuning.
– Clean the chain.

Chain cleaner ( p. 127)
– Mount the steel sprocket.
Tip
Do not grease the chain.
– Clean the radiator fins.

600868-01 – Carefully align bent radiator fins.
– If used in sand regularly, replace the piston every 10 operating hours.
7.5 Preparations for riding on wet sand

Warning

– Mount the rain cover for the air filter.
Rain cover for air filter (59006021000)
Info
Info
B00437-01

Tip
Do not grease the chain.

600868-01 – Carefully align bent radiator fins.
– If used in sand regularly, replace the piston every 10 operating hours.
7.6 Preparations for riding on wet and muddy surfaces

Info
Follow the KTM PowerParts mounting instructions.
Info
B00437-01

– Clean the motorcycle. ( p. 95)
– Carefully align bent radiator fins.
600868-01
7.7 Preparations for riding at high temperatures and low speeds

Warning

– Adjust the secondary ratio to the terrain.
Info
The engine oil heats up quickly when the clutch is operated frequently due
to an excessively high secondary drive.

600868-01
– Carefully align bent radiator fins.
– Check the coolant level. ( p. 82)
7.8 Preparing for riding at low temperatures or in snow

Info
Follow the KTM PowerParts mounting instructions.
Info
B00437-01
8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 23
8.1 Checks and maintenance work when preparing for use
Info
Before riding the vehicle, always check its condition and operating safety.
The vehicle must be in perfect technical condition when used.
– Check the gear oil level. ( p. 91)

– Check the front brake fluid level. ( p. 66)
– Check the rear brake fluid level. ( p. 70)
– Check the front brake linings. ( p. 67)
– Check the rear brake linings. ( p. 71)
– Check that the brake system is functioning properly.
– Check the chain for dirt. ( p. 55)
– Check the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide. ( p. 57)
– Check the chain tension. ( p. 56)
– Check the tire condition. ( p. 75)
– Check the tire air pressure. ( p. 76)
– Check the spoke tension. ( p. 76)
– Clean the dust boots of the fork legs. ( p. 41)
– Bleed the fork legs. ( p. 40)
– Check the air filter.
– Check the settings of all controls and ensure that they can be operated smoothly.
– Check all screws, nuts and hose clamps regularly for tightness.
– Check the fuel supply.
8.2 Starting
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
– When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed
space without an effective exhaust extraction system.
Note
Engine failure High engine speeds in cold engines have a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
– Always warm up the engine at low engine speeds.
Info
If the motorcycle is unwilling to start, the cause can be old fuel in the float chamber. The flammable elements of the fuel
evaporate after a long time of standing.
If the float chamber is filled with fresh fuel, the engine starts immediately.
Engine has been out of use for more than 1 week

– Empty the carburetor float chamber. ( x p. 87)
(All SX models)
– Turn handle 1 of the fuel tap to the ON position. (Figure 601185-10 p. 14)
Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
(All XC models)
– Turn handle 1 of the fuel tap to the ON position. (Figure 601157-11 p. 15)
Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
– Remove the motorcycle from the stand.
– Shift gear to neutral.
The engine is cold
– Pull choke lever out as far as possible.
(150 XC, all SX models)

– Press the kick starter forcefully through its full range.
Info
Do not open the throttle.
(250/300 XC)
– Press the electric starter button or press the kick starter robustly through its full range.
Info
Do not open the throttle.
8.3 Starting off
Info
The plug-in stand must be removed before riding.
When you are riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with the rubber band.
– Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the throttle carefully.
8.4 Shifting, riding
Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel can lock up.
– Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed. The engine races and the rear wheel can lock up.
Info
If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine, and contact an authorized KTM workshop.
First gear is used for starting off or for steep inclines.
– When conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.), you can shift into a higher gear. To do so, release the throttle while simulta-
neously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next gear, release the clutch and open the throttle.
– If the choke function was activated, deactivate it after the engine has warmed up.
– When you reach maximum speed after fully opening the throttle, turn back the throttle to about ¾ of its range. This barely reduces
vehicle speed but lowers fuel consumption considerably.
– Always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle – abrupt throttle opening increases fuel consumption.
– To shift down, brake and close the throttle at the same time.
– Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly and open the throttle or shift again.
– Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time.
Guideline
≥ 2 min
– Avoid frequent and longer slipping of the clutch. This heats the engine oil, the engine and the cooling system.
– Ride with a lower engine speed instead of with a high engine speed and a slipping clutch.
8.5 Braking
Warning
Danger of accidents If you brake too hard, the wheels can lock.
– Adapt your braking to the traffic situation and the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by spongy pressure point of front or rear brake.
– Check the brake system and do not continue riding. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to a wet or dirty brake system.
– Clean or dry a dirty or wet brake system by riding and braking gently.
– On sandy, wet or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.

– Braking should always be completed before you go into a bend. Change down to a lower gear appropriate to your road speed.
– Make use of the braking effect of the engine when driving down long downhill stretches. To do so, shift back one or two gears, but
do not overrev the engine. You will need to apply the brakes far less often and the brake system will not overheat.
8.6 Stopping, parking
Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
– Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
Warning
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
– Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from
being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by excessive load.
– The side stand is designed for the weight of the motorcycle only. Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported by the side
stand only. The side stand and/or the frame could be damaged and the motorcycle could fall over.
– Brake the motorcycle.

– Press and hold the kill switch while the engine is idling until the engine stops.
(All SX models)
– Turn handle 1 of the fuel tap to the OFF position. (Figure 601185-10 p. 14)
(All XC models)
– Park the vehicle on the side stand.
8.7 Transport
Note
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
– Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from
being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
– Switch off the engine.

– Use tension belts or other suitable devices to secure the motorcycle against acci-
dents or falling over.
401475-01
8.8 Refueling
Danger
Warning
– Avoid contact of the fuel with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse imme-
diately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed,
contact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel.
Warning
– Switch off the engine.

– Open the filler cap. ( p. 13)
– Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to measurement A.
Guideline
Measurement of A 35 mm (1.38 in)
Total fuel tank 7.5 l Super unleaded gasoline (98 octane),

capacity, approx. (1.98 US gal) mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:40)
( p. 126) (125/150 SX)
Super unleaded gasoline (95 octane),
mixed with 2-stroke engine oil
400382-10 (1:60) ( p. 125) (250 SX EU,
250 SX USA)
Total fuel tank 10 l (2.6 US gal) Super unleaded gasoline (95 octane),
capacity, approx. mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:40)
( p. 125) (150 XC USA)
Super unleaded gasoline (95 octane),
mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:60)
( p. 125) (250/300 XC)
2-stroke engine oil ( p. 124)

– Close the filler cap. ( p. 14)
9 SERVICE SCHEDULE 27
9.1 All SX models

9.1.1 Service schedule
S10A S20A S30A
Change the gear oil. x (125/150 SX) • • •
Change the gear oil. x (250 SX EU, 250 SX USA) •
Check the front brake linings. ( p. 67) • • •
Check the rear brake linings. ( p. 71) • • •
Check the brake discs. ( p. 65) • • •
Check the brake lines for damage and leakage. • • •
Check the rear brake fluid level. ( p. 70) • • •
Change the foot brake cylinder seals. x •
Check the free travel of the foot brake lever. ( p. 69) • • •
Check the frame and swingarm. x • • •
Check the swingarm bearing. x •
Check the shock absorber linkage. x • • •
Conduct a minor fork service. x • • •
Conduct a major fork service. x •
Check the tire condition. ( p. 75) • • •
Check the tire air pressure. ( p. 76) • • •
Check the wheel bearing for play. x • • •
Check the wheel hubs. x • • •
Check the rim run-out. x • • •
Check the spoke tension. ( p. 76) • • •
Check the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide. ( p. 57) • • •
Check the chain tension. ( p. 56) • • •
Grease all moving parts (e.g., hand lever, chain, ...) and check for smooth operation. x • • •
Check/correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. ( p. 62) • • •
Check the front brake fluid level. ( p. 66) • • •
Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. ( p. 65) • • •
Check the play of the steering head bearing. ( p. 46) • • •
Change the piston and check the cylinder. x •
Change the piston and check the cylinder. (under difficult riding conditions) x • • •
Change the spark plug and spark plug connector. x (125/150 SX) • • •
Change the spark plug and spark plug connector. x (250 SX EU, 250 SX USA) •
Check the intake diaphragm. x • • •
Check the exhaust control for functioning and smooth operation. x •
Check the clutch. x • • •
Check all hoses (e. g. fuel, cooling, bleeding, drainage) and sleeves for cracking, leaks, and incorrect
• • •
routing. x
Check the antifreeze and coolant level. ( p. 81) • • •
Check the cables for damage and routing without sharp bends. x • • •
Check that the throttle cables are undamaged, routed without sharp bends and set correctly. • • •
Clean the air filter and air filter box. x ( p. 51) • • •
Change the glass fiber yarn filling of the main silencer. x ( p. 53) •
Check the screws and nuts for tightness. x • • •
Check the idle. x • • •
Final check: Check the vehicle for safe operation and take a test ride. • • •
Make the service entry in KTM DEALER.NET and in the service record. x • • •
S10A: Every 10 operating hours - corresponds to about 70 liters of fuel (18.5 US gal) / after every race
S20A: Every 20 operating hours - corresponds to about 140 liters of fuel (37 US gal)
S30A: Every 30 operating hours - corresponds to about 210 liters of fuel (55.5 US gal)
9.1.2 Service work (as additional order)

S20N S40A J1A
Change the front brake fluid. x •
Change the rear brake fluid. x •
Change the hydraulic clutch fluid.x ( p. 63) •
Grease the steering head bearing. x ( p. 47) •
Check/set the carburetor components. x • •
Service the shock absorber. x • •
Change the connecting rod, conrod bearing and crank pin. x •
Check the transmission and shift mechanism. x •
Change all engine bearings. x •
S20N: Once after 20 operating hours - corresponds to about 140 liters of fuel (37 US gal)
J1A: Annually
9.2 All XC models

9.2.1 Service schedule
S20A S40A
Check and charge the battery. x (250/300 XC) • •
Change the gear oil. x • •
Check the front brake linings. ( p. 67) • •
Check the rear brake linings. ( p. 71) • •
Check the brake discs. ( p. 65) • •
Check the brake lines for damage and leakage. • •
Check the rear brake fluid level. ( p. 70) • •
Check the free travel of the foot brake lever. ( p. 69) • •
Check the frame and swingarm. x • •
Check the swingarm bearing. x •
Check the shock absorber linkage. x • •
Conduct a minor fork service. x • •
Check the tire condition. ( p. 75) • •
Check the tire air pressure. ( p. 76) • •
Check the wheel bearing for play. x • •
Check the wheel hub. x • •
Check the rim run-out. x • •
Check the spoke tension. ( p. 76) • •
Check the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide. ( p. 57) • •
Check the chain tension. ( p. 56) • •
Grease all moving parts (e.g., hand lever, chain, ...) and check for smooth operation. x • •
Check/correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. ( p. 62) • •
Check the front brake fluid level. ( p. 66) • •
Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. ( p. 65) • •
Check the play of the steering head bearing. ( p. 46) • •
Change the spark plug and spark plug connector. x • •
Check the intake diaphragm. x • •
Check the exhaust control for functioning and smooth operation. x •
Check the clutch. x •
Check all hoses (e. g. fuel, cooling, bleeding, drainage) and sleeves for cracking, leaks, and incorrect routing. x • •
Check the antifreeze and coolant level. ( p. 81) • •
Check the cables for damage and routing without sharp bends. x • •
Check that the throttle cables are undamaged, routed without sharp bends and set correctly. • •
S20A S40A
Clean the air filter and air filter box. x( p. 51) • •
Change the glass fiber yarn filling of the main silencer. x( p. 53) • •
Check the screws and nuts for tightness. x • •
Check the idle. x • •
Final check: Check the vehicle for safe operation and take a test ride. • •
Make the service entry in KTM DEALER.NET and in the service record. x • •
S40A: Every 40 operating hours - corresponds to about 280 liters of fuel (74 US gal) / after every race
9.2.2 Service work (as additional order)

S40A S80A J1A
Change the front brake fluid. x •
Change the rear brake fluid. x •
Change the hydraulic clutch fluid.x ( p. 63) •
Grease the steering head bearing. x ( p. 47) •
Check/set the carburetor components. x • •
Conduct a major fork service. x • •
Service the shock absorber. x • •
Check the starter drive. x (250/300 XC) • •
Change the piston and check the cylinder. x (150 XC USA) • •
Change the connecting rod, conrod bearing and crank pin. x •
Check the transmission and shift mechanism. x •
Change all engine bearings. x •
S80A: Every 80 operating hours - corresponds to about 560 liters of fuel (148 US gal) / every 40 operating hours after sporting use -
corresponds to about 280 liters of fuel (74 US gal)
J1A: Annually
10 TUNING THE CHASSIS 30
10.1 Checking the basic chassis setting with the rider's weight
Info
When adjusting the basic chassis setting, first adjust the shock absorber and then the fork.
– For optimal motorcycle riding characteristics and to avoid damage to forks, shock
absorbers, swingarm and frame, the basic settings of the suspension components
must match the rider's weight.
– As delivered, KTM offroad motorcycles are adjusted for a standard rider weight
(with full protective clothing).
Guideline
Standard rider weight 75… 85 kg (165… 187 lb.)
– If the rider's weight is above or below the standard range, the basic setting of the
suspension components must be adjusted accordingly.
– Small weight differences can be compensated by adjusting the spring preload, but
in the case of large weight differences, the springs must be replaced.
401030-01
10.2 Compression damping of shock absorber

The compression damping of the shock absorber is divided into two ranges: high-speed and low-speed.
High-speed and low-speed refer to the compression speed of the rear wheel suspension and not to the vehicle speed.
The high-speed setting, for example, affects the compression when landing after a jump: the rear wheel suspension compresses more
quickly.
The low-speed setting, for example, affects the compression when riding over long ground swells: the rear wheel suspension com-
presses more slowly.
These two ranges can be adjusted separately, although the transition between high-speed and low-speed is gradual. Thus, changes in
the high-speed range affect the compression damping in the low-speed range and vice versa.
10.3 Adjusting the low-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
– The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
Info
The low-speed setting can be seen during the slow to normal compression of the shock absorber.
– Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise with a screwdriver up to the last perceptible

click.
Info
Do not loosen fitting 2.
– Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock

absorber type.
101727-10
Guideline
Compression damping, low-speed (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Compression damping, low-speed (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Compression damping, low-speed (250 SX EU)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Compression damping, low-speed (250 SX USA)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Compression damping, low-speed (150 XC USA)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Compression damping, low-speed (250/300 XC)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp-
ing.
10.4 Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Info
The high-speed setting can be seen during the fast compression of the shock absorber.
– Turn adjusting screw 1 all the way clockwise with a socket wrench.
Info
Do not loosen fitting 2.
– Turn back counterclockwise by the number of turns corresponding to the shock

absorber type.
101728-10
Guideline
Compression damping, high-speed (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU)
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Compression damping, high-speed (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA)
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Compression damping, high-speed (250 SX EU)
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Compression damping, high-speed (250 SX USA)
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Compression damping, high-speed (150 XC USA)
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Compression damping, high-speed (250/300 XC)
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Info
ing.
10.5 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
Caution
– Turn adjusting screw 1 clockwise up to the last perceptible click.

– Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock
absorber type.
101669-10
Guideline
Rebound damping (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Rebound damping (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Rebound damping (250 SX EU)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Rebound damping (250 SX USA)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Rebound damping (150 XC USA)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Rebound damping (250/300 XC)
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Info
ing.
10.6 Measuring the sag of the unloaded rear wheel

Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 40)
Main work
– Measure the distance – as vertically as possible – between the rear axle and a fixed
point such as a mark on the side cover.
– Note down the value as dimension A.
400988-10
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 40)
10.7 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber

– Measure distance A of the unloaded rear wheel. ( p. 33)
– Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
– Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
– Note down the value as dimension B.
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements A and B.
– Check the static sag.

Static sag (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU) 30 mm (1.18 in)
Static sag (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA) 30 mm (1.18 in)
Static sag (250 SX EU) 30 mm (1.18 in)
Static sag (250 SX USA) 30 mm (1.18 in)
Static sag (150 XC USA) 30 mm (1.18 in)
Static sag (250/300 XC) 30 mm (1.18 in)

400989-10
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
– Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber. x( p. 34)
10.8 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber

– Measure distance A of the unloaded rear wheel. ( p. 33)
– With another person holding the motorcycle, the rider, wearing full protective cloth-
ing, sits on the seat in a normal sitting position (feet on footrests) and bounces up
and down a few times.
The rear wheel suspension levels out.
– Another person now measures the distance between the rear axle and the fixed
point.
– Note down the value as dimension C.
Info
The riding sag is the difference between measurements A and C.
– Check the riding sag.

Guideline
Riding sag (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU) 90 mm (3.54 in)
Riding sag (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA) 100 mm (3.94 in)
Riding sag (250 SX EU) 90 mm (3.54 in)
Riding sag (250 SX USA) 100 mm (3.94 in)
400990-10 Riding sag (150 XC USA) 100 mm (3.94 in)
Riding sag (250/300 XC) 100 mm (3.94 in)
» If the riding sag differs from the specified measurement:
– Adjust the riding sag. x( p. 35)
10.9 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber x

Caution
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
Preparatory work
– Remove the main silencer. ( p. 52)
– Remove the shock absorber. x( p. 48)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
Main work
– Loosen screw 1.
– Turn adjusting ring 2 until the spring is no longer under tension.
Hook wrench (T106S)
– Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under tension.
– Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring 2 to measurement A.
Guideline
Spring preload (125 SX EU, 9 mm (0.35 in)
150 SX EU)
Spring preload (125 SX USA, 12 mm (0.47 in)
150 SX USA)
Spring preload (250 SX EU) 8 mm (0.31 in)
Spring preload (250 SX USA) 12 mm (0.47 in)
Spring preload (150 XC USA) 12 mm (0.47 in)
Spring preload (250/300 XC) 12 mm (0.47 in)
Info
401025-10 Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
– Tighten screw 1.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. x( p. 49)
– Install the main silencer. ( p. 53)
10.10 Adjusting the riding sag x

Preparatory work
– Remove the shock absorber. x( p. 48)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
Main work
– Choose and mount a suitable spring.
B00292-10
Guideline
Spring rate (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU)
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143… 45 N/mm (257 lb/in)
165 lb.)
187 lb.)
209 lb.)
Spring rate (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA)
165 lb.)
187 lb.)
209 lb.)
Spring rate (250 SX EU)
165 lb.)
187 lb.)
209 lb.)
Spring rate (250 SX USA)
165 lb.)
187 lb.)
209 lb.)
Spring rate (150 XC USA)
165 lb.)
187 lb.)
209 lb.)
Spring rate (250/300 XC)
165 lb.)
187 lb.)
209 lb.)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. x( p. 49)
– Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 34)
– Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 34)
– Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 32)
10.11 Checking the basic setting of the fork
Info
For various reasons, no exact riding sag can be determined for the forks.
– As with the shock absorber, smaller differences in the rider's weight can be com-
pensated by the spring preload.
– However, if the fork is often overloaded (hard end stop on compression), harder
springs must be fit to avoid damage to the fork and frame.
401000-01
10.12 Adjusting the compression damping of the fork
Info
The hydraulic compression damping determines the fork suspension behavior.
– Turn adjusting screws 1 clockwise all the way.
Info
Adjusting screws 1 are located at the top end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.
– Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type.
Guideline
Compression damping (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU)
101275-10 Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Compression damping (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Compression damping (250 SX EU)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Compression damping (250 SX USA)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Compression damping (150 XC USA)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Compression damping (250/300 XC)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Info
ing.
10.13 Adjusting the rebound damping of the fork
Info
The hydraulic rebound damping determines the fork suspension behavior.
– Remove protection caps 1.

– Turn adjusting screws 2 clockwise all the way.
Info
Adjusting screws 2 are located at the bottom end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.
– Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type.
Guideline
B00295-10 Rebound damping (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping (125 SX USA, 150 SX USA)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping (250 SX EU)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping (250 SX USA)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping (150 XC USA)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping (250/300 XC)
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Info
ing.
– Mount protection caps 1.
10.14 Handlebar position

On the upper triple clamp, there are two holes a distance of A apart.
Hole distance A 15 mm (0.59 in)
The holes on the handlebar support are placed at a distance of B from the center.
Hole distance B 3.5 mm (0.138 in)
The handlebar can be mounted in four different positions. In this way, the handlebar
can be mounted in the position that is most comfortable for the rider.
B00025-11
10.15 Adjusting the handlebar position x

Warning
Danger of accidents Handlebar breakage.
– If the handlebar is bent or straightened it will cause material fatigue, and the handlebar can break. Always replace handle-
bar.
– Remove screws 1. Remove the handlebar clamp. Remove the handlebar and lay it
to one side.
Info
Protect the motorcycle and its attachments against damage by covering
them.
Do not bend the cables and lines.
– Remove screws 2. Remove the handlebar support.
B00375-10
– Place the handlebar support in the required position. Mount and tighten screws 2.
Guideline
Screw, handlebar support M10 40 Nm Loctite® 243™
(29.5 lbf ft)
Info
Position the left and right handlebar supports evenly.
– Position the handlebar.
Info
Make sure cables and wiring are positioned correctly.
– Position the handlebar clamps. Mount screws 1 and tighten evenly.

Guideline
Screw, handlebar clamp M8 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 40
11.1 Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand

Note
– Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine.

Lift stand (54829055000)
The wheels must no longer touch the ground.
101670-01
– Secure the motorcycle against falling over.
Note
– Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine.

Lift stand (54829055000)
The wheels must no longer touch the ground.
101671-01
– Secure the motorcycle against falling over.
11.2 Removing the motorcycle from the lift stand
Note
(All SX models)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
– Remove the lift stand.
– To park the motorcycle, insert plug-in stand 1 into the left side of the wheel
spindle.
Info
Remove the plug-in stand before riding.
101668-10
(All XC models)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
– Remove the lift stand.
– To park the motorcycle, press side stand 1 to the ground with your foot and
lean the motorcycle on it.
Info
When you are riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with
the rubber band.
800211-10
11.3 Bleeding the fork legs

Preparatory work
Main work
– Remove bleeder screws 1 briefly.
Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork.
– Mount and tighten bleeder screws.
101672-10
Finishing work
11.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs

Preparatory work
– Loosen the fork protection. ( p. 41)
Main work
– Push dust boots 1 of both fork legs downwards.
Info
The dust boots remove dust and coarse dirt particles from the inside fork
tubes. Over time, dirt can penetrate behind the dust boots. If this dirt is not
removed, the oil seals behind can start to leak.
Warning
B00297-10 Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the
brake discs.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with
brake cleaner when necessary.
– Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tube of both fork legs.
Universal oil spray ( p. 128)
– Press the dust boots back into their normal position.
– Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
– Position the fork protection. ( p. 42)
11.5 Loosening the fork protection

– Remove screws 1 and take off the clamp.
– Remove screws 2 on the left fork leg. Push the fork protection downwards.
– Remove the screws on the right fork leg. Push the fork protection downwards.
800197-11
11.6 Positioning the fork protection

– Position the fork protection on the left fork leg. Mount and tighten screws 1.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
– Position the brake line. Position the clamp and mount and tighten screws 2.
– Position the fork protection on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten the screws.
Guideline
800197-10
11.7 Removing the fork legs x

Preparatory work
– Remove the front wheel. x( p. 73)
Main work
– Remove screws 1 and take off the clamp.
– Remove screws 2 and take off the brake caliper.
– Allow the brake caliper and brake line to hang tension-free to the side.
800191-10
– Unscrew screws 3. Take out the left fork leg.

– Unscrew screws 4. Take out the right fork leg.
101731-10
11.8 Installing the fork legs x

Main work
– Position the fork legs.
Info
Grooves are milled into the side of the upper end of the fork legs. The sec-
ond milled groove (from the top) must be flush with the top edge of the
upper triple clamp.
Position bleeder screws 1 toward the front.
101672-10
– Tighten screws 2.
Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp M8 17 Nm
(12.5 lbf ft)
Guideline
Screw, bottom triple clamp M8 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
101731-11
– Position the brake caliper and mount and tighten screws 4.

Guideline
Screw, front brake caliper M8 25 Nm Loctite® 243™
(18.4 lbf ft)
– Position the brake line. Put the clamp on and mount and tighten screws 5.
800191-11
Finishing work
– Install the front wheel. x( p. 73)
11.9 Removing the fork protector x

Preparatory work
– Remove the front wheel. x ( p. 73)
– Remove the fork legs. x ( p. 42)
Main work
– Remove screws 1 on the left fork leg. Lift off the fork protector.
– Remove the screws on the right fork leg. Lift off the fork protector.
B00306-10
11.10 Installing the fork protector x

Main work
– Position the fork protection on the left fork leg. Mount and tighten screws 1.
Guideline
– Position the fork protection on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten the screws.
Guideline
B00306-10
Finishing work
– Install the fork legs.
x ( p. 42)
– Install the front wheel. x ( p. 73)
11.11 Removing the lower triple clamp x

Preparatory work
– Remove the front wheel. x ( p. 73)
– Remove the fork legs. x ( p. 42)
– Remove the start number plate. ( p. 47)
– Remove the front fender. ( p. 47)
– Remove the handlebar cushion.
Main work
– Remove screw 1.
– Remove screw 2.
– Take off the upper triple clamp with the handlebar and set it aside.
Info
Protect the motorcycle and its attachments against damage by covering
them.
Do not bend the cables and lines.
101673-10
– Remove O-ring 3. Remove protective ring 4.

– Take out the lower triple clamp with the steering stem.
– Take out the upper steering head bearing.
101674-10
11.12 Installing the lower triple clamp x

Main work
– Clean the bearing and sealing elements, check for damage, and grease.
High viscosity grease ( p. 127)
– Insert the lower triple clamp with the steering stem. Mount the upper steering head
bearing.
– Check whether the top steering head seal 1 is correctly positioned.
– Slide on protective ring 2 and O-ring 3.
401540-10
– Position the upper triple clamp with the steering.

– Mount screw 4 but do not tighten yet.
101678-10
– Position the fork legs.
Info
Grooves are milled into the side of the upper end of the fork legs. The sec-
ond milled groove (from the top) must be flush with the top edge of the
upper triple clamp.
Position bleeder screws 5 toward the front.
101732-10
– Fully tighten screws 6.

Guideline
Screw, bottom triple clamp M8 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
101733-10
– Tighten screw 4.
Guideline
Screw, top steering head M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
101676-10
– Mount and tighten screw 7.

Guideline
Screw, top steering stem M8 17 Nm Loctite® 243™
(12.5 lbf ft)
101677-10
Guideline
(12.5 lbf ft)
101733-11
– Position the brake caliper. Mount and tighten screws 9.

