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1. 197 Fault Description Possible cause Action 12 Immobilizer indicator lamp All ignition keys inactive Activate deactivate the igni flashes 1x short 1 second tion key S 168 pause 2x short 13 Immobilizer indicator lamp Malfunction antenna of immo Check the antenna of the flashes 1x short 1 second bilizer control unit immobilizer control unit 4 pause 3x short 14 Immobilizer indicator lamp Malfunction in transponder of Use spare black ignition flashes 1x short 1 second black ignition key key pause 4x short Order new spare key Activate deactivate the igni tion key S 168 15 Immobilizer indicator lamp Black ignition key inactive Activate deactivate the igni flashes 1x short 1 second tion key S 168 pause 5x short 16 Immobilizer indicator lamp Malfunction encryption immo Use the black ignition key flashes 1x short 1 second bilizer control unit to black igni belonging to the vehicle pause 6x short tion key 21 Immobilizer indicator lamp Immobilizer control unit not Activate the immobilizer flashes 2x short 1 second activated control unit 4 pause 1x short 31 Immobilizer indicator lamp Malfunction encryption query Activate the EFI control flashes 3x short 1 second from EFI control unit to immo unit A pause 1x short bilizer control unit 32 Immobilizer indicator lamp Malfunction of CAN Bus com Check the CAN Bus commu
2. 95 Closing the filler capi ee ere nett e detect 72 Jacking up motorcycle front eene 95 Supporting St rette atu dal CH cen 72 Taking front of motorcycle off work stand 95 Seat OCK iai ea bera eo pede koe ito gation haus sap eiae e nedr e eau ga 73 Jacking up motorcycle rear 96 Tool Sets se dep tabe tetro fes llanos de 73 Taking rear of motorcycle off work stand 96 mAsa 74 Fork shock absorber 5 oni nie R re t s 97 Passenger Toores S oon na R conan cnc nan ai 74 Adjusting compression damping of fork esses 97 Sind EL 75 Adjusting rebound damping of fork sss 98 Foot Drake pedal v c ie edt ne Pert e en 76 Adjusting spring preload of fork ssssse ene 99 A A O 76 bleeding fork legs coccion 100 TIPS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION 77 Compression damping of the shock absorber 101 advice om first USE iioi ori ated e Eo OEC PREX iii 77 Adjusting the low speed compression damping of the Running he engine I sooner meters af n aie 78 shock absorber LE pee nennen nenne 101 Loading the vehicle eeeessssesssssseeen e 79 Adjusting high speed compression damping of the shock RIDING INSTRUCTIONS LLL 8l absorber seeeeeee E neces 103 n Adjusting rebound damping of the shock absorber 104 checks to be made before putting into operation 81 AA Starting EE Adjusting spring preload of shock
3. Position the lug O of the lamp cover in the notch Engage the latch Check lighting function Position cover e Info Check for correct positioning and freedom of movement of the brake lines Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 164 Note Damage to reflector Keep the glass of the bulb free of grease Clean the glass bulb with a clean cloth before mounting Any grease on the glass will evaporate by the heat and be deposited on the reflector Switch off all power consuming components and switch off the engine Remove screws Remove cover MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 700300 01 Release the latch Remove the lamp cover 6 Pull the parking light O carefully out of the holder Remove the light bulb Position a new light bulb in the holder Parking light W2 1x9 5d S 213 Carefully position the holder with the bulb in the holder in the headlight MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Position the lug of the lamp cover in the notch Engage the latch Check lighting function Position cover e Info Check for correct positioning and freedom of movement of the brake lines Mount and tighten screws O Guideline Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE
4. MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Turn the adjusting ring clockwise and tension it to the specified value Guideline Spring preload Comfort 6 mm 0 24 in Standard 6 mm 0 24 in Sport 8 mm 0 31 in full payload 8 mm 0 31 in e info Turn clockwise to increase preload turn counterclockwise to reduce spring preload Tighten screw Guideline Remaining chassis screws M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 107 The steering damper suppresses shocks to the steering arising from acceleration on uneven ground at high speed or when the load is temporarily taken from the front wheel The steering damper is adjusted to suit the manner of driving and the road conditions For high speeds an adjustment with high damping can be chosen in order to use the steering damping function optimally In slow tight bends intensive damping can negatively affect handling and steering precision so the damping should be set to low Info The hydraulic steering damper stabilizes the steering if the front wheel is raised off the ground or carries no load In contrast to other damping elements the steering damper is adjusted with the damping element open Turn the adjusting screw O anticlockwise towards as far as the last perceptible click MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 108 Adjust the steering damper according
5. Check screws and for tightness amp Brakes Check the front brake linings S 132 Check the rear brake linings S 135 Check the front brake discs S 128 Check the rear brake disc S 129 Check the brake fluid level of the front brake S 130 Check the rear brake fluid level S 133 Change brake fluid Check that brake lines are undamaged and free of leaks A Check the free play of the foot brake lever Check the braking A Check screws and guide pins of the brake system for tightness A Chassis Check the shock absorber and fork for leaks and function A Bleed fork legs S 100 GREASING AND SERVICE TABLE Chassis Check the steering head bearing and adjust if necessary A K10N K75A K150A J1A J2A Check the swingarm bearing A Check deflector 4 Check the eccentric shaft adjustment A Check all screws to make sure they are tight 4 Wheels Check the tire condition S 143 Checking the tire air pressure S 145 Check the chain wear S 127 Check the rear sprocket engine sprocket chain sliding guard to ensure that they are tight A Check the rear sprocket engine sprocket for wear S 126 Check the chain tension S 123 Clean the chain S 122 Che
6. e info Insert the headlight bulb so that the lug is positioned in the cut out Position the retaining clamp Position the plug in connector Position the lug of the lamp cover in the notch Engage the latch QD Check lighting function MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 160 Position the rubber holder 4 Fold down the combination instrument Position the lug in the rubber holder 700293 11 Change the high beam bulb Note Damage to reflector Keep the glass of the bulb free of grease Clean the glass bulb with a clean cloth before mounting Any grease on the glass will evaporate by the heat and be deposited on the reflector Switch off all power consuming components and switch off the engine MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Remove screws Remove cover D QE DA A gt en NAM M S ER 70025701 Release the latch Remove the lamp cover MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 700299 01 Disconnect plug in connector O Push off the retaining clamp O on both sides squeeze and fold to the side Remove headlight bulb Position the new headlight bulb in the headlight housing Low beam high beam H7 S 213 e Info Insert the headlight bulb so that the lug is positioned in the cut out Position the retaining clamp Position the plug in connector MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
7. Braking A A A A A Warning Danger of accidents f 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 due to wet or dirty brakes Clean or dry dirty or wet brakes by riding and braking gently Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by spongy pressure point of front or rear brake Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop before continuing your journey Warning Danger of accidents Brake system failure Ifthe foot brake pedal is not released the brake linings drag permanently The rear brake can fail due to overheating Take your foot off the foot brake pedal if you do not want to brake Warning Danger of accidents Longer stopping distance due to higher overall weight Take the longer stopping distance into account when carrying a passenger and baggage RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 88 Warning Danger of accidents Delayed brake action on salted roads Salt can be deposited on the brake discs To achieve the normal braking effect the brake discs must first be cleaned by brak ing When braking first throttle back and then apply the front and rear brakes at the same time On wet or slippery surfaces mainly use the rear brake Make sure you complete braking before going into a bend Change down to a lower gear corresponding to your speed
8. zero position MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 99 Turn adjusting screws clockwise until they stop e info The adjusting screws are located at the top end of the fork legs Make the same adjustment on both fork legs Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type Guideline Rebound damping Comfort 15 clicks Standard 10 clicks Sport 5 clicks Full payload 5 clicks e Info Turn clockwise to increase damping turn counterclockwise to reduce suspension damping Adjusting spring preload of fork e Info The spring preload defines the initial situation of the spring process of the fork An optimally adjusted spring preload is adapted to the rider s weight and ensures a compromise between easy handling and stabil ity MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 100 Turn the adjusting spindles clockwise until they stop e Info The adjusting spindles are located at the top end of the fork legs Make the same adjustment on both fork legs Turn back counterclockwise the number of turns corresponding to the fork type Guideline Spring preload Preload Adjuster Comfort 5 turns Standard 5 turns Sport 3 turns full payload 3 turns e Info Turn clockwise to increase preload turn counterclockwise to reduce spring preload Changing the spring preload has no influence on the rebound dampin
9. 1 j Push the rear wheel forward as far as possible and place the chain on the rear sprocket o A Pull the rear wheel back and push in the wheel spindle Lay the chain adjuster O on the tensioning screw Position the chain adjuster O and place it on the tensioning screw Tighten nut O Guideline In order for the rear wheel to be correctly aligned the markings on the left and right chain adjusters must be in the same position relative to the reference marks Nut rear wheel spindle M25x1 5 90 Nm Thread greased 66 4 Ibf ft Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings lie on the brake disc and there is a tight spot Take the rear of the motorcycle off the work stand S 96 Check the chain tension S 123 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 143 Checking rear hub shock absorbers 4 e info The engine power is transmitted by the rear sprocket to the rear wheel through 5 shock absorbers They are subject to wear during operation If the shock absorbers are not changed in time the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub are damaged Remove the rear wheel 4 S 138 Remove the rear sprocket carrier Check the rear hub for damage and wear Ifthe rear hub shock absorbers are damaged or worn Change the shock absorber A Position the rear sprocket carrier e info A set of bolts and shock absorbers wi
10. Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on EXIT SETUP in the info display Press the MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 68 e info Making a country specific setting Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button El three times until the symbol is on UNITS in the info display Press the button Ed or the button El briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on SET KM MILES in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Y The selected unit appears on the left of the display Select the unit with the button E or the button ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the UNITS menu Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on BACK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on EXIT SETUP in the info display Press the MODE button briefly 400464 01 OPERATING ELEMENTS Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing 400465 01 Press the button ES and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E three times until the symbol is on UNITS in the info display Press the button ES once until the symbol is on SET C F in the info display Press the MODE butto
11. 0 35 C 32 95 F The storage place should be dry and not subject to large temperature differences e Info KTM recommends jacking up the motorcycle Jack up the motorcycle rear end S 96 Jack up the motorcycle at the front S 95 STORAGE Cover the motorcycle with a porous sheet or blanket Info e Do not use non porous materials since they prevent humidity from escaping thus causing corrosion Avoid running the engine for a short time only Since the engine cannot warm up properly the water vapor produced during combustion condenses and causes valves and exhaust system to rust Putting into operation after storage Take the front of the motorcycle off the work stand S 95 Take the rear of the motorcycle off the work stand S 96 Recharge the battery 4 S 151 Install the battery A S 150 Set the clock with SET CLOCK S 62 Fill up with fuel S 89 Make checks before putting into operation S 81 Make a test ride TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE Design 2 cylinder 4 stroke Otto motor 75 V arrangement water cooled Displacement 1 150 cm 70 18 cu in Stroke 69 mm 2 72 in Bore 103 mm 4 06 in Compression ratio 12 5 1 Control DOHC 4 valves per cylinder chain driven Valve diameter Intake 42 mm 1 65 in Exhaust 34 mm 1 34 in Valve clearanc
12. Capacity coolant Coolant 2 60 2 75 qt Coolant S 221 Coolant mixed ready to use S 221 TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES Hose clip intake flange MA 1 5 Nm 1 11 Ibf ft Screw gear sensor M5 3 Nm 2 2 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw pulse generator M5 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw bearing retainer M5 6 Nm 4 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Remaining engine screws M5 6 Nm 4 4 Ibf ft Oil jet M6x0 75 4 Nm 3 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Nut cylinder head M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw locking lever M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw freewheel holder M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw freewheel ring M6 13 Nm 9 6 Ibf ft Loctite 6487 Screw generator cover M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Stud chain shaft M6 8 Nm 5 9 Ibf ft Screw coolant connection on cylinder M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft head Screw clutch cover M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw clutch spring M6 12 Nm 8 9 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw engine housing M6x60 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw engine housing M6x80 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw engine housing M6x90 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw camshaft bearing support M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw oil pump cover M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw shift drum locating M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw shift lever M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw star
13. Check the radiator fan system A Air in cooling system Fill up and aerate the cooling system 4 EFI warning lamp MIL lights up flashes Fault in fuel injection system Read the fault memory with KTM DIA A Engine dies during the journey Lack of fuel Fill up with fuel S 89 Fuse 1 5 or 6 blown Change the fuses of individual power consumers S 155 High oil consumption Engine oil level too high Check the engine oil level S 184 Engine oil too thin viscosity Change the engine oil and filter clean the oil screen A S 185 Headlight and parking light do not work Fuse 2 blown Change the fuses of individual power consumers S 155 TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Brake light and horn do not work Possible cause Fuse 3 blown Action Change the fuses of individual power consumers S 155 Battery discharged Ignition not switched off when vehicle parked Recharge the battery S 151 Battery is not charged by the generator Check charging voltage A Combination instrument shows nothing in display Fuse 1 blown Change the fuses of individual power consumers S 155 Speedometer in combination instrument doesn t work Wiring harness of wheel reveolution counter damaged or plug in connector oxidized Check the wheel speed sensor IMMOBILIZER FLASH CODE
14. On long downhill stretches use the braking effect of the engine Do this by changing down two gears but do not race the engine You then do not need to brake so much and the brakes do not overheat 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 If you leave the vehicle lock the steering and remove the ignition key Warning Danger of burns Some vehicle components get very hot when the machine is driven Do not touch hot components such as exhaust system radiator engine shock absorber and brakes Allow these components to cool down before starting work on them Note Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away or falling over Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface Note Fire hazard Some components engine radiator and exhaust system get very hot when the engine is running RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 89 Do not place the vehicle where there are flammable or explosive substances 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 Apply the brakes Shift into neutral Switch off the ignition b
15. Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage Dispose of oil grease filters fuel cleaning substances brake fluid batteries etc according to regulations Info The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance Clean the chain regularly Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water Remove old grease remains with chain cleaner Chain cleaner S 224 After drying apply chain spray Onroad chain spray S 225 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking the chain tension Warning Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension Ifthe chain tension is too high the components of the secondary power train chain engine sprocket rear sprocket bearings 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 for correct chain tension and adjust if necessary 700322 01 Lean the motorcycle on the side stand Shift into neutral In the area before where the chain passes through the link fork push the chain down wards and measure the chain tension O Info e The lower chain section must be taut Chain wear is not always even so yo
16. advice om first USE denia rada oe 4 ke 17 SET CLOCK after Storage we eee 206 ASA Cs vas auream oa ttn edita ui b and 62 O A Po o M Shift lover crea Bad aoe uer RETE 75 R adjusting ass ei haeke ree F iret uti eee 116 RACE mode Shift lever stub AQUUSTINE uuu Reese RE eae a Ra dot 62 adjusting eruca RR a DA E d e 116 Rear frame position llle 179 Shift speed RPM1 2 adjusting i eos ia Tenit 180 adjusting du hu ene te eee ees ed RE ee 63 Rear hub shock absorber Shifting Ree ra bbe 84 checking ccoo 143 Shock absorber o 97 Rear sprocket engine sprocket adjusting rebound damping lues 104 checking for wear Teoria idus aea E Cer End 126 adjusting spring preload llle 104 Rear wheel compression damping general ee 101 RUIT MEET T DL ERST Ona Shade eae eat 140 compression damping high speed adjusting 103 A qoe Lauree AS ren dte 138 compression damping low speed adjusting 101 INDEX 231 Shock absorber part number o o o 18 V Side stani eee es QV E ON ee A e Vehicle level ooo a Rma 109 Spare parts accessories o oo o o ooo ooo 8 HD Starti 80 adjusting LEAL aaa ar 111 Gu MM E front AQUUSTINE o iso rx yd s 110 ile d Mir AC Wises NO ihe View of vehicle BO Be APLAR REA O RAS A A O e bands 12 Steering damper part number 18 rear right side ista yates od oi odon a 14 Steering lock 0 0 cece e
17. AND ENGINE 157 Warning Fire hazard The electrical system can be overloaded by the use of incorrect fuses Use only fuses with the prescribed amperage Never by pass or repair fuses Use spare fuses with the correct rating only Fuse 75011088010 S 213 Fuse 75011088015 S 213 e Info I If the new fuse burns out contact an authorized KTM RC8 workshop e Tip Replace the spare fuse in the fuse box so that it is available if needed Close the fuse box cover Fit the seat S 146 Changing the low beam bulb Note Damage to reflector Keep the glass of the bulb free of grease Clean the glass bulb with a clean cloth before mounting Any grease on the glass will evaporate by the heat and be deposited on the reflector Switch off all power consuming components and switch off the engine MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Fold up the combination instrument Pull the lug out of the rubber holder Remove the rubber holder Release the latch 9 Remove the lamp cover O Disconnect plug in connector O Push off the retaining clamp on both sides squeeze and fold to the side Remove headlight bulb 6 gt 700295 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 400422 10 Position the new headlight bulb in the headlight housing Low beam high beam H7 S 213
18. Have worn brake discs replaced immediately in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop Check the thickness of the brake disc in several places to see if it conforms to measure ment Q e Info Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc in area O of the brake disc Brake discs wear limit rear 4 5 mm 0 177 in If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value Change brake disc 4 f Pull the brake lever forwards Adjust the neutral position of the handbrake lever to your hand position by turning the adjusting screw O 400480 10 e info Do not make any adjustments while riding 700260 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 130 Warning Danger of accidents Failure of brake system Ifthe brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark there may be a leak in the brake system or the brake linings are completely worn out Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop before continuing your journey Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid Have the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes changed according to the service plan in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop The brake fluid level must not fall below the MIN marking when the brake fluid reser voir is vertical Ifthe brake fluid is below the MIN marking Top up the brake fluid of the front brake A S 130 War