Guideline
Screw, front brake caliper M8 25 Nm Loctite® 243™
(18.4 lbf ft)
– Position the brake line and clamp. Mount and tighten screws bk.
800220-10
Finishing work
– Check that the wiring harness, cables, and brake and clutch lines can move freely
and are routed correctly.
– Install the front fender. ( p. 48)
– Install the front wheel. x( p. 73)
– Check the play of the steering head bearing. ( p. 46)
– Install the start number plate. ( p. 47)
– Mount the handlebar cushion.
11.13 Checking the play of the steering head bearing
Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable vehicle handling from incorrect steering head bearing play.
– Adjust the steering head bearing play without delay. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Info
If the bike is ridden with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame can become dam-
aged over time.
Preparatory work
Main work
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the fork legs to and fro in
the direction of travel.
No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
» If there is noticeable play present:
– Adjust the play of the steering head bearing. x( p. 46)
– Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
400738-11 The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. There
should be no perceptible detent positions.
» If detent positions are noticeable:
– Adjust the play of the steering head bearing. x( p. 46)
– Check the steering head bearing and replace if required.
Finishing work
11.14 Adjusting the play of the steering head bearing x

Preparatory work
– Remove the handlebar cushion.
Main work
– Loosen screws 1. Remove screw 2.
– Loosen and retighten screw 3.
Guideline
Screw, top steering head M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
– Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp to avoid strains.
Guideline
101679-10
(12.5 lbf ft)
Guideline
Screw, top steering stem M8 17 Nm Loctite® 243™
(12.5 lbf ft)
Finishing work
– Check the play of the steering head bearing. ( p. 46)
– Mount the handlebar cushion.
11.15 Greasing the steering head bearing x

– Remove the lower triple clamp. x ( p. 43)
– Install the lower triple clamp. x ( p. 44)
800010-10
11.16 Removing the start number plate

– Remove screw 1 and take off the clamp.
– Remove screw 2. Take off the start number plate.
101680-10
11.17 Installing the start number plate

– Position the start number plate. Mount and tighten screw 1.
Guideline
Info
Ensure that the holding lugs engage in the fender.
– Position the brake line. Position the clamp and mount and tighten screw 2.
101681-10
11.18 Removing the front fender

Preparatory work
– Remove the start number plate. ( p. 47)
Main work
– Remove screws 1 and 2. Remove the front fender.
101724-10
11.19 Installing the front fender

Main work
– Position the front fender. Mount and tighten screws 1 and 2.
Guideline
101724-10
Finishing work
– Install the start number plate. ( p. 47)
11.20 Removing the shock absorber x

Preparatory work
Main work
– Remove screw 1.
– Remove screw cap 2.
101682-10
– Press angle lever 3 toward the rear.

– Press linkage lever 4 downward.
B00268-10
– Remove screw 5.
– Remove the shock absorber from the top.
101729-10
11.21 Installing the shock absorber x

Main work
– Insert the shock absorber from above.
– Position the shock absorber.
Guideline
Screw, top shock absorber M10 60 Nm Loctite® 2701
(44.3 lbf ft)
101729-11
– Position the angle lever and linkage lever.

– Mount and tighten screw cap 2.
Guideline
Nut, linkage lever to angle lever M14x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
Guideline
Screw, bottom shock M10 60 Nm Loctite® 2701
absorber (44.3 lbf ft)
101682-11
Finishing work
11.22 Removing the seat

– Remove screw 1. Lift up the seat at the rear, pull it back and then remove from
above.
101683-10
11.23 Mounting the seat

– Hook in the front of the seat at the collar bushing of the fuel tank, lower at the rear
and simultaneously push forward.
– Make sure that the seat is correctly locked in.
101730-01
– Mount and tighten screw 1 of the seat fixation.

Guideline
101683-10
11.24 Removing the air filter box lid

Condition
The air filter box lid is secured.
– Remove screws 1.
101684-10
– Pull off the air filter box lid in area A sideways and remove it toward the front.
101685-10
11.25 Installing the air filter box lid

– Insert the air filter box lid into rear area A and clip it into front area B.
101686-10
Condition
The air filter box lid is secured.
– Mount and tighten screws 1.
Guideline
Screw, air filter box lid EJOT PT® 3 Nm EJOT PT screw
K60x20-Z (2.2 lbf ft) (0017060204)
101684-10
11.26 Removing the air filter x

Note
Engine failure Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
– Never ride the vehicle without an air filter since dust and dirt can get into the engine and result in increased wear.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Preparatory work
– Remove the air filter box lid. ( p. 50)
Main work
– Detach air filter holder 1 at the bottom and swing it to one side. Remove the air
filter with the air filter support.
– Remove the air filter from the air filter support.
601196-10
11.27 Installing the air filter x

Main work
– Mount the clean air filter onto the air filter support.
– Grease the air filter in area A.
Long-life grease ( p. 127)
301262-10
– Put in both parts together, position them, and fix them with air filter holder 1.
Info
If the air filter is not correctly mounted, dust and dirt can enter the engine
and cause damage.
601196-10
Finishing work
– Install the air filter box lid. ( p. 50)
11.28 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box x

Warning
Info
Do not clean the air filter with fuel or petroleum since these substances attack the foam.
Preparatory work
– Remove the air filter. x( p. 50)
Main work
– Wash the air filter thoroughly in special cleaning liquid and allow it to dry properly.
Air filter cleaner ( p. 127)
Info
Only squeeze the air filter to dry it; never wring it out.
– Oil the dry air filter with a high quality filter oil.
B00325-01 Oil for foam air filter ( p. 128)

– Clean the air filter box.
– Clean the intake flange and check it for damage and tightness.
Finishing work
– Install the air filter. x( p. 51)
11.29 Securing the air filter box lid x

Preparatory work
Main work
– Drill a hole at markings A and B.
Guideline
Diameter 6 mm (0.24 in)
C00229-10
Finishing work
11.30 Sealing the air filter box x

– Seal the air filter box in the marked area A.
401527-10
11.31 Removing the main silencer
Warning
Danger of burns The exhaust system gets very hot when the vehicle is driven.
– Allow the exhaust system to cool down. Do not touch hot components.
– Pull the main silencer off of the manifold at the rubber sleeve 2.
800199-10
11.32 Installing the main silencer

– Mount the main silencer with rubber sleeve 1.
– Mount and tighten screws 2.
Guideline
800199-11
11.33 Changing the glass fiber yarn filling of the main silencer x
Warning
Danger of burns The exhaust system gets very hot when the vehicle is driven.
– Allow the exhaust system to cool down. Do not touch hot components.
Info
Over time, the fibers of the glass fiber yarn escape and the damper "burns" out.
Not only is the noise level higher, the performance characteristic changes.
Preparatory work
Main work
– Remove screws 1. Pull out inner tube 2.
– Pull the glass fiber yarn filling 3 from the inner tube.
– Clean the parts that are to be reinstalled.
– Mount the new glass fiber yarn filling 3 on the inner tube.
– Slide outer tube 4 over the inner tube with the new glass fiber yarn filling.
– Mount and tighten all screws 1.
401045-10
Finishing work
11.34 Removing the fuel tank x

Danger
Warning
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 49)
Main work
– Close the fuel tap.
– Pull off the fuel hose.
Info
Remaining fuel may run out of the fuel hose.
– Remove screws 1 with the collar sleeve.
101687-10
– Remove screw 2 with the collar sleeve.

– Remove the tube from the fuel tank vent line.
101688-10
– Pull both spoilers off of the sides of the radiator bracket and lift off the fuel tank.
101689-01
11.35 Installing the fuel tank x

Danger
Warning
– Avoid contact of the fuel with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse imme-
diately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed,
contact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel.
Preparatory work
– Remove the fuel tank. x( p. 53)
– Check the routing of the throttle cable. ( p. 59)
Main work
– Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the sides of the radiator bracket.
– Make sure that no cables are trapped or damaged.
101689-01
– Mount the fuel tank vent hose.

– Mount and tighten screw 1 with the collar bushing.
Guideline
101688-11
– Mount and tighten screws 2 with the collar sleeve.

Guideline
– Connect the fuel hose.
101687-11
Finishing work
– Mount the seat. ( p. 49)
11.36 Checking the chain for dirt

– Check the chain for heavy soiling.
» If the chain is very dirty:
– Clean the chain. ( p. 55)
400678-01
11.37 Cleaning the chain
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
– Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
– Clean the chain regularly and then treat with chain spray.
Off-road chain spray ( p. 127)
400725-01
11.38 Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension.
– If the chain tension is too high, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bear-
ings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. Apart from premature wear, in extreme cases the chain can
rupture or the countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it can fall off the engine
sprocket or the rear sprocket and block the rear wheel or damage the engine. Check the chain tension and correct if neces-
sary.
Preparatory work
Main work
– Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upwards to measure
chain tension A.
Info
The bottom chain section 1 must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even; repeat this measurement at different chain
positions.
101690-10
Chain tension 55… 58 mm (2.17… 2.28 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 56)
Finishing work
11.39 Adjusting the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension.
– If the chain tension is too high, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bear-
ings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. Apart from premature wear, in extreme cases the chain can
rupture or the countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it can fall off the engine
sprocket or the rear sprocket and block the rear wheel or damage the engine. Check the chain tension and correct if neces-
sary.
Preparatory work
Main work
– Loosen nut 2.
– Loosen nuts 3.
– Adjust the chain tension by turning the adjusting screws 4 left and right.
Guideline
Chain tension 55… 58 mm (2.17… 2.28 in)
Turn adjusting screws 4 on the left and right so that the markings on the left
and right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to the reference
marks B. The rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
– Tighten nuts 3.
– Make sure that chain adjusters 5 are fitted correctly on adjusting screws 4.
– Tighten nut 2.
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle M25x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
Info
The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters (32 mm (1.18 in))
enables different secondary ratios with the same chain length.
101691-10
Chain adjusters 5 can be turned by 180°.
Finishing work
11.40 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket and chain guide
Preparatory work
Main work
– Check the rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear.
» If the rear sprocket and engine sprocket are worn:
– Change the rear sprocket or engine sprocket. x
Info
The engine sprocket, rear sprocket, and chain should always be
changed together.
400227-01
– Pull on the upper part of the chain with the specified weight A.
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measurement 10… 15 kg (22… 33 lb.)
– Measure the distance B of 18 chain links in the lower chain section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even; repeat this measurement at different chain
positions.
Maximum distance B at the longest 272 mm (10.71 in)

chain section
» If the distance B is greater than the specified measurement:
– Change the chain. x
Info
When you replace the chain, you should also change the rear
sprocket and engine sprocket.
New chains wear out faster on old, worn sprockets.
400987-10
– Check the chain sliding guard for wear.

» If the lower edge of the chain pins is in line with or below the chain sliding
guard:
– Change the chain sliding guard. x
– Check the chain sliding guard for tightness.
» If the chain sliding guard is loose:
– Tighten the chain sliding guard.
Guideline
Screw, chain sliding M6 6 Nm Loctite® 243™
guard (4.4 lbf ft)
800201-10
– Check the chain sliding piece for wear.

» If the lower edge of the chain pins is in line with or below the chain sliding
piece:
– Change the chain sliding piece. x
– Check the chain sliding piece for tightness.
» If the chain sliding piece is loose:
– Tighten the chain sliding piece.
Guideline
Screw, chain sliding piece M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
800202-10
– Measure the material thickness A on the bottom of the chain guide.

Minimum distance A at the lowest 12 mm (0.47 in)
position
» If distance A is less than the specified measurement:
– Change the chain guide. x
400984-10
– Check the chain guide for tightness.

» If the chain guide is loose:
– Tighten the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
101692-01
Finishing work
11.41 Adjusting the chain guide x

– Unscrew screw 1. Remove screw 2. Swing the chain guide down.
Condition
Number of teeth: ≤ 44 teeth
– Insert collar bushing 3 into drill hole A. Position the chain guide.
– Mount and tighten screw 2. Tighten screw 1.
Guideline
(7.4 lbf ft)
Condition
Number of teeth: ≥ 45 teeth
– Insert collar bushing 3 into drill hole B. Position the chain guide.
– Mount and tighten screw 2. Tighten screw 1.
Guideline
(7.4 lbf ft)
101693-10
11.42 Checking the frame x

– Check the frame for cracking and deformation.
» If the frame exhibits cracking or deformation due to a mechanical impact:
– Change the frame. x
Info
A frame that has been damaged due to a mechanical impact must
always be changed. Repair of the frame is not authorized by KTM.
800206-10
11.43 Checking the swingarm x

– Check the swingarm for damage, cracking, and deformation.
» If the swingarm shows signs of damage, cracking, or deformation:
– Change the swingarm. x
Info
A damaged swingarm must always be changed. Repair of the
swingarm is not authorized by KTM.
500285-01
11.44 Checking the routing of the throttle cable

Preparatory work
Main work
(125/150 SX)
– Check the routing of the throttle cable.
The throttle cable must be routed along the back of the handlebar, to the
right of the frame, below the fuel tank bracket, and to the carburetor.
» If the throttle cable is not routed as specified:
– Correct the routing of the throttle cable.
101694-01
(150 XC USA)
101695-01
(250 SX EU, 250 SX USA)

101696-01
(250/300 XC)
101697-01
Finishing work
– Install the fuel tank. x( p. 54)
11.45 Checking the rubber grip

– Check the rubber grips on the handlebar for damage and wear and to ensure they
are firmly seated.
» If a rubber grip is damaged, worn, or loose:
– Change and secure the rubber grip.
Rubber grip adhesive (00062030051) ( p. 128)
401197-01
11.46 Additionally securing the rubber grip

Preparatory work
– Check the rubber grip. ( p. 61)
Main work
– Secure the rubber grip at two points using the securing wire.
Securing wire (54812016000)
Wire twister forceps (U6907854)
The twisted wire ends face away from the hands and are bent toward the rub-
ber grip.
401198-01
11.47 Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever

– Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjust-
ing screw 1.
101698-10
Info
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to increase the distance
between the clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to decrease the distance between
the clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!

– Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjust-
ing screw 1.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance
between the clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
clutch lever and the handlebar.
101699-10
11.48 Checking/correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch lining discs.

– Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal posi-
tion.
– Remove cover 2 with membrane 3.
– Check the fluid level.
Fluid level under top edge of con- 4 mm (0.16 in)
tainer
400245-10
» If the level of the fluid does not meet specifications:
– Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Hydraulic fluid (15) ( p. 125)
– Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
tion.
– Check the fluid level.
Fluid level under top edge of con- 4 mm (0.16 in)
tainer
101736-10
» If the level of the fluid does not meet specifications:
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 124)
Info
Wash off overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
11.49 Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid x

Warning

tion.
400245-10
– Fill bleeding syringe 4 with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.

Bleed syringe (50329050000)
Hydraulic fluid (15) ( p. 125)
– On the slave cylinder of the clutch, remove bleeder screw 5 and mount bleed-
ing syringe 4.
101725-10
– Inject the liquid into the system until it escapes from bore hole 6 of the mas-
ter cylinder without bubbles.
– To prevent overflow, drain fluid occasionally from the master cylinder reservoir.
– Remove the bleeding syringe. Mount and tighten the bleeder screw.
Guideline
Fluid level under top level of con- 4 mm (0.16 in)
tainer
400247-10
(250 SX EU, 250 SX USA)
tion.
101736-10

ing syringe 4.
101726-10
Guideline
tainer
101735-10
(250/300 XC)
tion.
101736-10

ing syringe 4.
800215-10
Guideline
tainer
101735-10
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 65
12.1 Checking the free travel of the hand brake lever
Warning
Danger of accidents Brake system failure.
– If there is no free travel on the hand brake lever, pressure builds up on the front brake circuit. The front brake can fail due
to overheating. Adjust the free travel on hand brake lever according to specifications.
– Push the hand brake lever forward and check free travel A.
Free travel of hand brake lever ≥ 3 mm (≥ 0.12 in)
» If the free travel does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. ( p. 65)
101700-10
12.2 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever

– Check the free travel of the hand brake lever. ( p. 65)
– Adjust the basic setting of the hand brake lever to your hand size by turning adjust-
ing screw 1.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
hand brake lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the hand brake lever and the handlebar.
101701-10 The range of adjustment is limited.
12.3 Checking the brake discs
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to worn brake disc(s).
– Change the worn brake disc(s) without delay. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
– Check the thickness of the front and rear brake discs at several places on the disc
to see if it conforms to measurement A.
Info
Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc around the area used by the
brake linings.
Brake discs - wear limit

Front 2.5 mm (0.098 in)
400257-10 Rear 3.5 mm (0.138 in)
» If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value:
– Change the brake disc.
– Check the front and rear brake discs for damage, cracking and deformation.
» If the brake disc exhibits damage, cracking or deformation:
– Change the brake disc.
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 66
12.4 Checking the front brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of the brake system.
– If the brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark, this indicates a leakage in the brake system or worn-out brake linings.
Check the brake system and do not continue riding. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid.
– Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will
be glad to help.)
– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
– Check the brake fluid level in the viewer 1.
» If the brake fluid level is below the MIN marking:
– Add front brake fluid. x( p. 66)
101702-10
12.5 Adding front brake fluid x

Warning
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
– Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
– If brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes thoroughly with water and consult a physician immediately.
Warning
be glad to help.)
Warning
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid! It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for DOT 5
brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container!
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 67
– Add brake fluid to level A.
Guideline
Dimension A (brake fluid level below 5 mm (0.2 in)
top edge of container)

Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
600706-10
12.6 Checking the front brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
– Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
– Check the brake linings for minimum thickness A.

Minimum thickness A ≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
– Change the front brake linings. x( p. 67)
– Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or cracking is visible:
– Change the front brake linings. x( p. 67)
101752-10
12.7 Changing the front brake linings x

Warning
Danger of accident Brake system failure.
– Maintenance work and repairs must be carried out professionally. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Warning
be glad to help.)
Warning
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 68
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to use of non-approved brake linings.
– Brake linings available from accessory suppliers are often not tested and approved for use on KTM vehicles. The construc-
tion and friction factor of the brake linings and therefore the brake power can differ considerably from the original KTM
brake linings. If brake linings are used that differ from the originals, there is no guarantee that they comply with the origi-
nal license. The vehicle no longer corresponds to the condition at delivery, and the warranty is no longer valid.
Warning
Info
brake fluid.
– Manually press the brake caliper toward the brake disc to push back the brake pis-
tons. Ensure that brake fluid does not flow out of the brake fluid reservoir, extract-
ing it by suction if it does.
Info
Make sure when pushing back the brake pistons that you do not press the
100395-10 brake caliper against the spokes.
– Remove cotter pins 4, pull out pin 5, and remove the brake linings.
– Clean the brake caliper and brake caliper support.
101737-10
– Check that leaf spring 6 in the brake caliper and sliding plate 7 in the brake
caliper support are seated correctly.
100397-01
– Insert the brake linings, insert the pin, and mount the cotter pins.
– Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake linings are lying correctly
against the brake disc and there is a pressure point.
101738-01
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 69
– Correct the brake fluid quantity to level A.

Guideline
Dimension A (brake fluid level below 5 mm (0.2 in)
top edge of container)

Info
100399-10
Wash off overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
12.8 Checking the free travel of foot brake lever
Warning
– If there is no free travel on the foot brake lever, pressure builds up on the rear brake circuit. The rear brake can fail due to
overheating. Adjust the free travel on foot brake lever according to specifications.
– Disconnect spring 1.
– Move the foot brake lever back and forth between the end stop and the contact to
the foot brake cylinder piston and check free travel A.
Guideline
Free travel at foot brake lever 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
» If the free travel does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. x( p. 69)
– Reconnect spring 1.
B00028-10
12.9 Adjusting the basic position of the foot brake lever x

Warning
– If there is no free travel on the foot brake lever, pressure builds up on the rear brake circuit. The rear brake can fail due to
overheating. Adjust the free travel on foot brake lever according to specifications.
– Disconnect spring 1.
– Loosen nut 4 and, with push rod 5, turn it back until you have maximum free
travel.
– To adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever individually, loosen nut 2 and
turn screw 3 accordingly.
Info
– Turn push rod 5 accordingly until you have free travel A. If necessary, adjust the
basic position of the foot brake lever.
Guideline
Free travel at foot brake lever 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
– Hold screw 3 and tighten nut 2.
Guideline
Nut, foot brake lever stop M8 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
– Hold push rod 5 and tighten nut 4.
101703-10 Guideline
Remaining nuts, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
– Reconnect spring 1.
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 70
12.10 Checking the rear brake fluid level
Warning
Warning
be glad to help.)
– Stand the vehicle upright.

– Check the brake fluid level in the viewer 1.
» If an air bubble is visible in viewer 1:
– Add brake fluid for the rear brake. x( p. 70)
800205-10
12.11 Adding brake fluid for the rear brake x

Warning
Warning
Warning
be glad to help.)
Warning
Info
brake fluid.

– Remove screw cap 1 with membrane 2 and the O-ring.
– Mount the screw cap with the membrane and the O-ring.
Info
101704-10
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 71
12.12 Checking the rear brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
– Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
– Check the brake linings for minimum thickness A.

Minimum thickness A ≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
– Change the rear brake linings. x( p. 71)
– Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or cracking is visible:
– Change the rear brake linings. x( p. 71)
101739-10
12.13 Changing the rear brake linings x

Warning
Warning
be glad to help.)
Warning
Info
brake fluid.

– Remove screw cap 1 with membrane 2 and the O-ring.
101705-10
– Manually press the brake caliper to the brake disc to push back the brake piston.
Ensure that brake fluid does not flow out of the brake fluid reservoir, extracting it
by suction if it does.
Info
Make sure when pushing back the brake piston that you do not press the
brake caliper against the spokes.
– Remove cotter pins 3, pull out pin 4, and remove the brake linings.
101740-10
12 BRAKE SYSTEM 72
– Clean the brake caliper and brake caliper support.

– Check that leaf spring 5 in the brake caliper and sliding plate 6 in the brake
caliper support are seated correctly.
Info
The arrow on the leaf spring points in the rotation direction of the brake
disc.
101741-10
– Insert the brake linings, insert pin 4, and mount cotter pins 3.
Info
Make sure that decoupling plate 7 is mounted on the piston side of the
brake lining.
– Operate the foot brake lever several times until the brake linings are lying correctly
101742-10

– Mount and tighten screw cap 1 with membrane 2 and the O-ring.
Info
101704-10
13 WHEELS, TIRES 73
13.1 Removing the front wheel x

Preparatory work
Main work
– Press the brake caliper onto the brake disc by hand in order to push back the brake
pistons.
Info
Make sure when pushing back the brake pistons that you do not press the
101743-10
– Remove screw 1.
– Loosen screws 2.
101744-10
– Holding the front wheel, withdraw the wheel spindle. Take the front wheel out of
the fork.
Info
Do not pull the hand brake lever when the front wheel is removed.
Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the brake disc is not dam-
aged.
B00303-10
– Remove spacers 3.
101745-10
13.2 Installing the front wheel x

Warning
– Check the wheel bearing for damage and wear.

» If the wheel bearing is damaged or worn:
– Change the wheel bearing. x
– Clean and grease shaft seal rings 1 and bearing surface A of the spacers.
– Insert the spacers.
101745-11
13 WHEELS, TIRES 74
– Lift the front wheel into the fork, position it, and insert the wheel spindle.
Guideline
Screw, front wheel spindle M24x1.5 45 Nm
(33.2 lbf ft)
– Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake linings are lying correctly
against the brake disc.
101744-11
– Pull the front wheel brake and push down hard on the fork several times to align
the fork legs.
Guideline
Screw, fork stub M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
13.3 Removing the rear wheel x

Preparatory work
Main work
– Press the brake caliper onto the brake disc by hand in order to push back the brake
piston.
Info
Make sure when pushing back the brake piston that you do not press the
– Remove nut 1.
– Remove chain adjuster 2. Withdraw wheel spindle 3 only enough to allow the rear
wheel to be pushed forward.
– Push the rear wheel forward as far as possible. Remove the chain from the rear
sprocket.
– Holding the rear wheel, withdraw the wheel spindle. Take the rear wheel out of the
swingarm.
Info
Do not operate the foot brake when the rear wheel is removed.
Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the brake disc is not dam-
aged.
101706-10
– Remove spacers 4.
101707-10
13.4 Installing the rear wheel x

Warning
13 WHEELS, TIRES 75
Main work
– Check the wheel bearing for damage and wear.
» If the wheel bearing is damaged or worn:
– Change the wheel bearing. x
– Clean and grease shaft seal rings 1 and bearing surface A of the spacers.
– Insert the spacers.
101709-10
– Lift the rear wheel into the swing arm, position it, and insert wheel spindle 2.
– Apply the chain.
101708-10
– Position chain adjuster 3. Mount nut 4, but do not tighten it yet.

– Make sure that chain adjusters 3 are fitted correctly on adjusting screws 5.
– Tighten nut 4.
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle M25x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
Info
The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters (32 mm (1.18 in))
enables different secondary ratios with the same chain length.
Chain adjusters 3 can be turned by 180°.
– Operate the foot brake lever several times until the brake linings are lying correctly
101710-10
Finishing work
13.5 Checking the tire condition
Info
Only mount tires approved and/or recommended by KTM.
Other tires could have a negative effect on handling characteristics.
The type, condition and air pressure of the tires all have an important impact on the handling characteristics of the motorcycle.
The front and rear wheels must be mounted with tires with similar profiles.
Worn tires have a negative effect on handling characteristics, especially on wet surfaces.
– Check the front and rear tires for cuts, run-in objects and other damage.
» If the tire exhibits cuts, run-in objects or other damage:
– Change the tire.
– Check the depth of the tread.
Info
Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth.
Minimum tread depth ≥ 2 mm (≥ 0.08 in)

400602-10
13 WHEELS, TIRES 76
» If the tread depth is less than the minimum permissible depth:

– Check the tire age.
Info
The tire's date of manufacture is usually part of the tire markings and is
indicated by the last four digits of the DOT marking. The first two digits indi-
cate the week of manufacture and the last two digits the year of manufac-
ture.
KTM recommends that the tires are changed at the latest after 5 years,
regardless of the actual state of wear.
» If the tire is older than five years:

13.6 Checking the tire air pressure
Info
Low tire air pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire air pressure ensures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life.
– Remove the dust cap.

– Check the tire air pressure when the tires are cold.
Tire air pressure off road
Front 1.0 bar (15 psi)
Rear 1.0 bar (15 psi)
» If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
– Correct the tire pressure.
400695-01 – Mount the dust cap.
13.7 Checking the spoke tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Instable handling due to incorrect spoke tension.
– Ensure that the spoke tension is correct. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Info
A loose spoke causes wheel imbalance and rapidly leads to more loose spokes.
If the spokes are too tight, they can break due to local overload.
Check the spoke tension regularly, especially on a new motorcycle.
– Briefly strike each spoke with the tip of a screwdriver.
Info
The tone frequency depends on the length of the spoke and the spoke diam-
eter.
If you hear different tone frequencies from different spokes of equal length
and diameter, this is an indication of different spoke tensions.
You should hear a high note.