19. Ibf ft Loctite 243 securing guide Screw shift shaft deflector on shift M6 18 Nm 13 3 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 shaft Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Remaining chassis nuts M8 30 Nm 22 1 Ibf ft Nut forked bracket on footbrake pedal M8 30 Nm 22 1 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw rear brake disc M8 30 Nm 22 1 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES Screw front brake disc M8 30 Nm 22 1 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw spring holder on side stand M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 bracket Screw rear footrest bracket M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Screw front footrest bracket M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw top triple clamp M8 17 Nm 12 5 Ibf ft Screw bottom triple clamp M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Screw fork stub M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Screw steering stem M8 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Screw handlebar stub M8 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Screw steering damper fixing bracket M8 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw steering damper clamp on con M8 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Loctite 243 sole Screw work stand adapter M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw subframe M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw shift lever M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw side stand bracket M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw ignition lock ratchet screw M8 Loc
20. M8 25 Nm Loctite 243 18 4 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 182 When you screw in the rear left fixing screw the plug in cable binder is pushed out of the thread To reposition the cable of the lambda probe fix the plug in cable binder in the remaining free drill hole e Info Check the cable routing The cable of the lambda probe must not be taut Setting a lower seat position Remove screw with washer on the left and right side of the vehicle Press the rear end down until the drill holes of the frame are level with the upper rear drill holes of the frame rear Fit the screw and washer on the left and right sides of the vehicle but do not tighten MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 183 Remove screw O with washer on the left and right side of the vehicle Press the rear end up until the drill holes of the frame are level with the upper front drill holes of the frame rear Fit the screw and washer on the left and right sides of the vehicle and tighten Guideline Screw subframe M8 25 Nm Loctite 243 18 4 Ibf ft Tighten the screw O on the left and right sides of the vehicle Guideline Screw subframe M8 25 Nm Loctite 2437 18 4 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 184 When you screw in the rear left fixing screw the plug in cable binder is pushed out o
21. Q gt 1 mm 20 04 in Ifthe minimum thickness is less than specified Change the front brake linings 4 NOA WIFI Y 700263 01 Checking rear brake fluid level Warning Danger of accidents Failure of brake system Ifthe brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark there may be a leak in the brake system or the brake linings are completely worn out Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop before continuing your journey Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid Have the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes changed according to the service plan in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 134 Stand the vehicle upright Check the brake fluid level of the brake fluid reservoir Ifthe fluid level reaches the MIN mark Top up the rear brake fluid A S 134 cl ac 700264 01 Topping up rear brake fluid A Warning Danger of accidents Failure of brake system Ifthe brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark there may be a leak in the brake system or the brake linings are completely worn out Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop before continuing your journey Warning Skin irritations Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact Avoid contact with skin and eyes and keep out of the reach of children If brake fluid gets into your e
22. The igni The igni Menu can be tion is on tion is on tion is on tion is on tion ison activated e ROAD mode The motor e RACE mode The motor The motor cycle is cycle is cycle is standing standing standing e ROAD mode e RACE mode UNITS menu SET KM MILES menu SET C F menu OPTIONS menu TPMS menu OPTION OUTERTEMP menu Displaying lap times Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing RACE mode OPERATING ELEMENTS 61 400446 01 Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until LAP BESTLAP LastLap appears in the info display Y LAPO1 appears on the left of the info display Press the button ES Y The next lap is displayed Press the button ES Y The previous lap is displayed Press the MODE button briefly Y Next display mode Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing RACE mode 400447 01 Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until LAP BESTLAP TopSpeed appears in the info display Y LAPO1 appears on the left of the info display Press the button ES Y The next lap is displayed Press the button ES Y The previous lap is displayed Press the MODE button briefly Y Next display mode OPERATING ELEMENTS Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing 400475 01 Press the button Ed and the button ES for 3 5 seconds Press the button E or the button E briefly
23. The motorcycle is standing Press the button ES and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button Ed twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display Press the MODE button briefly On the SHIFT RPMS menu you can activate the shift warning light Press the button Ed increases the value Press the button ES reduces the value Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds 400460 01 Press the Open and exit SHIFT RPMS or change to next value MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit SHIFT RPMS or change to next value MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 41 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button ES and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button Ed twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display Press the button Ed once until the symbol gt is on LAP BLANK T in the info display On the LAP BLANK T menu you set the lap blank time of the LAP button Press the button Ed increases the value Press the button ES reduces the value Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds 400461 01 Press the Open and exit LAP BLANK T MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Open and exit LAP BLANK T MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 48 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button ES and
24. WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 187 Ona light colored wall behind a horizontal area make a mark as high as the center of the low beam headlight Make another mark at a distance of under the first mark Guideline Distance O 5 cm 2 in Stand the motorcycle at distance Q in from of the wall and switch on the ignition and the low beam Guideline Distance 5 m 16 ft Check the headlight adjustment The border between light and dark must be exactly at mark when the motorcycle is operational and complete with rider If the boundary between light and dark does not meet specifications Adjust the headlamp range S 167 Check the headlight adjustment S 167 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 168 Adjust the beam distance of the headlight by turning screw 0 Guideline The boundary between light and dark must be exactly on the lower mark for a motor cycle with a rider mark is applied under Checking headlight adjustment e Info Turn clockwise to increase the light range turn counterclockwise to reduce the light range If you have a payload you may have to correct the headlight range 4 Activating deactivating ignition key e info I The orange programming key must only be used for activating and deactivating If a black ignition key is lost or replaced the black ignition keys must be activated deac
25. absorber Y 194 staring up Steering damper cune bet tentata a does tds Shifting riding ire eec rust reor eee cda rende nidi 84 os Braking 3 ott b et oe dede ba ado 87 A ii oi Stopping parking etie tei ta nce te ee P dis 88 Adjusting vehicle level front a Rel sei aa hed eine Va te a EROR ae ad MARE eu 89 Adjusting ventele evel qUfears casa sateen teats ratis FootreSt POSITION us s nct tre re RI e RON TER Adjusting footrest position coconcccccccnconnncconnncnnnnonancnonnns Adjusting shift lever stub CONTENTS 5 Adjusting shift lever oococonnnnncnnnccocnnconnncnonnonenononnnnnnnnnns 116 Removing passenger seat occccoccnccoccnconcnononnnonnanononenennnnns 147 Adjusting the footbrake pedal stub eesssssse 120 Fitting the passenger seat cococccccccncconcnononnncnnnnncncnncnnnnns 147 Adjusting the footbrake pedal ccooccccccccccocncconcncnncnononon 121 Mounting helmet lock on vehicle ooccccoccncccnncconcncnonnn 148 checking for chain dirt 121 Removing the battery XM sssssssssssee 148 Cleaning the chalh i iiie oo t dede ein I eene epos 122 Installing the battery A Checking the chain tension ccccocccccccncconcncnnnnononcncnannnnns 123 Recharging the battery VM sss 151 Adjusting the chain tension mmirasoiiroiinicanencinenecinar s 124 Changing the main fuse ooononnnnncnoccnnccinn nono nano nano na ninas 153 Checking rear sprocket e
26. at the longest chain section 272 mm 10 71 in Ifthe distance O is greater than the specified measurement Change the rear sprocket engine sprocket chain and chain sliding guard V Info e l New chains wear out faster on old worn sprockets For safety reasons the chain has no chain joint Always have the chain changed in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop where they have the nec essary special tools MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 128 Checking chain sliding guard Check the chain sliding guard for wear at the opening Ifthe rivets O of the chain are no longer visible at the lower edge of the opening of the chain sliding guard Change the chain sliding guard A Checking front brake discs Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by worn brake discs Have worn brake discs replaced immediately in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop Check the thickness of the brake disc in several places to see if it conforms to measure ment OQ e Info Wear reduces the thickness of the brake discs in area O of the brake discs Brake discs wear limit front 4 0 mm 0 157 in If the brake disc thickness is less than the specified value Change the brake discs A 100135 10 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 129 Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by worn brake discs
27. briefly Y RPM1and RPM2 appear on the info display Y The engine speed after RPM1 flashes e info The engine speed can be set at intervals of 50 RPM1 is the engine speed above which the shift warning light starts to flash Set the engine speed with the button or the ES button ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The engine speed after RPM2 flashes e Info l RPM2 is the engine speed above which the shift warning light lights up con stantly If RPM1 RPM2 the shift warning light lights up constantly when you reach the engine speed set Set the engine speed with the button or the Ed button ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the SETTING menu e Info At delivery RPM1 is set to 10000 and RPM2 to 10500 Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on BACK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on EXIT SETUP in the info display OPERATING ELEMENTS Press the MODE button briefly Setting the blank time of the LAP button LAP BLANK T Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing XXSETTINGSxX LAP BLANK T 1 400461 01 Press the button Ed and the button B for 3 5 seconds Press the button ES twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display Press the button ES once until the symbol is on LAP BLANK T in the
28. d e 48 TRP ARESE MENU e enero eer ron ERR ads 49 UNITS mMenu eorr 50 SET KM MILES menu ssssssee m 51 SETTCAE MEU ecce metet e utet 52 OPTIONS ment ii idiom dct oce ately ut eee ile pe duet peus 53 TEMS MENU mr oot t Pedo co rer xe ere reme tede 54 OPTION OUTERTEMP menu issssseem 55 Displaying lap times accinti ha hi a eiaa 60 Displaying maximum speed ccoocccccccncononcnonnncnnnnnnnnnnnoncnonon 61 Setting ROAD or RACE mode coocoocccnccnncnnncnoncnoncnonnnoninonnnonons 62 Setting the clock with SET CLOCK cccsecsesceeeeneeeneeens 62 Adjusting shift speed RPM1 2 ooccccnccnccncnnccncnononcncnnoncnonons 63 Setting the blank time of the LAP button LAP BLANK T 65 CONTENTS 4 Setting number of laps SET NUM LAPS 66 GREASING AND SERVICE TABLE coooccccooncccnnnnnnconnnnnnnnccnnnnnnnos 91 Setting fuel reserve display TRIPF RESET 67 Important service tasks to be carried out by an authorized Setting kilometers miles SET KM MILES e 68 KTM RC8 workshop ee ee 91 Setting temperature unit SET C F ssssssssssssse 69 Important service tasks to be carried out by an authorized Switching external temperature display on off 69 KTM RC8 workshop as additional job 94 Opening the filler cap oooccccoooncccnncnnncocnnnnnnnccnnnononacinnnnnnnos 71 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
29. even in countries with high temperatures Using inferior antifreeze can result in corrosion and foaming KTM recommends Motorex products Mixture ratio Antifreeze 25 45 C 713 49 F 50 Anti corrosion antifreeze 50 distilled water Antifreeze 40 C 40 F Suppler Motorex Anti Freeze SUBSTANCES E according to JASO T903 MA S 226 SAE S 226 SAE 10W 50 Specification Use only engine oils that comply with the specified standards see specifications on the container and that possess the corresponding properties KTM recommends Motorex products fully synthetic engine oil Suppler Motorex Power Synt 4T according to JASO T903 MA S 226 SAE S 226 SAE 5W 40 Specification Use only engine oils that comply with the specified standards see specifications on the container and that possess the corresponding properties KTM recommends Motorex products Synthetic engine oil Suppler Motorex Power Synt 4T SUBSTANCES B according to SAE S 226 SAE 5 Specification Use only oils that comply with the specified standards see specifications on the container and that possesses the corresponding prop erties KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Racing Fork Oil according to ISO VG 15 Specification Use only hydraulic fluid
30. in the bearing shells At least 5 screw threads must be screwed into the seating Tighten the counter nuts MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 118 db 400479 10 The shift rod can be mounted both on the shift lever variably at an upper or lower posi tion and on the reverse gear change of the shi Guideline E t shaft in two different positions Standard Q Shift lever lower drill hole shift shaft lower drill hole Shift power low shift way long Shift lever lower drill hole shift shaft upper drill hole Shift power high shift way short O Shift lever upper drill hole shift shaft lower drill hole Position the shift rod Tighten the screws Guideline Screw shift rod M6 12 Nm Loctite 243 8 9 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 119 y The position of the shift lever can be greatly varied depending on the length of the shift A Y rod and the drill holes selected As seen from the footrest there is either a high position Y l QW of the shift lever or a low position of the shift lever e info If you turn the reverse shift shaft 2 teeth on the serration of the shift shaft you can adjust the footrest system optimally for the upper footrest position After adjusting the shift lever conduct a function test There must be a minimum dis tance between the moving parts of
31. ivo venere xu dedere UE obo A RS 136 External temperature display eee switching on off oS tise ox deh dU set 69 Fuel reserve display TRIP F RESET E adjusting zx i emda s eru dette doin m no op ee RA S Se ale 67 J Fuse Filler cap of individual power consumer changing 155 C OSINE a deus ace nura eek Ae ete ide m IP i 72 OPENING uude bone PSY NUR Ra cocer x Rose IE UAI d 71 H Filling up Hand brake lever leeren 19 II AI NOOO 89 adjusting basic position o oooooooooooooo 129 Flasher switch sss 21 Handlebar height oooooomomoooo 177 Flashing code Adjusting sei osos RUE det Meus ROME aed as RA 178 Engine control lcs 198 201 Headlight adjustment MPBIIZER 407 hs d a qct ede tara rales 197 adjusting 6 eee enne 167 INDEX CHECKING E qe UM seated 167 Headlight flasher switch 20 Helmet lock 5 2 2 rl RR RE 74 fitting to vehicle a ee nes eeu egy een 148 High beam bulb changing zug ee Rhea PE s 160 Hom button soon RR 21 Ignition key activating deactivating llle 168 lenitiori loCK 0 oe Re ERA WES 22 Key number 2323 2 25 4 Rips vest RO EX 16 Kilometers miles SET KM MILES ad sbing sa id C een ET Ren sd NR Rt de 68 Lap times displaylng fore awe a home Re p RIS e o ees 60 LISHESWIECA 522 s ER Ea p RR Ed RIS Base a 20 Loading the vehicle o o o ooo ooo 79 Low beam bulb Changing iux ese
32. neutral Safety start system defective Check the safety start system 4 Engine cranks although it is in gear Safety start system defective Check the safety start system 4 Engine cranks but doesn t start Fuse 5 blown Change the fuses of individual power consumers S 155 Coupling of fuel hose connection not joined together Join coupling of fuel hose connection together Plug connector of wiring harness oxidized Clean plug connector and treat with con tact spray Fault in fuel injection system Read the fault memory with KTM DIA A TROUBLESHOOTING Faults Engine cranks but doesn t start Possible cause Fuel pump control defective Action Check fuel pump control A Fuel quality insufficient Add suitable fuel Engine has too little power Air filter very dirty Change the air filter 4 Fuel filter very dirty Chang the fuel filter 4 Fault in fuel injection system Read the fault memory with KTM DIA A Engine overheats HIGH TEMP Too little coolant in cooling system Check the cooling system for leaks 4 Check the coolant level S 172 Cooling fins very dirty Clean cooling fins Kinked or damaged radiator hose Change the coolant hose A Thermostat defective Check the thermostat A Fuse 4 blown Change the fuses of individual power consumers S 155 Defect in radiator fan system
33. penetrations and other damage If the tires exhibit cuts penetrations or other damage Change the tires Check the depth of the tread e Info Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth Minimum tread depth 22mm 20 08 in 700267 01 If the minimum tread depth is insufficient Change the tires MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 145 e 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 dust cap Check tire air pressure when tires are cold Tire air pressure Solo front 2 5 bar 36 psi rear 2 5 bar 36 psi Tire air pressure with passenger full payload front 2 5 bar 36 psi CENE rear 2 9 bar 42 psi Ifthe tire pressure does not meet specifications Correct tire pressure Mount dust cap e info The rubber seal in the dust cap prevents air leaking out of the tire if the valve is defective MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 146 Insert the ignition key in the seat lock O and turn it anticlockwise Raise the rear of the seat push it towards the rear and remove it upwards 700245 01 Position the recesses of the seat to the lugs on the frame lower the rear end and simul taneously push it forward Lock the seat by tu
34. position O Y EFI warning lamp MIL lights up switches off and then starts to flash Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up switches off briefly and flashes according to the number of functioning black ignition keys including the orange programming key In this case twice Switch off the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position i Pull out the orange programming key Y The lost black ignition key is deactivated Y The existing black ignition key is reactivated Loss of both black ignition keys no black ignition key available Press the emergency OFF switch into the position O Insert the orange programming key in the ignition lock Switch on the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position O Y EFI warning lamp MIL lights up switches off and then starts to flash Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up Switch off the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position amp MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 170 Switch on the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position O Y EH warning lamp MIL lights up switches off and then starts to flash Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up switches off briefly and flashes according to the number of functioning black ignition keys including the orange programming key In this case once since all black ignition keys are deacti vated Switch
35. to your riding style and the road conditions by turning the adjust screw clockwise towards Guideline Steering damper adjustment range 1 32 clicks Recommended range for use 1 20 clicks Standard 1 click Info e Do not change the adjustment of the steering damper during the journey After adjusting the steering damper check the steering for smooth operation making sure that the handlebar can be moved from extreme left to extreme right without a tendency to lock MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 109 Warning Danger of accidents Modifications to the chassis can seriously alter the vehicle s handling characteristics Following modifications ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new handling characteristics The vehicle level can be adjusted at the front by means of the fork leg clamp and at the rear by the eccentric shaft The fork legs can be clamped at three positions in the triple clamps Upper triple clamp flush with O mm 0 in upper edge of fork legs Upper triple clamp flush with 2 5 mm 0 098 in 1st ring of fork legs Upper triple clamp flush with 5 mm 0 2 in 2nd ring of fork legs stan dard The chassis height can be adjusted steplessly by turning the eccentric shaft Chassis height difference 7 mm 0 28 in HIGH LOW Maximum adjustment range 180 between HIGH LOW MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