400694-01 » If the spoke tension varies:
– Correct the spoke tension. x
– Check the spoke torque.
Guideline
Spoke nipple, front wheel M4.5 5… 6 Nm (3.7…
4.4 lbf ft)
Spoke nipple, rear wheel M4.5 5… 6 Nm (3.7…
4.4 lbf ft)
Torque wrench with various accessories in set (58429094000)

14 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 77
14.1 Removing the battery x (250/300 XC)

Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
– Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
– Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
– Keep the battery away from sparks or open flames. Charge only in well-ventilated areas.
– In the event of skin contact, rinse with large amounts of water. If battery acid gets in the eyes, rinse with water for at least
15 minutes and contact a physician.
Preparatory work
– Switch off all power consumers and switch off the engine.
Main work
– Disconnect negative cable 1 of the battery.
– Pull back the positive terminal cover 2 and disconnect the positive cable of the
battery.
– Detach rubber band 3 at the bottom.
– Lift the battery up.
101711-10
14.2 Installing the battery x (250/300 XC)

Main work
– Insert the battery into the battery compartment with the terminals facing to the
front.
Battery (YTX4L-BS) ( p. 116)
– Reconnect rubber band 1.
– Connect positive cable 2 and negative cable 3.
Guideline
Screw, battery terminal M5 2.5 Nm
(1.84 lbf ft)
Info
Contact disks A must be mounted between screws 4 and cable sockets 5
with the claws facing down.
– Slide positive terminal cover 6 over the positive terminal.
101712-10
Finishing work
14.3 Recharging the battery x (250/300 XC)

Warning
Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious chemical burns.
– Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
– Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases.
– Keep the battery away from sparks or open flames. Charge only in well-ventilated areas.
– In the event of skin contact, rinse with large amounts of water. If battery acid gets in the eyes, rinse with water for at least
15 minutes and contact a physician.
Warning
Environmental hazard The battery contains elements that are harmful to the environment.
– Do not discard batteries with the household trash. Dispose of a defective battery in an environmentally compatible manner.
Give the battery to your KTM dealer or to a recycling center that accepts used batteries.
Warning
Info
Even when there is no load on the battery, it still loses power steadily.
The charge state and the type of charge are very important for the service life of the battery.
Rapid recharging with a high charging current shortens the battery's service life.
If the charging current, charging voltage and charging time are exceeded, electrolyte escapes through the safety valves. This
reduces the battery capacity.
If the battery is depleted from starting the vehicle repeatedly, the battery must be charged immediately.
If the battery is left in a discharged state for an extended period, it will become over-discharged and sulfate, destroying the
battery.
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the acid level does not have to be checked.
Preparatory work
– Disconnect the negative cable of the battery to avoid damage to the motorcycle's
electronics.
Main work
– Connect the battery charger to the battery. Switch on the battery charger.
Battery charger (58429074000)
You can also use the battery charger to test rest potential and start potential of the
battery, and to test the alternator. With this device, you cannot overcharge the bat-
tery.
Info
400240-10
Never remove lid 1.
Charge the battery with a maximum of 10% of the capacity specified on the
battery housing 2.
– Switch off the charger after charging. Disconnect the battery.

Guideline
The charge current, charge voltage and charge time must not be exceeded.
Charge the battery regularly when the 3 months
motorcycle is not in use
Finishing work
14.4 Changing the main fuse (250/300 XC)
Warning
Fire hazard The electrical system can be overloaded if the wrong fuses are used.
– Use only fuses with the prescribed amperage. Never by-pass or repair fuses.
Info
The main fuse protects all power consumers of the vehicle. It is located in the starter relay housing under the air filter box
cover.
Preparatory work
Main work
– Remove screw 1.
101395-10
– Lift rear fairing 2 slightly and pull starter relay 3 out of the holder.
101396-10
– Remove protection caps 4.

– Remove the faulty main fuse 5.
Info
A defective fuse can be identified by the burned-out fuse wire A.
A reserve fuse 6 is located in the starter relay.
– Install a new main fuse.

Fuse (58011109110)
101397-10
– Check that the electrical equipment is functioning properly.
Tip
Insert the spare fuse so that it is available if needed.
– Mount the protection caps.

– Mount the starter relay onto the holder and lay the cable.
– Position the rear fairing. Mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline
Finishing work
15 COOLING SYSTEM 80
15.1 Cooling system

Water pump 1 in the engine circulates the coolant.
The pressure resulting from the warming of the cooling system is regulated by a
valve in radiator cap 2. This ensures that operating the vehicle at the specified
coolant temperature will not result in a risk of malfunctions.
120 °C (248 °F)
Cooling is effected by the air stream.
The lower the speed, the less the cooling effect. Dirty cooling fins also reduce the
cooling effect.
101746-10

Water pump 1 in the engine circulates the coolant.
The pressure resulting from the warming of the cooling system is regulated by a
valve in radiator cap 2. This ensures that operating the vehicle at the specified
coolant temperature will not result in a risk of malfunctions.
120 °C (248 °F)
Cooling is effected by the air stream.
The lower the speed, the less the cooling effect. Dirty cooling fins also reduce the
cooling effect.
101747-10
15.2 Radiator cover (All SX models)

The radiator cover is mounted in front of the left radiator between the radiator shield
and radiator.
The radiator cover keeps the coolant temperature in the correct range.
Coolant temperature 65… 70 °C (149… 158 °F)
101748-10
The radiator cover is installed in front of the left radiator, depending on the ambient
temperature.
Radiator cover 1 without < 7 °C (< 45 °F)
notch
Radiator cover 2 with 7… 16 °C (45… 61 °F)

notch
Without radiator cover > 16 °C (> 61 °F)

401055-10
Info
Do not use both radiator covers at the same time.
15.3 Removing the radiator cover (All SX models)

Preparatory work
Main work
– Detach radiator shield 1 at mounting points 2 and remove it. Remove radiator
cover 3.
101749-10
– Attach the radiator shield at holding lugs 4. Attach mounting points 2 at the radi-
ator.
101750-10
Finishing work
15.4 Installing the radiator cover (All SX models)

Preparatory work
Main work
– Detach radiator shield 1 at mounting points 2 and remove it.
101751-10
– Position the corresponding radiator cover 3 and attach the radiator shield at hold-
ing lugs 4. Attach mounting points 2 at the radiator.
101749-11
Finishing work
15.5 Checking the antifreeze and coolant level
Warning
Danger of scalding During motorcycle operation, the coolant gets very hot and is under pressure.
– Do not remove the radiator cap, radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot. Allow the
engine and cooling system to cool down. In case of scalding, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Avoid contact between coolant and skin, eyes and clothing. If it gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and con-
tact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If coolant is swallowed, contact a doctor immedi-
ately. Change clothes that have come into contact with coolants. Keep coolant out of the reach of children.
Condition
The engine is cold.
– Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.

– Remove the radiator cap.
– Check the coolant antifreeze.
−25… −45 °C (−13… −49 °F)
» If the coolant antifreeze does not meet specifications:
– Correct the coolant antifreeze.
– Check the coolant level in the radiator.
400243-10 Coolant level A above the radiator fins. 10 mm (0.39 in)
» If the level of the coolant does not meet specifications:
– Correct the coolant level.
Alternative 1
Coolant ( p. 124)
Alternative 2
Coolant (mixed ready to use) ( p. 124)
– Mount the radiator cap.
15.6 Checking the coolant level
Warning
Warning
Condition
The engine is cold.
– Remove the radiator cap.
– Check the coolant level in the radiator.
Coolant level A above the radiator fins. 10 mm (0.39 in)
» If the level of the coolant does not meet specifications:
– Correct the coolant level.
Alternative 1
400243-10 Coolant ( p. 124)
Alternative 2
– Mount the radiator cap.
15.7 Draining the coolant x

Warning
Warning
Condition
The engine is cold.
– Position the motorcycle upright.
– Place a suitable container under the water pump cover.
– Remove screw 1. Take off radiator cap 2.
– Completely drain the coolant.
– Mount and tighten screw 1 with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Drain plug, water pump cover M10x1 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
101746-10

– Remove screw 1. Take off radiator cap 2.
– Completely drain the coolant.
– Mount and tighten screw 1 with a new seal ring.
Guideline
Drain plug, water pump cover M10x1 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
101747-10
15.8 Refilling with coolant x

Warning

– Make sure that screw 1 is tightened.
B00071-10

– Make sure that screw 1 is tightened.
B00072-10
– Position the motorcycle upright.

– Fill the radiator completely with coolant.
Coolant 1.2 l (1.3 qt.) Coolant ( p. 124)
Coolant (mixed ready to use)
( p. 124)
– Mount radiator cap 2.
– Run the engine until it is warm.
101713-10 – Check the coolant level. ( p. 82)
16 TUNING THE ENGINE 85
16.1 Checking the play in the throttle cable

– Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the throttle grip back-
wards and forwards to ascertain the play in the throttle cable.
Play in throttle cable 2… 3 mm (0.08… 0.12 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the play in the throttle cable. x( p. 85)
Danger
400192-10 Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result
in unconsciousness and/or death.
– When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
– Start the engine and let it run idle. Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire
steering range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
– Adjust the play in the throttle cable. x( p. 85)
16.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable x

Main work
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
– Push back sleeve 1.
– Ensure that the throttle cable sleeve is pushed all the way into barrel adjuster 2.
– Loosen nut 3.
101720-10
– Turn adjusting screw 2 in such a way there is throttle cable play A in the throttle
grip.
Guideline
Play in throttle cable 2… 3 mm (0.08… 0.12 in)
– Tighten nut 3.
– Slide on sleeve 1.
400192-11
Finishing work
– Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
16.3 Carburetor - idle

The idle setting of the carburetor has a big influence on the starting behavior, stable
idling and the response to throttle opening. This means that an engine with a correctly
set idle speed is easier to start than if the idle is set wrongly.
Info
The carburetor and its components are subject to increased wear caused by
engine vibration. Wear can result in malfunctioning.
The factory setting for the carburetor is set for the following values.
(125/150 SX)
B00048-11
Elevation above sea level 500 m (1,640 ft)
Ambient temperature 20 °C (68 °F)
Super unleaded gasoline (98 octane), mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:40)
( p. 126)
(150 XC USA)
( p. 125)
( p. 125)
The idle speed is adjusted with adjusting screw 1.
The idle mixture is adjusted with the idle air adjusting screw 2.
Idle air range A
Operation with the throttle slide closed. This range is influenced by adjusting screw 1
and the idle air adjusting screw 2.
Transition range B
Behavior of the engine when the throttle slide is being opened. This range is influenced
by the idling jet and by the form of the throttle slide.
If the engine sputters and smokes heavily when it starts despite a good idle and part-
load setting, and if it abruptly reaches full power at a high rpm, the carburetor setting
is too rich, or the float level is too high or the float needle valve is leaky.
500282-01 Part-load range C
Operation with the throttle slide partially open. This range is influenced by the jet
needle (form and position). The idle setting influences the engine tuning in the lower
range, and the main jet influences the engine tuning in the upper range.
If the engine stutters when accelerating with a partially open throttle slide, the jet nee-
dle must be lowered by one notch. If the engine knocks when accelerating at the full
power rpm range, the jet needle must be raised. If the above events occur on idle or
just above it, the idle system must be set to a leaner setting if the engine is stuttering
or to a richer setting if the engine is knocking.
Full-load range D
Operation with the throttle slide open (full throttle). This range is influenced by the
main jet and jet needle.
If the insulator of a new spark plug is very light-colored or white after a brief ride at full
throttle, or if the engine knocks, a larger main jet needs to be used. If the insulator is
dark brown or sooty, a smaller main jet needs to be used.
16.4 Carburetor - adjusting the idle speed x

– Screw in idle air adjusting screw 2 all the way and turn it to the specified basic
position.
Guideline
Idle air adjusting screw (125 SX EU, 125 SX USA)
Open 1.5 turns
Open 2 turns
Idle air adjusting screw (150 XC USA)
B00048-11
Open 1.5 turns
Open 2 turns
Idle air adjusting screw (250 XC EU/USA)
Open 1.5 turns
Idle air adjusting screw (300 XC EU/USA)
Open 2 turns
– Run the engine until warm.
Guideline
Warm-up time ≥ 5 min
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhaling them may result
– Adjust the idle speed with adjusting screw 1.