36. value SETTINGS menu The arrow moves up The arrow moves no function The menu in front The menu in front of the down of the arrow is arrow is selected selected SHIFT RPMS menu increases the value reduces the value no function Open and Open and exit SHIFT RPMS exit SHIFT RPMS or or change to next change to next value value LAP increases the value reduces the value no function Open and Open and menu LAP BLANK T exit LAP BLANK T exit LAP BLANK T button SET NUM LAPS increases the value reduces the value no function Open and Open and menu exit SET NUM LAPS exit SET NUM LAPS OPERATING ELEMENTS Table of functions Display Press the button Ed Press the button ES Press the button ES Press the Press the MODE button and the button ES for MODE button for 3 briefly 3 5 seconds 5 seconds TRIP F RESET menu increases the value reduces the value no function Open and Open and exit TRIP F RESET exit TRIP F RESET UNITS menu The arrow moves up The arrow moves no function The menu in front The menu in front of the down of the arrow is arrow is selected selected SET KM MILES Changes the unit Changes the unit no function Open and Open and menu exit SET KM MILES exit SET KM MILES SET C F menu Changes the unit Changes the unit no function Open and Open and exit SET C F exit SET C F OPTIONS menu The arrow moves up The arrow moves no function The menu in
37. 110 Adjusting vehicle level front A Warning Danger of accidents Modifications to the chassis can seriously alter the vehicle s handling characteristics Following modifications ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new handling characteristics Loosen the clamp screws of the lower and upper triple clamps and of the handlebar stub e Info Loosen the clamp screws far enough to prevent damage to the lacquer when the fork legs are moved Make the adjustments first on one fork leg and then on the other If the clamp screws of both fork legs are loosened the vehicle sags towards the front MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting vehicle level at rear Warning Guideline The fork legs can be fixed at three different positions Upper triple clamp flush with upper edge of fork legs Omm 0 in Upper triple clamp flush with 1st ring of fork legs 2 5 mm 0 098 in Upper triple clamp flush with 2nd ring of fork legs standard 5 mm 0 2 in Info e The standard adjustment is optimal for handling the vehicle When the fork is compressed the chassis setting changes the vehicle becomes more stable but handling is more difficult Tighten the screws Guideline Screw top triple clamp M8 17 Nm 12 5 Ibf ft Screw bottom triple clamp M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Screw handlebar stub M8 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Repeat the adjustmen
38. Chain wear is not always even so you should check the setting at different chain positions Tighten nuts O Make sure that the chain adjusters O are on the adjusting screws 8 Tighten nut O Guideline A Nut rear wheel spindle M25x1 5 90 Nm Thread greased 700323 01 66 4 Ibf ft Info The wide adjustment range of the chain adjuster 35mm 1 38 allows differ ent secondary transmission ratios to be used with the same chain length The chain adjusters O can be turned through 180 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking rear sprocket engine sprocket for wear X Y 100132 10 Check the rear sprocket engine sprocket for wear Ifthe rear sprocket engine sprocket are worn Change the rear sprocket engine sprocket chain and chain sliding guard A e info The rear sprocket engine sprocket chain and chain sliding guard should always be changed together MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking chain wear esa 3 123 O O A 16 17 18 700303 01 Engage neutral gear Pull the lower chain section with specified weight Guideline Weight chain wear measurement 15 kg 33 Ib Measure distance of 18 chain links in the lower chain section e Info Chain wear is not always even so you should repeat this measurement at differ ent chain positions Maximum distance O
39. ES reduces the value 400455 01 Press the button no function and the button E for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit SET CLOCK or change to next value MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit SET CLOCK or change to next value MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 400456 01 Condition The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button E3 for 3 5 seconds Press the button Ed twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display On the SHIFT RPMS menu you can activate the shift warning light On the LAP BLANK TIME menu you set the lap blank time of the LAP button On the SET NUM LAPS menu you set the number of laps to cover in RACE mode On the TRIP F RESET menu you set the reaction time of the fuel reserve display to changes of the fuel level On the S LEARN TPMS menu only a KTM RC8 workshop can make changes On the BACK menu you switch back to the SET UP menu The symbol gt shows which menu you can activate with the button MODE Press the button Ed The arrow moves up Press the button ES The arrow moves down Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 46 Condition The ignition is on e
40. Flasher light left on Flasher switch pressed to the right The flasher switch returns automatically to the central position after use Flasher light right on Flasher switch pressed to the right The flasher switch returns automatically to the central position after use Vt To switch off the flasher light press the flasher switch towards the switch case The horn button is fitted on the left side of the handlebar Possible states e Horn button in neutral position e Horn button pressed The horn is operated in this position OPERATING ELEMENTS 22 The ignition steering lock O is located in front of the upper triple clamp Possible states Ignition off In this position the ignition circuit is interrupted a running e engine stops and a non running engine will not start The black ignition key can be removed Ignition on In this position the ignition circuit is closed and the engine can be started Steering locked In this position the ignition circuit is interrupted and the steering locked The black ignition key can be removed 700234 01 The emergency OFF switch O is fitted on the right side of the handlebar Possible states Emergency OFF switch on This position is necessary for operation the igni tion circuit is closed Emergency OFF switch off In this position the ignition circuit is inter rupted a running engine stops and a non running engine cannot be started
41. L lights up switches off and then starts to flash Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up switches off briefly and flashes according to the number of functioning black ignition keys including the orange programming key Switch off the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position Pull out the orange programming key Y All black ignition keys are activated included in this job sequence are activated Cooling system The water pump with a 3D water pump wheel O in the engine ensures forced circulation of the coolant The heat exchanger enables faster warming of the engine oil at the start of a journey and better heat dissipation for the engine oil during the journey The pressure in the cooling system resulting from heat is regulated by a valve in the radi ator cap The heat expansion causes the surplus coolant to flow into the compensating tank 6 When the temperature falls this surplus coolant is sucked back into the cooling System MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 172 Cooling takes place by means of the air stream and a radiator fan O which is controlled by a thermoswitch The lower the speed the less the cooling effect Dirty cooling fins also reduce the cooling effect Warning Danger of scalding The coolant gets very hot when the motorcycle is driven and is under high pressure Do not open the radiator radiator hoses or other cooling system compone
42. LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS 17 The engine number O is stamped on the right side of the engine The fork part number is stamped on the inner side of the fork stub LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS 18 TI The shock absorber part number is stamped on the upper part of the shock absorber above the adjusting ring towards the rear The steering damper part number is stamped on the top of the steering damper Y OPERATING ELEMENTS 19 The clutch lever O is fitted on the left side of the handlebar The clutch is hydraulic and self adjusting The handbrake lever is fitted on the right side of the handlebar The hand brake lever operates the front brake OPERATING ELEMENTS 20 The light switch O is fitted on the left side of the handlebar Possible states zD Low beam on Light switch is turned downwards In this position the low z beam and tail light are switched on High beam on Light switch is turned upwards In this position the low D beam the high beam and the tail light are switched on The headlight flasher switch O is fitted on the left side of the handlebar Possible states e Headlight flasher switch in neutral position e Headlight flasher switch pressed The headlight flasher switch high beam is oper ated in this position OPERATING ELEMENTS 21 The flasher switch O is fitted on the left side of the handlebar Possible states Flasher light off
43. ORAGE ereditato ieai beans iede a a a aa 205 Storage 353 a hraa aa a eea a aaa Metas 205 Putting into operation after storage occccooccoconnncnonnnnnnon 206 TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE ssssseseemm taitea 207 Capacity engine Oilin ane a e iE a 208 Capacity coolant nikri a oe 208 TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES 209 TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS mei ie anan 212 Lighting equipment dass ie code cese e ev t deed 213 Capacity Telar TEN EUN 214 TECHNICAL DATA FORK tei corrido eoe oet enean a 215 TECHNICAL DATA SHOCK ABSORBER 000eeeeeeeeeeeees 216 TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES 218 SUBSTANCES vas ccstag etes necu att 221 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES otir a a o 224 STANDARDS tins ondaa ais ee a t Rar E EI EESE AE 226 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION Symbols used The following explains the meaning of specific symbols Y Identifies an expected reaction e g of an operation or a function X Identifies an unexpected reaction e g of an operation or a function All jobs marked with this symbol require specialist knowledge and technical understanding In the interests of your A own safety have these jobs done in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop There your motorcycle will be handled opti mally by specially trained experts with the necessary special tools Identifies a page reference more information is provided on the specified page Formats used The type formats u
44. OWNER S MANUAL 2008 1190 RC8 EU 1190 RC8 AUS UK San 1190 RC8 FR 1190 RC8 JP ART NO 3211250en DEAR KTM CUSTOMER Congratulations on your decision to purchase a KTM motorcycle You are now the owner of a state of the art sports motorcycle that will give you enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly We wish you great pleasure riding the vehicle Please enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below Chassis number type label S 16 Dealer s stamp Engine number S 17 Key number S 16 The owner s manual corresponded to the latest state of this series at the time of printing However it is never possible to exclude small deviations arising from further development in design and construction All specifications are non binding KTM Sportmotorcycle AG in particular reserves the right to modify or delete technical specifications prices colors forms materials services designs equipment etc without prior notice and without specifying reasons to adapt these to local conditions as well as to stop production of a particular model without prior notice KTM accepts no liability for delivery options devi ations from illustrations and descriptions as well as printing and other errors The models portrayed partly contain special equipment that does not belong to the regular scope of delivery DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 2 2008 by KTM Sportmotorcycle AG Mattighofen A
45. QO OPERATING ELEMENTS 23 The electric starter button is fitted on the right side of the handlebar Possible states e Electric starter button in neutral position e Electric starter button pressed In this position the electric starter is operated OPERATING ELEMENTS 24 display S 27 Function buttons Indicator lamps S 29 info display S 28 Bl W W Mr 400430 10 OPERATING ELEMENTS Combination instrument function buttons on handlebar vY e The Mode button is fitted on the handlebar front left A The Lap button is fitted on the handlebar rear left OPERATING ELEMENTS 26 Activation The combination instrument is activated when the ignition is switched on Test The segments of the tachometer light up in and switch off in sequence The speed display counts from O to 300 and back The remaining display segments outside the info display light up briefly The KTM logo appears in the info display In ROAD mode the info display switches to ODO TripDist TripTime AvgSpeed mode In RACE mode the info display switches to LAPSTOGO LastLap Last Best mode mae 400429 10 OPERATING ELEMENTS 21 The tachometer O displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute RPM The red marking marks the over rev excessive speed range of the engine The speed 6 is displayed in kilometers per h
46. RENNES RES 157 Luggage 2 2 994 RR Eua Ecl vadts hae 79 229 Main fuse Changlig 56 56 ded rea pd e e be waa aera 153 Maintenance 3 oO A RR EDGE 8 Materials ome E rad GNE ue Res 8 Maximum speed displaying eres a eh d ERU dE a OS OR 61 Motorcycle leaning 4 rela E e ana d tee eos 202 Jacking p TONE csse di cond ek E me 95 JACKING Up rear ism blu b led d sss 96 taking front off work stand llle 95 taking rear off work stand o oooooooooooooo 96 Number of laps SET NUM LAPS adJ stihg eue sue Rh ear e RR Re UE NNI da 66 Oil filter CHANING eet ho Re abe e Re dis 185 A ed we eee ave 4 Qh WG eA e boat awa 190 removing ads y Lee v d abd RE Re ak WS Ble bey 188 Oil screen cleaning Operating instructions Basics sels leue etd e e dut tU A Ac EA Po e de 10 INDEX 230 P Riding cardi 2 2 a rri a Se GERA RR E S E 84 Parking Loo ess oko dete atate Ne pausa e Os oat 88 starting UD sx a SO RO S e Kaa E 83 Parking light bulb ROAD mode CHANGING seas its a dle 164 adjusting c i nnn 62 Passenger footrests 00 000 74 S Passenger seat Seat MOURNING a du REGE YS 147 Title o oet Rode ay eei tice uta vut sedes eg 146 removing vita dave ue BA ees 147 FOMOVING c zu sues ee d beer a dh bea eae a 146 Play in gas Bowden cable Seat lock A A a REEL RIO RUPES 73 adjusting I RO e ar RA MR TR Ux as 177 SET C F temperature unit Putting into operation adjusting 3 o d de depot dee a eee bs 69
47. Weight of rider 75 85 kg 165 187 Ib 110 N mm 628 Ib in TECHNICAL DATA SHOCK ABSORBER Spring length 160 mm 6 3 in Gas pressure 10 bar 145 psi Static sag 15 mm 0 59 in Riding sag 30 mm 1 18 in Inbuilt length 290 mm 11 42 in TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES Screw side stand switch MA 2 Nm 1 5 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw brake fluid reservoir of rear brake M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw brake line holder M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Screw chain sliding piece M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Screw chain guard M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Screw fuel level indicator M5 3 Nm 2 2 Ibf ft Screw steering damper fixing bracket M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Remaining chassis screws M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Remaining chassis nuts M6 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Screw exhaust heat shield M6 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Screw exhaust clamp M6 8 Nm 5 9 Ibf ft Screw foot brake pedal M6 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw footbrake pedal stub M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw footbrake cylinder M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw fuel pump M6 6 Nm 4 4 Ibf ft Screw shift lever stub M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw shift rod M6 12 Nm 8 9 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw shift shaft deflector on chain M6 10 Nm 7 4
48. and repeatedly until the symbol is on CHANGE MODE in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Y The mode set is shown in the info display Select ROAD mode or RACE mode with the button Ed or the button ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the SET UP menu Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on EXIT SETUP in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing OPERATING ELEMENTS 63 Press the button Ed and the button E for 3 5 seconds Press the button E once until the symbol is on SET CLOCK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly X The hour is shown Setthe hour with the button or the button ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The minutes are shown Set the minutes with the button or the button ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the SET UP menu Press the button El briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on EXIT SETUP in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E twice until the symbol is on SETTINGS in the info display 400455 01 400460 01 OPERATING ELEMENTS 64 Press the MODE button
49. arks or open fire Charge only in well ventilated rooms Inthe 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 doctor Warning Environmental hazard Components and battery acid are a danger to the environment Do not dispose of batteries in normal household waste Take defective or used batteries to a battery recycling operator MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage Dispose of oil grease filters fuel cleaning substances brake fluid batteries etc according to regulations Info Even if there is no load on the battery it loses power every day The charge state and the type of charge are very important for the service life of the battery Fast recharging with a high charge current shortens the battery s service life If the charge current the charge voltage and the charge time are exceeded electrolyte escapes through the breathing holes The battery capacity is then reduced If the battery becomes discharged from starting it must be recharged immediately If the battery rests for an extended time in a discharged state it becomes over discharged and sulfated which will result in its destruction The battery is maintenance free i e the acid level does not have to be checked Switch off all power consuming components and sw
50. button ES e info l You can set TOTAL LAPS to between 1 and 99 laps Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the SETTINGS menu Press the button El briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on BACK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Press the button El briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on EXIT SETUP in the info display OPERATING ELEMENTS Setting fuel reserve display TRIPF RESET Press the MODE button briefly Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing XXSETTINGSXX TRIPF RESET A 300 A 400463 01 Press the button Ed and the button B for 3 5 seconds Press the button ES twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display Press the button E three times until the symbol is on TRIP F RESET in the info dis play Press the MODE button briefly Y TRIPF RESET appears on the info display with the reaction time e Info At delivery TRIPF RESET is set to 300 seconds Set the reaction time of the fuel reserve display with the button E or the button ES e info You can set the TRIPF RESET to between 10 and 1000 seconds in steps of 10 Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the SETTINGS menu Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on BACK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly
51. button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E three times until the symbol is on UNITS in the info display On the SET KM MILES menu you can set the units for measuring speed and distance On the SET C F menu you set the unit for the temperature display On the BACK menu you switch back to the SET UP menu The symbol shows which menu you can activate with the button MODE 400458 01 Press the button Ed The arrow moves up Press the button Ej The arrow moves down Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 51 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button KH for 3 5 seconds Press the button E three times until the symbol is on UNITS in the info display Press the button Ed or the button amp briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on SET KM MILES in the info display On the SET KM MILES menu you can set the units for measuring speed and distance 400464 01 Press the button Ed Changes the unit Press the button ES Changes the unit Press the button no function and the button ES for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit SET KM MILES MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press
52. ccessories Select EXIT SETUP to close the SET UP menu The symbol shows which menu you can activate with the button MODE Press the button ES The arrow moves up Press the button ES The arrow moves down Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 43 Condition The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E or the button El briefly and repeatedly until the symbol gt is on CHANGE MODE in the info display On the CHANGE MODE menu you can select between ROAD and RACE mode Press the button Ed Changes the menu Press the button Ej Changes the menu Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds 400475 01 Press the Opening and exiting CHANGE MODE MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Opening and exiting CHANGE MODE MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 44 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button ES and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button Ed once until the symbol gt is on SET CLOCK in the info display You can set the clock on the SET CLOCK menu Press the button Ed increases the value Press the button
53. ce the fuel reserve level was reached e Info This is displayed only after you reach the fuel reserve level OuterTemp shows the external temperature The external temperature can be switched on and off in the SET UP menu Press the button Ed no function Press the button ES no function Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button E for 3 5 seconds Press the no function MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 35 Condition The ignition is on e ROAD mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until FUELRANGE appears at the top of the info display TripFuel shows the distance covered since the fuel reserve level was reached e Info 400477 01 This is displayed only after you reach the fuel reserve level MinRange shows the minimum range you can cover with the fuel reserve MaxRange shows the maximum range you can cover with the fuel reserve The possible range of the fuel reserve depends on your riding style Press the button Ed no function Press the button ES no function Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button ES for 3 5 seconds Press the no function MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 36 Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing e ROAD mode Pres