Guideline
Choke function deactivated – The choke lever is pushed in to the stop. ( p. 15)
Idle speed 1,400… 1,500 rpm
– Turn idle air adjusting screw 2 slowly in a clockwise direction until the idle speed
begins to fall.
– Note the position and turn the idle air adjusting screw slowly counterclockwise until
the idle speed falls again.
– Adjust to the point between these two positions with the highest idle speed.
Info
If there is a large engine speed rise, reduce the idle speed to a normal level
and repeat the above steps.
If the procedure described here does not lead to satisfactory results, the
cause may be a wrongly dimensioned idling jet.
If you can turn the idle air adjusting screw to the end without any change of
engine speed, you need to install a smaller idling jet.
After changing the idling jet, repeat the adjusting steps from the beginning.
Following extreme air temperature or altitude changes, adjust the idle speed
again.
16.5 Emptying the carburetor float chamber x

Danger
Warning
Warning
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
Water in the float chamber results in malfunctioning.
Preparatory work
(All SX models)
Fuel no longer flows from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
(All XC models)
Fuel no longer flows from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
Main work
– Place a cloth beneath the carburetor to soak up emerging fuel.
– Remove plug 1.
– Completely drain the fuel.
– Mount and tighten the plug.
101714-10
16.6 Plug-in connection, ignition timing map

Plug-in connection 1 is located in front of the fuel tank on the left side of the frame.
Possible states
• Soft – The plug-in connection is disconnected to achieve better rideability.
• Performance – The plug-in connection is connected to achieve higher
performance.
101715-10
16.7 Changing the ignition curve

Change the ignition curve from Performance to Soft.
– Disconnect plug-in connection 1. (Figure 101715-10 p. 88)
Soft – better rideability
Change the ignition curve from Soft to Performance.
– Connect plug-in connection 1. (Figure 101715-10 p. 88)
Performance – better performance
16.8 Checking the basic position of the shift lever

– Sit on the vehicle in the riding position and determine the distance A between the
upper edge of your boot and the shift lever.
Distance between shift lever and upper 10… 20 mm (0.39… 0.79 in)
edge of boot
» If the distance does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the basic position of the shift lever. x( p. 88)
400692-10
16.9 Adjusting the basic position of the shift lever x

– Remove screw 1 and take off shift lever 2.
B00065-10
– Clean gear teeth A of the shift lever and shift shaft.

– Mount the shift lever on the shift shaft in the required position and engage the
gearing.
Info
The shift lever must not come into contact with any other vehicle compo-
nents during the shift procedure.
B00066-10
– Mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline
Screw, shift lever M6 14 Nm Loctite® 243™
(10.3 lbf ft)
16.10 Engine characteristic - auxiliary spring (All 250/300 models)

The auxiliary spring is located on the right side of the engine below the water pump
cover.
Possible states
• Auxiliary spring with yellow marking – Auxiliary spring mounted at the factory with
medium tuning (standard) for good rideability.
• Auxiliary spring with green marking – Auxiliary spring contained in the separate
enclosure for softer performance.
• Auxiliary spring with red marking – Auxiliary spring contained in the separate
enclosure for more aggressive performance.
B00056-10 The engine characteristic can be influenced by different spring strengths of the auxil-
iary spring 1.
16.11 Engine characteristic - setting the auxiliary spring x (All 250/300 models)
Warning
Preparatory work
– Tilt the motorcycle approx. 45º to the left and secure it to prevent it from falling.
Main work
B00057-10
– Take cap 2, adjusting spring 3, auxiliary spring 4, and spring insert 5 out of the
clutch cover.
– Pull both springs off of the spring insert.
B00056-11
– Mount the required auxiliary spring 4 and adjusting spring 3 and slide them into
the clutch cover together.
Auxiliary spring with yellow marking (54637072300)
Auxiliary spring with green marking (54837072100)
Auxiliary spring with red marking (54837072000)
The recess in spring insert 5 engages in the angle lever.
Info
B00058-10 Screw 6 must not be turned as this would worsen the engine characteristic.
– Check the O-ring in the cap.

– Position the cap.
– Mount and tighten the screws.
Guideline
Screw, exhaust control cover M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
17 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 91
17.1 Checking the gear oil level
Info
The gear oil level must be checked while the engine is cold.
Preparatory work
Main work
– Remove the screw 1 from the opening used to check the gear oil level.
– Check the gear oil level.
A small quantity of gear oil should flow out of the opening.
» If gear oil does not flow out:
– Add gear oil. x( p. 93)
– Mount and tighten the screw in the opening used to check the gear oil level.
101716-10
Guideline
Screw, gear oil level check M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
– Check the gear oil level.
A small quantity of gear oil should flow out of the opening.
» If gear oil does not flow out:
– Add gear oil. x( p. 93)
B00050-10 Guideline
(7.4 lbf ft)
17.2 Changing the gear oil x

– Drain the gear oil. x( p. 92)
400721-01
– Refill with gear oil. x( p. 92)
400722-01
17.3 Draining the gear oil x

Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
– Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Info
Only drain the gear oil while the engine is warm.
Preparatory work
– Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
– Place a suitable container under the engine.
Main work
– Remove the gear oil drain plug with magnet 1.
– Remove gear oil drain plug 2.
– Completely drain the gear oil.
– Clean the gear oil drain plug thoroughly.
– Clean the sealing area on the engine.
– Mount the gear oil drain plug with magnet 1 and the seal ring and tighten.
Guideline
Gear oil drain plug with magnet M12x1.5 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
– Mount gear oil drain plug 2 with the seal ring and tighten.
Guideline
Gear oil drain plug M10x1 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
101717-10

– Remove the gear oil drain plug with magnet 1.
– Completely drain the gear oil.
– Clean the gear oil drain plug with the magnet thoroughly.
– Clean the sealing area on the engine.
– Mount the gear oil drain plug with magnet 1 and the seal ring and tighten.
Guideline
Gear oil drain plug with magnet M12x1.5 20 Nm
101718-10 (14.8 lbf ft)
17.4 Refilling with gear oil x

Info
Too little gear oil or poor-quality oil results in premature wear of the transmission.
Main work
– Remove screw cap 1 and fill up gear oil.
Gear oil (All 0.70 l (0.74 qt.) Engine oil (15W/50) ( p. 124)
125/150 models)
Gear oil (All 0.80 l (0.85 qt.) Engine oil (15W/50) ( p. 124)
250/300 models)
– Mount and tighten the screw cap.
101719-10 Danger
– Start the engine and check that it is oil-tight.

Finishing work
– Check the gear oil level. ( p. 91)
17.5 Adding gear oil x

Info
Too little gear oil or poor-quality gear oil results in premature wear of the transmission.
The gear oil must be added while the engine is cold.
Preparatory work
– Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
Main work
101716-10

B00050-10
– Remove screw cap 2.

– Add gear oil until it emerges from the opening used to check the gear oil level.
Engine oil (15W/50) ( p. 124)
Guideline
(7.4 lbf ft)
101719-11
(7.4 lbf ft)
– Mount and tighten screw cap 2.

Finishing work
Danger
– Start the engine and check that it is oil-tight.

18 CLEANING, CARE 95
18.1 Cleaning the motorcycle
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment.
– When cleaning the vehicle with a pressure cleaner, do not point the water jet directly onto electrical components, connectors,
cables, bearings, etc. Maintain a minimum distance of 60 cm between the nozzle of the pressure cleaner and the component.
Excessive pressure can cause malfunctions or destroy these parts.
Warning
Info
If you clean the motorcycle regularly, its value and appearance will be maintained over a long period.
Avoid direct sunlight on the motorcycle during cleaning.
– Close off the exhaust system to prevent water from entering.

– Remove coarse dirt particles by spraying gently with water.
– Spray very dirty areas with a normal motorcycle cleaner and then clean with a soft
brush.
Motorcycle cleaner ( p. 127)
Info
Use warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner and a soft sponge.
401061-01 Never apply motorcycle cleaner to the dry vehicle; always rinse with water
first.
– After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle water spray, allow it to dry thoroughly.
– Empty the carburetor float chamber. x( p. 87)
– Remove the plug from the exhaust system.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to a wet or dirty brake
system.
– Clean or dry a dirty or wet brake system by riding and braking gently.
– After cleaning, take a short ride until the engine reaches operating temperature.
Info
The heat produced causes water at inaccessible locations in the engine and
brake system to evaporate.
– Push back the protection caps on the handlebar controls to allow water that may
have penetrated there to evaporate.
– After the motorcycle has cooled off, lubricate all moving parts and bearings.
– Clean the chain. ( p. 55)
– Treat bare metal parts (except for brake discs and exhaust system) with
anti-corrosion materials.
Cleaning and preserving materials for metal, rubber and plastic ( p. 127)
– Treat all plastic parts and powder-coated parts with a mild cleaning and care prod-
uct.
Cleaning and preserving materials for metal, rubber and plastic ( p. 127)
19 STORAGE 96
19.1 Storage
Warning
Info
If you want to put the motorcycle into storage for a longer period, take the following actions.
Before storing the motorcycle, check all parts for function and wear. If service, repairs or replacements are necessary, you
should do this during the storage period (less workshop overload). In this way, you can avoid long workshop waiting times at the
start of the new season.
– Clean the motorcycle. ( p. 95)

– Change the gear oil. x( p. 91)
– Check the antifreeze and coolant level. ( p. 81)
– When refueling for the last time before taking the motorcycle out of service, add
fuel additive.
Fuel additive ( p. 127)
– Drain the fuel from the fuel tank into a suitable container.
401058-01 – Empty the carburetor float chamber. x( p. 87)
– Check the tire air pressure. ( p. 76)
– Store the vehicle in a dry location that is not subject to large fluctuations in tem-
perature.
Info
KTM recommends lifting the motorcycle.

– Cover the vehicle with a tarp or cover that is permeable to air.
Info
Do not use non-porous materials since they prevent humidity from escaping,
thus causing corrosion.
Avoid running the engine for a short time only. Because the engine will not
warm up sufficiently, the water vapor produced during combustion will con-
dense, causing engine parts and the exhaust system to rust.
19.2 Preparing for use after storage

– Refuel. ( p. 26)
– Perform checks and maintenance work when preparing the vehicle for use.
( p. 23)
– Make a test ride.
401059-01
20 TROUBLESHOOTING 97
Faults Possible cause Action

The engine cannot be cranked (elec- Operating error – Go through the steps of starting the engine.
tric starter) ( p. 23)
(250/300 XC) Battery discharged – Recharge the battery. x( p. 77)
– Check the charging voltage.x
– Check the closed current. x
– Check the alternator. x
Main fuse is blown – Remove the main fuse.
– Install the main fuse.
Starter relay faulty – Check the starter relay.x
Starter motor faulty – Check the starter motor. x
Engine turns but does not start Operating error – Go through the steps of starting the engine.
( p. 23)
Motorcycle was out of use for a long – Empty the carburetor float chamber. x
time and there is old fuel in the float ( p. 87)
chamber
Fuel feed interrupted – Check the fuel tank breather.
– Clean the fuel tap.
– Check/set the carburetor components.
Spark plug oily or wet – Clean and dry the spark plug, or change it if
necessary.
Electrode distance (plug gap) of spark – Adjust the plug gap.
plug too wide Guideline
Spark plug electrode gap
0.60 mm (0.0236 in)
Spark plug electrode gap
0.60 mm (0.0236 in)
Fault in ignition system – Check the ignition system. x
Kill switch cable in wiring harness – Check the kill switch. x
frayed, kill switch defective
The connector or ignition coil is loose – Clean the connector and treat it with contact
or oxidized spray.
Water in carburetor or jets blocked – Check/set the carburetor components.
Engine has no idle Idling jet blocked – Check/set the carburetor components.
Adjusting screws on carburetor dis- – Carburetor - adjust the idle speed. x
torted ( p. 86)
Spark plug defective – Change the spark plug.
Ignition system defective – Check the ignition coil. x
– Check the spark plug connector. x
Engine does not speed up Carburetor running over because float – Check/set the carburetor components.
needle dirty or worn
Loose carburetor jets – Check/set the carburetor components.
Engine has too little power Fuel feed interrupted – Check the fuel tank breather.
– Clean the fuel tap.
– Check/set the carburetor components.
Air filter very dirty – Clean the air filter and air filter box. x
( p. 51)
Exhaust system leaky, deformed or – Check exhaust system for damage.
too little glass fiber yarn filling in – Change the glass fiber yarn filling of the main
main silencer silencer. x( p. 53)
Diaphragm or reed valve housing – Check the diaphragm and reed valve housing.
damaged
20 TROUBLESHOOTING 98
Faults Possible cause Action

Engine stalls or is popping into the Lack of fuel (All SX models)
carburetor – Turn handle 1 of the fuel tap to the ON
position. (Figure 601185-10 p. 14)
(All XC models)
– Turn handle 1 of the fuel tap to the ON
position. (Figure 601157-11 p. 15)
– Refuel. ( p. 26)
Engine takes in bad air – Check the intake flange and carburetor for
tightness.
The connector or ignition coil is loose – Clean the connector and treat it with contact
or oxidized spray.
Engine overheats Too little coolant in cooling system – Check the cooling system for leakage.
Too little air stream – Switch off engine when stationary.
Radiator fins very dirty – Clean the radiator fins.
Foam formation in cooling system – Drain the coolant. x( p. 82)
– Refill with coolant. x ( p. 83)
Damaged cylinder head or cylinder – Check the cylinder head or cylinder head gas-
head gasket ket.
Bent radiator hose – Change the radiator hose. x
Incorrect ignition point due to loose – Adjust the ignition. x
stator
White smoke emission (steam in Damaged cylinder head or cylinder – Check the cylinder head or cylinder head gas-
exhaust gas) head gasket ket.
Gear oil exits at the vent hose Too much gear oil added – Check the gear oil level. ( p. 91)
Water in the gear oil Damaged shaft seal ring or water – Check the shaft seal ring and water pump.
pump
21 TECHNICAL DATA 99
21.1 Engine
21.1.1 125 SX EU, 125 SX USA
Design 1-cylinder 2-stroke engine, water-cooled, with reed intake and
exhaust control
Displacement 124.8 cm³ (7.616 cu in)
Stroke 54.5 mm (2.146 in)
Bore 54 mm (2.13 in)
Crankshaft bearing 1 grooved ball bearing/1 roller bearing
Conrod bearing Needle bearing
Piston pin bearing Needle bearing
Pistons Aluminum cast
Piston rings 2 half keystone rings
X (upper edge of piston to upper edge of cylinder) 0… 0.10 mm (0… 0.0039 in)
Z (height of control flap) 43.7 mm (1.72 in)
Primary transmission 23:73
Clutch Multidisc clutch in oil bath/hydraulically activated
Gearbox 6-gear, claw shifted
Transmission ratio
1st gear 13:32
2nd gear 15:30
3rd gear 17:28
4th gear 20:28
5th gear 19:23
6th gear 22:24
Ignition Contactless controlled fully electronic ignition with digital igni-
tion adjustment, type Kokusan
Ignition point (BTDC) 1.4 mm (0.055 in)
Spark plug NGK BR9 ECMVX
Spark plug electrode gap 0.60 mm (0.0236 in)
Starting aid Kick starter
21.1.2 150 SX EU, 150 SX USA

exhaust control
Bore 56 mm (2.2 in)
Transmission ratio
1st gear 13:32
2nd gear 15:30
3rd gear 17:28
4th gear 20:28
5th gear 19:23

6th gear 22:24
21.1.3 250 SX EU, 250 SX USA

exhaust control
Displacement 249 cm³ (15.19 cu in)
Stroke 72 mm (2.83 in)
Bore 66.4 mm (2.614 in)
Exhaust valve - Beginning of adjustment 5,600 rpm
Exhaust valve - end of adjustment with red auxiliary spring 7,200 rpm
Exhaust valve - end of adjustment with yellow auxiliary spring 7,900 rpm
Exhaust valve - end of adjustment with green auxiliary spring 8,400 rpm
Z (height of control flap) 48 mm (1.89 in)
Transmission ratio
1st gear 14:28
2nd gear 15:24
3rd gear 18:24
4th gear 21:24
5th gear 22:21
Spark plug NGK BR 8 ECM
21.1.4 150 XC USA

exhaust control
Bore 56 mm (2.2 in)
Transmission ratio
1st gear 13:32
2nd gear 15:30
3rd gear 17:28
4th gear 19:26
5th gear 21:25
6th gear 22:23
21.1.5 250 XC EU/USA

exhaust control
Bore 66.4 mm (2.614 in)
Z (height of control flap) 48 mm (1.89 in)
Transmission ratio
1st gear 15:31
2nd gear 16:25
3rd gear 20:25
4th gear 22:23
5th gear 25:22
6th gear 26:20
Spark plug NGK BR 7 ES
Starting aid Kick starter and electric starter
21.1.6 300 XC EU/USA

exhaust control
Bore 72 mm (2.83 in)
Piston rings 2 rectangular rings
Transmission ratio
1st gear 15:31
2nd gear 16:25
3rd gear 20:25
4th gear 22:23
5th gear 25:22
6th gear 26:20
Spark plug NGK BR 7 ES
Starting aid Kick starter and electric starter
21.2 Engine tightening torques

21.2.1 All 125/150 models
Screw, membrane M4 2 Nm (1.5 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Locking screw for bearing M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, alternator cover M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) –
Screw, centrifugal timer M5 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, exhaust control cover M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) –
Screw, exhaust flange M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, ignition system/stator M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 222
Screw, lock washer, axle for control M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
flap
Screw, locking lever M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, water pump wheel M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Adjustment cable, exhaust control M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Bleeder screw, cylinder head M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, clutch cover M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, clutch slave cylinder M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, clutch spring M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –

Screw, engine case M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, exhaust control M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, gear oil level check M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, intake flange/reed valve housing M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, kick starter stop plate M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, shift lever M6 14 Nm (10.3 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, shifting gate M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, water pump cover M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, cylinder head M7 18 Nm (13.3 lbf ft) –
Axle for control flap, exhaust control M8 Step 1 –
3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft)
Step 2 (loosen, counter-
clockwise)
1/4 turn
Nut, cylinder base M8 30 Nm (22.1 lbf ft) –
Screw, kick starter M8 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, shift drum locating M8 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Stud, cylinder base M8 35 Nm (25.8 lbf ft) –
Drain plug, water pump cover M10x1 15 Nm (11.1 lbf ft) –
Gear oil drain plug M10x1 15 Nm (11.1 lbf ft) –
Nut, rotor M12x1 60 Nm (44.3 lbf ft) –
Gear oil drain plug with magnet M12x1.5 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) –
Spark plug M14x1.25 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) –
Nut, primary gear M16LHx1.5 130 Nm (95.9 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Nut, inner clutch hub M18x1.5 130 Nm (95.9 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Cap nut, exhaust control M26x1 35 Nm (25.8 lbf ft) –
21.2.2 250 SX EU, 250 SX USA

Screw ,stator M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, angle lever, exhaust control M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, ignition pulse generator M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, retaining bracket of exhaust M5 7 Nm (5.2 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
control
Screw, bearing retainer M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, control flap, exhaust control M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, engine case M6x40 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, kick starter spring M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, slave cylinder of the clutch M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –

Screw, water pump cover M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Nut, inner clutch hub M18x1.5 120 Nm (88.5 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
21.2.3 250/300 XC
Screw, angle lever, exhaust control M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, ignition pulse generator M5 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, retaining bracket of exhaust M5 7 Nm (5.2 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
control
Screw, bearing retainer M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, control flap, exhaust control M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, kick starter spring M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, slave cylinder of the clutch M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, starter motor M6 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) –
Screw, stator M6 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, water pump cover M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Nut, inner clutch hub M18x1.5 120 Nm (88.5 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
21.3 Carburetor
21.3.1 125 SX EU, 125 SX USA
Carburetor type KEIHIN PWK 38S AG
Carburetor identification number AQ7_0
Needle position 3rd position from top
Jet needle NOZI (NOZH, NOZJ)
Main jet 182 (180, 185)
Idling jet 42 (40, 45)
Starting jet 85
Idle air adjusting screw
Open 1.5 turns
Throttle slide 7 with cut-out
21.3.2 Carburetor - basic setting for sandy surfaces (125 SX EU, 125 SX USA)
Open 1.5 turns
Idling jet 45
Jet needle NOZH
Needle position 4th position from top
Main jet 208
Info
If the engine is not running smoothly, use a smaller main jet.
21.3.3 Carburetor tuning (125 SX EU, 125 SX USA)
400709-01
M/FT ASL Sea level

TEMP Temperature
ASO Idle air adjusting screw open
IJ Idling jet
NDL Needle
POS Needle position from above
MJ Main jet
1... 5 Needle position from above

The carburetor tuning depends on the defined ambient and operating conditions.
0
1
0
2 Info
30 Not for sandy surfaces
4
0
5
0
B00075-10
21.3.4 150 SX EU, 150 SX USA

Carburetor identification number BC0_0
Needle position 2nd position from top
Main jet 182 (180, 185)
Idling jet 40 (42)
Starting jet 85
Open 2 turns
Throttle slide 6.5 with cut-out
Open 1.5 turns
Idling jet 45
Jet needle NOZH
Main jet 208
Info
401037-01
M/FT ASL Sea level

TEMP Temperature
IJ Idling jet
NDL Needle
MJ Main jet

0
1
0
2 Info
4
0
5
0
B00075-10
21.3.7 250 SX EU, 250 SX USA

Carburetor identification number FK0181
Jet needle N1EI (N1EH, N1EJ)
Main jet 158 (155, 160)
Idling jet 42 (40)
Starting jet 85
Open 2 turns
Throttle slide 6.5 with cut-out
Open 1.5 turns
Idling jet 45
Jet needle N1EG
Main jet 175
Info
401038-01
M/FT ASL Sea level

TEMP Temperature
IJ Idling jet
NDL Needle
MJ Main jet

0
1
0
2 Info
4
0
5
0
B00075-10
21.3.10 150 XC USA

Main jet 170 (168, 172)
Idling jet 42 (40, 45)
Starting jet 85
Open 1.5 turns
21.3.11 Carburetor tuning (150 XC USA)
401039-01
M/FT ASL Sea level

TEMP Temperature
IJ Idling jet
NDL Needle
MJ Main jet

0
1
0
2 Info
4
0
5
0
B00075-10
21.3.12 250 XC EU/USA

Jet needle N8RW (N8RH)
Main jet 168 (170)
Idling jet 35
Starting jet 85
Open 1.5 turns
21.3.13 Carburetor tuning (250 XC EU/USA)
401040-01
M/FT ASL Sea level

TEMP Temperature
IJ Idling jet
NDL Needle
MJ Main jet

0
1
0
2 Info
4
0
5
0
B00075-10
21.3.14 300 XC EU/USA

Jet needle N2ZK (N2ZJ, N2ZL)
Main jet 165 (162)
Idling jet 35
Starting jet 85
Open 2 turns
21.3.15 Carburetor tuning (300 XC EU/USA) x
401044-01
M/FT ASL Sea level

TEMP Temperature
IJ Idling jet
NDL Needle
MJ Main jet

0
1
0
2 Info
4
0
5
0
B00075-10
21.4 Capacities
21.4.1 Gear oil
Gear oil (All 125/150 models) 0.70 l (0.74 qt.) Engine oil (15W/50) ( p. 124)
Gear oil (All 250/300 models) 0.80 l (0.85 qt.) Engine oil (15W/50) ( p. 124)
21.4.2 coolant
Coolant 1.2 l (1.3 qt.) Coolant ( p. 124)
21.4.3 fuel
Total fuel tank capacity, 7.5 l (1.98 US gal) Super unleaded gasoline (98 octane), mixed with 2-stroke
approx. engine oil (1:40) ( p. 126) (125/150 SX)
Super unleaded gasoline (95 octane), mixed with 2-stroke
engine oil (1:60) ( p. 125) (250 SX EU, 250 SX USA)
Total fuel tank capacity, 10 l (2.6 US gal) Super unleaded gasoline (95 octane), mixed with 2-stroke
approx. engine oil (1:40) ( p. 125) (150 XC USA)
Super unleaded gasoline (95 octane), mixed with 2-stroke
engine oil (1:60) ( p. 125) (250/300 XC)
Fuel reserve approx. (All XC models) 2 l (2 qt.)
21.5 Chassis
Frame Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing
Fork WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA CC
Suspension travel
Front 300 mm (11.81 in)
Suspension travel (125 SX EU, 150 SX EU, 250 SX EU)
Rear 330 mm (12.99 in)
Suspension travel (All XC models, 125 SX USA, 150 SX USA, 250 SX USA)
Rear 317 mm (12.48 in)
Fork offset 22 mm (0.87 in)
Shock absorber WP Suspension 5018 BAVP DCC
Brake system Disc brakes, brake calipers on floating bearings
Brake discs - diameter
Front 260 mm (10.24 in)
Rear 220 mm (8.66 in)
Brake discs - wear limit
Front 2.5 mm (0.098 in)
Rear 3.5 mm (0.138 in)
Tire air pressure off road

Front 1.0 bar (15 psi)
Rear 1.0 bar (15 psi)
Secondary ratio (125 SX EU, 125 SX USA, 150 XC USA) 13:50
Secondary ratio (250/300 XC, 150 SX EU, 150 SX USA) 14:50
Secondary ratio (250 SX EU, 250 SX USA) 13:48
Chain 5/8 x 1/4"
Rear sprockets available 38, 40, 42, 45, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52
Steering head angle 63.5°
Wheelbase (All 125/150 models) 1,480±10 mm (58.27±0.39 in)
Wheelbase (All 250/300 models) 1,495±10 mm (58.86±0.39 in)
Seat height unloaded 992 mm (39.06 in)
Ground clearance unloaded (All 125/150 models, 395 mm (15.55 in)
250 XC EU/USA)
Ground clearance unloaded (250 SX EU, 250 SX USA, 385 mm (15.16 in)
300 XC EU/USA)
Weight without fuel, approx. (125/150 SX) 90.8 kg (200.2 lb.)
Weight without fuel, approx. (150 XC USA) 94.2 kg (207.7 lb.)
Weight without fuel, approx. (250 SX EU, 250 SX USA) 96.8 kg (213.4 lb.)
Weight without fuel, approx. (250/300 XC) 104 kg (229 lb.)
Maximum permissible front axle load 145 kg (320 lb.)
Maximum permissible rear axle load 190 kg (419 lb.)
Maximum permissible overall weight 335 kg (739 lb.)
21.6 Electrical system

Battery YTX4L-BS Battery voltage: 12 V
Nominal capacity: 3 Ah
Maintenance-free
21.7 Tires
Validity Front tires Rear tires
(125 SX EU, 150 SX EU) 80/100 - 21 51M TT 100/90 - 19 57M TT
Pirelli SCORPION MX Midsoft 32 Pirelli SCORPION MX Midsoft 32
(125 SX USA, 150 SX USA) 80/100 - 21 51M TT 100/90 - 19 57M TT
Dunlop GEOMAX MX51F Dunlop GEOMAX MX51
(250 SX EU) 80/100 - 21 51M TT 110/90 - 19 62M TT
Pirelli SCORPION MX Midsoft 32 Pirelli SCORPION MX Midsoft 32
(250 SX USA) 80/100 - 21 51M TT 110/90 - 19 62M TT
(150 XC USA) 80/100 - 21 51M TT 100/100 - 18 59M TT
(250/300 XC) 80/100 - 21 51M TT 110/100 - 18 64M TT
Additional information is available in the Service section under:
http://www.ktm.com
21.8 Fork
21.8.1 125 SX EU, 150 SX EU
Fork part number 14.18.7M.01
Compression damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Spring length with preload spacer(s) 497 mm (19.57 in)
Spring rate
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143… 165 lb.) 4.0 N/mm (22.8 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75… 85 kg (165… 187 lb.) 4.2 N/mm (24 lb/in)
Gas pressure 1.2 bar (17 psi)
Fork length 940 mm (37.01 in)
Oil capacity per cartridge 195 ml (6.59 fl. oz.) Fork oil (SAE 4) (48601166S1) ( p. 124)
Oil capacity fork leg without 360 ml (12.17 fl. oz.) Fork oil (SAE 4) (48601166S1) ( p. 124)
cartridge
21.8.2 125 SX USA, 150 SX USA