54. cepticle click as the end position These adjustments should be understood as a guideline and should always be the basis of your own personal chassis adaptation Do not change the adjustments at random or by more than 40 since otherwise the riding characteristics could deteriorate particularly at high speeds Adjusting compression damping of fork e info I The hydraulic compression damping determines the fork suspension behavior An optimally adjusted compression damping ensures that the fork does not compress too far and fast when you brake hard or when the load shifts very fast It gives the rider good feedback about the road conditions MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 98 Turn adjusting screws clockwise until they stop e info The adjusting screws are located at the bottom end of the fork legs Make the same adjustment on both fork legs Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type Guideline Compression damping Comfort 15 clicks Standard 10 clicks Sport 5 clicks full payload 5 clicks e Info Turn clockwise to increase damping turn counterclockwise to reduce suspension damping Adjusting rebound damping of fork e Info The hydraulic rebound damping determines the fork suspension behavior An optimally adjusted rebound damping brakes the springing energy and enables a fast vibration free resetting of the fork to the
55. ck chain sliding guard S 128 Check wheel bearings for play A Check the rear hub shock absorbers S 143 K10N after 1 000 km 621 4 mi K75A every 7 500 km 4 660 mi K150A every 15 000 km 9 320 mi after every sporting use J1A annually J2A every 2 years GREASING AND SERVICE TABLE Important service tasks to be carried out by an authorized KTM RC8 workshop as additional job 94 Completely service fork 4 K150A K300A J1A J2A Completely service shock absorber 4 Clean and grease the steering head bearing and sealing elements 4 Clean battery poles and treat with contact grease Change the coolant 4 K150A every 15 000 km 9 320 mi after every sporting use K300A every 30 000 km 18 640 mi J1A annually J2A every 2 years MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 95 Note Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away or falling over Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface Jack up the motorcycle rear end S 96 Move the handlebar to the straight ahead position Align the work stand at the front with the adapters to the fork legs Work stand front 61029055300 e Info Always jack up the rear of the motorcycle first Jack up the motorcycle at the front Note Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away
56. ckwise the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber type Guideline Compression damping low speed Comfort 20 clicks Standard 15 clicks Sport 10 clicks full payload 10 clicks e Info Turn clockwise to increase damping turn counterclockwise to reduce suspension damping MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 103 Adjusting high speed compression damping of the shock absorber Danger Danger of accidents The shock absorber is under high pressure The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen so never dismantle the shock absorber or carry out any mainte nance on it yourself e Info The high speed setting can be seen during the fast compression of the shock absorber Turn the adjusting screw O clockwise with an open ended spanner until it stops e Info Do not loosen nut 6 Turn back counterclockwise the number of turns corresponding to the shock absorber type Guideline Compression damping high speed Comfort 2 turns Standard 1 5 turns Sport 1 turn full payload 1 turn e Info Turn clockwise to increase damping turn counterclockwise to reduce suspension damping MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 104 Adjusting rebound damping of the shock absorber Danger Danger of accidents The shock absorber is under high pressure The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen so n
57. clothes that have come into contact with coolants Keep coolants out of the reach of children MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 174 Note Engine damage After draining coolant and refilling the cooling system the motorcycle must be raised at the front according to the model type This is the only way of ensuring that the cooling system is filled without air bubbles Air in the cooling system can lead to engine fail ure Have the coolant changed by an authorized KTM RC8 workshop Check the coolant level S 172 Remove the cap O of the compensating tank Top up with coolant until the specified coolant level is reached Guideline The coolant level must be between MIN and MAX Alternative 1 Coolant S 221 700324 01 Alternative 2 Coolant mixed ready to use S 221 Mount the cap of the compensating tank MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 15 Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting screw O e Info Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the clutch lever and the handlebar Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise 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 e Info The fluid level rises with increasi
58. ctive main fuse with a needle nose plier e info A reserve fuse is located in the starter relay Fita new main fuse Fuse 58011109130 S 213 e Info If the new fuse burns out contact an authorized KTM RC8 workshop Attach the protection covers O Fit the seat S 146 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Changing fuses of individual power consumers e info The fuse box containing the fuses of individual power consumers is located under the seat Switch off all power consuming components and switch off the engine Remove the seat S 146 Open the fuse box cover Check the fuses e Info A defective fuse is shown by a burned out fuse wire Q NA E 4 A 700282 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Remove defective fuse Guideline Fuse 1 10A ignition combination instrument immobilizer alarm system optional Fuse 2 15A high beam low beam parking light tail light license plate lamp Fuse 3 10A horn brake light Fuse 4 10A radiator fan Fuse 5 10A fuel pump Fuse 6 10A ignition fuel injection Fuse 7 not used Fuse 8 10A for supplementary equipment standard accessories Fuse 9 10A for supplementary equipment accessories connected with ignition switch Fuse 10 not used Fuse SPARE 10A 15A spare fuses MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS
59. d ROZ 95 RON 95 PON 91 S 223 Fuel reserve 3 5 3 7 qt TECHNICAL DATA FORK Fork part number 05 18 7D 07 Fork WP Suspension Up Side Down 4354 Compression damping Comfort 15 clicks Standard 10 clicks Sport 5 clicks full payload 5 clicks Rebound damping Comfort 15 clicks Standard 10 clicks Sport 5 clicks Full payload 5 clicks Spring preload Preload Adjuster Comfort 5 turns Standard 5 turns Sport 3 turns full payload 3 turns Spring length with preload spacer s 405 mm 15 94 in Spring rate Weight of rider 75 85 kg 165 187 Ib 10 N mm 57 Ib in Air chamber length 80 mm 3 157929 in Fork length 735 mm 28 94 in Fork oil S 223 SAE 5 TECHNICAL DATA SHOCK ABSORBER Shock absorber part number 17 18 7D 07 Shock absorber WP Suspension 4014 VP Compression damping high speed Comfort 2 turns Standard 1 5 turns Sport 1 turn full payload 1 turn Compression damping low speed Comfort 20 clicks Standard 15 clicks Sport 10 clicks full payload 10 clicks Rebound damping Comfort 15 clicks Standard 10 clicks Sport 5 clicks full payload 10 clicks Spring preload Comfort 6 mm 0 24 in Standard 6 mm 0 24 in Sport 8 mm 0 31 in full payload 8 mm 0 31 in Spring rate
60. d lubricants named in the owner s manual must be used according to specifications In the interests of your own safety use only spare parts and accessories approved and or recommended by KTM and have these fitted in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop KTM accepts no liability for other products and any resulting damage IMPORTANT NOTES Ko You will find the current KTM PowerParts for your vehicle on the KTM website International KTM Website http www ktm com 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 If a thread lock e g Loctite9 is used for screw connections be sure to comply with the manufacturer s specific advice on its usage Parts that you want to reuse following repairs and servicing should be cleaned and checked for damage and wear Change damaged or worn parts Following servicing the vehicle must be checked for roadworthiness Note Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away or falling over Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface Note Fire hazard Some components engine radiator and exhaust system get very hot when the engine is running Do not place the vehicle where there are flammable or explosive substances Switch off the engine and remove the ignition key Secure the motorcycle against falling over or running away using straps or other suitable devic
61. de are reset except RACEODO MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 38 Condition e The ignition is on e RACE mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until TOPSPEED appears at the top left of the info display If an R appears after TOPSPEED the stopwatch is running in the background If a P appears after TOPSPEED the stopwatch is not running in the background This function is controlled by the button LAP TOPSPEED shows the highest lap speed LastLap shows the maximum speed of the last round last shows the maximum speed difference between the last lap and the lap before Best shows the maximum speed difference between the last lap and the highest maximum speed If the last lap was the lap with the highest maximum speed the info display shows Best Best 400445 01 Press the button Ed no function Press the button ES no function Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the The display of LastLap Last and Best are set to O MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 39 Condition e The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing e RACE mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until LAP BESTLAP LastLap appears in the info display LAP shows the selected lap BESTLAP s
62. e Exhaust at 20 C 68 F 0 25 0 30 mm 0 0098 0 0118 in Intake at 20 C 68 F 0 10 0 15 mm 0 0039 0 0059 in Crankshaft bearing Sleeve bearing Conrod bearing Sleeve bearing Piston pin bearing No bearing bushes DLC coated piston pins Piston Forged light alloy Piston ring 1 L ring 1 tapered compression piston ring 1 oil scraper ring Engine lubrication Pressure circulation lubrication with 3 rotor pumps Primary transmission 40 76 Clutch Multi disc clutch in oilbath hydraulically operated Transmission 6 speed claw gears Transmission ratio lst gear 14 36 2nd gear 16 30 TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE 208 3rd gear 20 30 4th gear 21 27 bth gear 23 26 6th gear 25 26 Mixture preparation Electronically controlled fuel injection Ignition system Contactless controlled fully electronic ignition with digital ignition adjustment Generator 12V 390W Spark plug NGK LKAR9BI9 Electrode gap spark plug 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in Cooling Water cooling permanent circulation of coolant by water pump Cold start device Electric starter Capacity engine oil Engine oil 3 60 3 8 qt External temperature 0 C Engine oil SAE 10W 50 2 32 F S 222 External temperature lt O C Engine oil SAE 5W 40 lt 32 F S 222
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64. e driving at alternating angles The full grip is not reached until the vehicle has been run in Warning Danger of accidents Unstable riding behavior Do not exceed the maximum permitted weight and axle loads The overall weight consists of motorcycle operational and with a full tank driver and passenger with protective clothing and helmet baggage Warning Danger of accidents Unstable handling characteristics due to slipped baggage Check the way your baggage is fixed regularly Warning Danger of accidents After a fall check the vehicle After a fall check the vehicle as usual before putting it into operation 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 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Note Engine damage Engine overheating If the coolant temperature warning lamp lights up stop the vehicle and switch off the engine Let the engine cool down and then check the coolant level in the radiator and top up if necessary If you continue your journey with the coolant temperature warning lamp on you can cause an engine failure e Info If you hear unusual noises while riding stop immediately switch off the engine and contact an authorized KTM RC8 workshop 700238 01 When conditions allow incline road situation etc you can shift i
65. e liniNgS oooocccccnoncccnncnnnccnnncnnnoss 135 Correcting fluid level of hydraulic clutch 176 Removing front wheel XM ssssssssse 136 Adjusting gas Bowden cable ieren 177 Fitting front wheel VM isssssssss ees 137 Handlebar heighb si idi ict ero eo e tetris 177 Removing rear wheel io X 138 Adjusting handlebar height c oooncncccccnccccncconnncnocnononincnnos 178 fitting the rear wheel V 140 Rear frame position orci cete its 179 Checking rear hub shock absorbers V 143 Adjusting rear frame position 180 Tire condition Checking sisi cen at pietra ica cel 143 Checking engine oil level 184 Checking tire air pressure 145 Changing engine oil and filter cleaning oil screen 185 Removing the seat 146 Draining engine oil cleaning oil screens 185 Fitting he seat saecu tddi d 146 Removing oil filter VM sessesssse 188 CONTENTS Fitting oil filter VM iii cnica 190 Filling up with engine oil V 190 Topping up englne oll 2 cae RP tee vn 192 TROUBLESHOOTING re 5 rir a ee nens 194 IMMOBILIZER FLASH CODE sssssse 197 ENGINE CONTROL FLASH CODE c seeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 198 CLEANING O O 202 Cleaning motorcycle cccceccceccseeeceeceeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeseees 202 CONSERVATION FOR WINTER OPERATION 204 Conservation for winter operation occccocccccccncconnncnonnnnns 204 ST
66. e sen Check pressure sensor 1x long 1x short sor induction manifold cylin induction manifold cylin der 2 too low der 2 Input signal from pressure sen Check pressure sensor sor induction manifold cylin induction manifold cylin der 2 too high der 2 4 13 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal from intake air Check the intake air temper 1x long 3x short temperatur sensor too low ature sensor WA ENGINE CONTROL FLASH CODE 199 Fault Description Possible cause Action 13 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal from intake air Check the intake air temper 1x long 3x short temperatur sensor too high ature sensor A 14 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal of pressure sensor Check pressure sensor 1x long 4x short ambient air too low ambient air A Input signal of pressure sensor Check pressure sensor ambient air too high ambient air A 15 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal from roll angle sen Check the roll angle sen 1x long 5x short sor too low sor Input signal from roll angle sen Check the roll angle sen sor too high sor A 17 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in lambda probe Check lambda probe cylin 1x long 7x short circuit cylinder 1 der 1 18 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in lambda probe Check lambda probe cylin 1x long 8x short circuit cylind
67. e there is sufficient ventilation and do not start or run the engine in a closed space Start the engine and check that it is oil tight Remove the dipstick 9 and pour in the remaining engine oil Engine oil 2nd quantity 0 60 0 63 at External Engine oil temperature SAE 10W 50 20 C 2 32 F 7 S 222 External Engine oil temperature SAE 5W 40 lt 0 C lt 32 F S 222 Replace the oil dipstick O MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 192 Danger Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can 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 a closed space Start the engine and check that it is oil tight Check the engine oil level S 184 Topping up engine oil e Info Too little engine oil or poor quality engine oil results in premature wear to the engine Check the engine oil level S 184 Engine oil SAE 10W 50 S 222 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 193 Remove the dipstick and top up the engine oil Condition External temperature 2 O C 2 32 F Engine oil SAE 10W 50 S 222 Condition External temperature lt O C lt 32 F Engine oil SAE 5W 40 S 222 Info For optimal performance of the engine oil do not mi
68. eck bellows for tears and leaks and check the linkage of the throt tle valve spigot for freedom of movement A i Check the cable harness of the throttle valve body for damage and cor 2 rect routing A Check hoses of vacuum sensors SLS hoses and vent hoses for dam E m age correct routing and leaks A Check the fuel hose for damage correct routing and leaks V Check fuel pressure Attachments Check the cooling system for leaks A ba kl e Check the water pump for leaks visual check A Check the coolant level S 172 Check the antifreeze A Check the functioning of the radiator fan 4 Check the exhaust system for leaks and correct fitting and check that A the exhaust holders are tight 4 GREASING AND SERVICE TABLE K10N K75A K150A J1A J2A Attachments Check bowden cables for damage smooth operation kink free routing X and adjustment 4 Check the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch S 175 Check the air filter and change if necessary Clean the air filter box A Drain the drainage hose of the air filter box A Check cables for damage and kink free routing 4 Check the headlight adjustment S 167 Check the functioning of the electrical equipment Check the fairing parts for damage and breakage V
69. eck the engine oil level S 184 Check the engine for oil leaks Check the fuel level Bleed fork legs S 100 Guideline every 1 000 km 621 4 mi Check the chain tension S 123 Clean the chain S 122 Check the tire condition S 143 Checking the tire air pressure S 145 Check the brake fluid level of the front brake S 130 Check the rear brake fluid level S 133 Check the front brake linings S 132 Check the rear brake linings S 135 Check the brake system Check the coolant level S 172 Check the adjustment and smooth operation of all operating elements Check the functioning of the electrical equipment Check that any luggage is fastened correctly Siton the motorcycle and check the setting of the rear mirror RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 82 Starting Danger Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can 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 a closed space 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 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Press the emergency OFF switch into the position O Switch on the ignition by turning the black ignition key t
70. engine Remove screws Remove the oil filter cover with the O ring Pull the oil filter element out of the oil filter case Circlip pliers reverse 51012011000 Completely drain the engine oil Clean the parts and the sealing area thoroughly MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 190 Insert the oil filter O Lubricate the O ring of the oil filter cover Fit the oil filter cover Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining engine screws M5 6 Nm 4 4 Ibf ft Fitting A j 700291 01 e Info Too little engine oil or poor quality engine oil results in premature wear to the engine The oil must be topped up in two steps Engine oil 3 601 3 8 qt External Engine oil temperature SAE 10W 50 2 0 C 2 32 F S 222 External Engine oil temperature SAE 5W 40 lt 0 C lt 32 F S 222 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Remove the dipstick 9 and top up the engine oil Engine oil 1st quantity 3 00 3 17 qt External Engine oil temperature SAE 10W 50 20 C 2 32 F S 222 External Engine oil temperature SAE 5W 40 lt 0 C lt 32 F S 222 Replace the oil dipstick Danger Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can result in unconsciousness and or death When running the engine always make sur
71. er 2 der 2 4 24 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in voltage supply Check voltage supply to EFI 2x long 4x short circuit to EFI control unit control unit 4 25 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in sidestand switch Check the sidestand 2x long 5x short circuit switch Ad 33 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in injection valve Check injection valve cylin 3x long 3x short circuit cylinder 1 der 1 34 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in injection valve Check injection valve cylin 3x long 4x short circuit cylinder 2 der 2 37 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in ignition coil cir Check the ignition coil 3x long 7x short cuit cylinder 1 cylinder 1 A 38 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in ignition coil cir Check the ignition coil 3x long 8x short cuit cylinder 2 cylinder 2 A ENGINE CONTROL FLASH CODE 6x long 1x short system basic setting 200 Fault Description Possible cause Action 41 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Interruption short circuit to Check fuel pump 4x long 1x short ground in fuel pump control control A circuit Short circuit to plus in fuel Check fuel pump pump control circuit control A 45 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction or short circuit to Check heating of lambda 4x long 5x short ground in lambda pr
72. es Motorcycling is a wonderful sport and we naturally hope that you can enjoy it to the full However it can also lead to problems with the environment and conflict with other persons Responsible behavior in handling the motorcycle can help to avoid such problems and con flicts To ensure the future of motorcycle sport make sure you use the motorcycle legally demonstrate a consciousness for the environ ment and respect the rights of others IMPORTANT NOTES o Be sure to pay attention to the notes and warnings given here e Info Various notes and warning stickers are attached to the vehicle Do not remove any notes and warning stickers If these are removed you or other persons may not recognize potential danger and therefore be liable to injury Danger Danger of leading to immediate certain serious permanent injuries or death Warning Danger of probable serious permanent injuries or death Note Danger of considerable engine or material damage Warning Danger of environmental damage Be sure to read these operating instructions carefully and completely before taking your first ride They contain much information and tips that will help you to operate and handle your motorcycle Only in this way will you find out how to adjust the motorcycle best for your own use and how to protect yourself from injury These operating instructions also contain important information about servicing the motorcycle The se