Compression damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Spring rate
cartridge
21.8.3 250 SX EU
Compression damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Spring rate
cartridge
21.8.4 250 SX USA

Compression damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Spring rate
cartridge
21.8.5 150 XC USA

Compression damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Spring rate
cartridge
21.8.6 250/300 XC
Compression damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Rebound damping
Comfort 14 clicks
Standard 12 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Spring rate
cartridge
21.9 Shock absorber

21.9.1 125 SX EU, 150 SX EU
Shock absorber part number 18.18.7M.01
Compression damping, low-speed
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Compression damping, high-speed
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Rebound damping
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Spring preload 9 mm (0.35 in)
Spring rate
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143… 165 lb.) 45 N/mm (257 lb/in)

Spring length 260 mm (10.24 in)
Gas pressure 10 bar (145 psi)
Static sag 30 mm (1.18 in)
Riding sag 90 mm (3.54 in)
Fitted length 490 mm (19.29 in)
Shock absorber oil ( p. 125) SAE 2.5
21.9.2 125 SX USA, 150 SX USA

Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Rebound damping
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Spring rate
21.9.3 250 SX EU
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Rebound damping
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Spring rate
21.9.4 250 SX USA

Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Rebound damping
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Spring rate
21.9.5 150 XC USA

Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Rebound damping
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Spring rate
21.9.6 250/300 XC
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Rebound damping
Comfort 17 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 13 clicks
Spring rate
21.10 Chassis tightening torques

Spoke nipple, front wheel M4.5 5… 6 Nm (3.7… 4.4 lbf ft) –
Spoke nipple, rear wheel M4.5 5… 6 Nm (3.7… 4.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, battery terminal M5 2.5 Nm (1.84 lbf ft) –
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft) –
Nut, starter motor (250/300 XC) M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Remaining nuts, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, ball joint of push rod on foot M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
brake cylinder
Screw, chain sliding guard M6 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, front brake disc M6 14 Nm (10.3 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, rear brake disc M6 14 Nm (10.3 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™

Screw, throttle grip M6 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft) –
Nut, foot brake lever stop M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) –
Nut, rear sprocket screw M8 35 Nm (25.8 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
Nut, rim lock M8 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft) –
Screw, bottom triple clamp M8 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft) –
Screw, chain sliding piece M8 15 Nm (11.1 lbf ft) –
Screw, engine brace M8 33 Nm (24.3 lbf ft) –
Screw, fork stub M8 15 Nm (11.1 lbf ft) –
Screw, front brake caliper M8 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, handlebar clamp M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) –
Screw, side stand attachment M8 45 Nm (33.2 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
Screw, subframe M8 35 Nm (25.8 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
Screw, top steering stem M8 17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, top triple clamp M8 17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft) –
Engine bracket screw M10 60 Nm (44.3 lbf ft) –
Screw, bottom shock absorber M10 60 Nm (44.3 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
Screw, handlebar support M10 40 Nm (29.5 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, top shock absorber M10 60 Nm (44.3 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
Nut, seat fixing M12x1 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft) –
Nut, frame to linkage lever M14x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft) Loctite® 2701
Nut, linkage lever on swingarm M14x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft) –
Nut, linkage lever to angle lever M14x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft) –
Nut, swingarm pivot M16x1.5 100 Nm (73.8 lbf ft) –
Screw, top steering head M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft) –
Screw-in nozzles, cooling system M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft) Loctite® 243™
Screw, front wheel spindle M24x1.5 45 Nm (33.2 lbf ft) –
Nut, rear wheel spindle M25x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft) –
22 SUBSTANCES 124
2-stroke engine oil

According to
– JASO FC ( p. 129)
Guideline
– Only use high quality 2-stroke engine oil of a well-known brand. KTM recommends Motorex® products.
Fully synthetic
Supplier
Motorex®
– Cross Power 2T
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1

According to
– DOT
Guideline
– Use only brake fluid that complies with the specified standard (see specifications on the container) and that possesses the corre-
sponding properties. KTM recommends Castrol and Motorex® products.
Supplier
Castrol
– RESPONSE BRAKE FLUID SUPER DOT 4
Motorex®
– Brake Fluid DOT 5.1
Coolant
Guideline
– Use only suitable coolant (also in countries with high temperatures). Use of low-quality antifreeze can lead to corrosion and foam-
ing. KTM recommends Motorex® products.
Mixture ratio
Antifreeze protection: −25… −45 °C (−13… 50 % corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze
−49 °F) 50 % distilled water
Coolant (mixed ready to use)

Antifreeze −40 °C (−40 °F)
Supplier
Motorex®
– COOLANT G48
Engine oil (15W/50)

According to
– JASO T903 MA ( p. 129)
– SAE ( p. 129) (15W/50)
Guideline
– Use only engine oils that comply with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possess the corre-
sponding properties. KTM recommends Motorex® products.
Supplier
Motorex®
– Top Speed 4T
Fork oil (SAE 4) (48601166S1)

According to
– SAE ( p. 129) (SAE 4)
Guideline
– Use only oils that comply with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possess the corresponding
properties.
22 SUBSTANCES 125
Hydraulic fluid (15)

According to
– ISO VG (15)
Guideline
– Use only hydraulic oil that complies with the specified standard (see specifications on the container) and that possesses the corre-
sponding properties. KTM recommends Motorex® products.
Supplier
Motorex®
– Hydraulic Fluid 75
Shock absorber oil (SAE 2.5) (50180342S1)

According to
– SAE ( p. 129) (SAE 2.5)
Guideline
– Use only oils that comply with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possess the corresponding
properties.
Super unleaded (ROZ 98 / RON 98 / PON 94)

According to
– DIN EN 228 (ROZ 98 / RON 98 / PON 94)
Super unleaded (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91)

According to
– DIN EN 228 (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91)
Guideline
– Only use unleaded super fuel that matches or is equivalent to the specified fuel grade.
– Fuel with an ethanol content of up to 10 % (E10 fuel) is safe to use.
Info
Do not use fuel containing methanol (e. g. M15, M85, M100) or more than 10 % ethanol (e. g. E15, E25, E85, E100).
According to
– DIN EN 228
– JASO FC ( p. 129) (1:60)
Mixture ratio
1:60 2-stroke engine oil ( p. 124)
Super unleaded (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91) ( p. 125)
Supplier
Motorex®
– Cross Power 2T
According to
– DIN EN 228
– JASO FC ( p. 129) (1:40)
Mixture ratio
Super unleaded (ROZ 95/RON 95/PON 91) ( p. 125)
Supplier
Motorex®
– Cross Power 2T
22 SUBSTANCES 126
According to
– DIN EN 228
– JASO FC ( p. 129) (1:40)
Mixture ratio
Super unleaded (ROZ 98 / RON 98 / PON 94) ( p. 125)
Supplier
Motorex®
– Cross Power 2T
23 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES 127
Air filter cleaner

Guideline
– KTM recommends Motorex® products.
Supplier
Motorex®
– Twin Air Dirt Bio Remover
Chain cleaner
Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Chain Clean
Cleaning and preserving materials for metal, rubber and plastic

Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Protect & Shine
Fuel additive
Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Fuel Stabilizer
High viscosity grease

Guideline
– KTM recommends SKF® products.
Supplier
SKF®
– LGHB 2
Long-life grease
Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Bike Grease 2000
Motorcycle cleaner
Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Moto Clean 900
Off-road chain spray

Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Chainlube Offroad
23 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES 128
Oil for foam air filter

Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Twin Air Liquid Bio Power
Rubber grip adhesive (00062030051)

Supplier
– GRIP GLUE
Universal oil spray

Guideline
Supplier
Motorex®
– Joker 440 Synthetic
24 STANDARDS 129
JASO FC
JASO FC is a classification for a 2-stroke engine oil that was specifically developed for the extreme demands of racing. Thanks to first
rate synthetic esters and specially designed additives, superb combustion is achieved even under extreme operating conditions.
JASO T903 MA
Different technical development directions required a new specification for 4-stroke motorcycles – the JASO T903 MA Standard. Ear-
lier, engine oils from the automobile industry were used for 4-stroke motorcycles because there was no separate motorcycle specifi-
cation. Whereas long service intervals are demanded for automobile engines, high performance at high engine speeds are in the fore-
ground for motorcycle engines. In most motorcycles, the gearbox and the clutch are lubricated with the same oil as the engine. The
JASO MA Standard meets these special requirements.
SAE
The SAE viscosity classes were defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers and are used for classifying oils according to their vis-
cosity. The viscosity describes only one property of oil and says nothing about quality.
INDEX 130
Clutch
INDEX
A fluid level, checking/correcting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 fluid, changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Air filter Clutch lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 basic position, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Compression damping
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 fork, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Air filter box Compression damping, high-speed
cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 shock absorber, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Air filter box lid shock absorber, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Coolant
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
refilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Antifreeze
Coolant level
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81-82
Auxiliary substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
B Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Basic chassis setting D
checking with rider's weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Difficult operating conditions
Battery dry sand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 high temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 low temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 muddy surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Brake discs riding at low speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Brake fluid wet sand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
front brake, adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 wet surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
rear brake, adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Difficult riding conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Brake fluid level E
front brake, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Electric starter button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
rear brake, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Engine
Brake linings running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
front brake, changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Engine characteristic
front brake, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
auxiliary spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
rear brake, changing .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
auxiliary spring, setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
rear brake, checking .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
C
Engine sprocket
Capacity checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84, 115
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
gear oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 115
Carburetor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 F
float chamber, emptying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
idle speed, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Filler cap
Chain closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Filling up
Chain guide fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Foot brake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 basic position, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Chain tension free travel, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Fork
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 basic setting, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Chassis number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Fork legs
Choke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 bleeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
dust boots, cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
INDEX 131
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Motorcycle
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Fork part number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 raising with lift stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
removing from lift stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fork protector
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 O
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Operating substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Frame Owner's Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 P
Front fender Plug-in stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Preparing for use
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 advice on first use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Front wheel after storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 checks and maintenance work when preparing for use . . 23
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Protective clothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fuel tank
R
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Radiator cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Fuel tap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Fuse
Rear sprocket
main fuse, changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
G
Rear wheel
Gear oil installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Rebound damping
draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 fork, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
refilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 shock absorber, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Gear oil level Riding sag
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
H Rubber grip
Hand brake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
basic position, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
free travel, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 S
Handlebar position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Seat
I mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Ignition curve
changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Ignition timing map Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
plug-in connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 basic position, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
basic position, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Shock absorber
K
compression damping, general information . . . . . . . . . . 30
Kick starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Kill switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
L riding sag, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
spring preload, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Lower triple clamp
static sag, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Shock absorber part number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Side stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
M
Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Main fuse
Spoke tension
changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Main silencer
Start number plate
glass fiber yarn filling, changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
INDEX 132
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Steering head bearing
greasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Steering head bearing play
adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Swingarm
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
T
Technical data
capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
carburetor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
chassis tightening torques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
engine tightening torques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
fork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
shock absorber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Throttle cable play
adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Throttle cable routing
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Throttle grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tire air pressure
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Tire condition
checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97-98
Type label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
U
Use definition ................................. 6
V
View of vehicle
front left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
rear right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
W
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Work rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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give you enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly.

We wish you a lot of enjoyment in riding this vehicle.

Enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below.

Engine number ( p. 11)

© 2012 KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG, Mattighofen Austria

ISO 9001(12 100 6061)

8.3 Starting off..................................................... 24

1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION ..................................... 5

21.3.11 Carburetor tuning (150 XC USA) ................ 111

1.1 Symbols used

Indicates an unexpected reaction (e.g. of a work step or a function).

Indicates a page reference (more information is provided on the specified page).

1.2 Formats used

Name® Identifies a protected name.

Brand™ Identifies a brand available on the open market.

2.1 Use definition - intended use

2.2 Safety advice

2.3 Degrees of risk and symbols

2.4 Tampering warning

2.5 Safe operation

2.6 Protective clothing

2.7 Work rules

2.9 Owner's Manual

3.1 Guarantee, warranty

3.2 Operating and auxiliary substances

3.3 Spare parts, accessories

3.6 Customer service

A list of authorized KTM dealers can be found on the KTM website.

4.1 View of vehicle, front left (example)

1 Hand brake lever ( p. 12)

4.2 View of vehicle, rear right (example)

5.1 Chassis number

5.2 Type label

5.3 Engine number

5.4 Fork part number

5.5 Shock absorber part number

6.1 Clutch lever

(All 250/300 models)

6.2 Hand brake lever

6.3 Throttle grip

6.4 Kill switch

6.5 Electric starter button (250/300 XC)

6.6 Opening the filler cap

6.7 Closing the filler cap

6.8 Fuel tap (All SX models)

6.9 Fuel tap (All XC models)

6.11 Shift lever

(All 125/150 models, All XC models)

(250 SX EU, 250 SX USA)

6.12 Kick starter

6.13 Foot brake lever

6.14 Plug-in stand (All SX models)

6.15 Side stand (All XC models)

The side stand is used to park the motorcycle.

7.1 Advice on first use

– Run in the engine. ( p. 19)

7.2 Running in the engine

7.3 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions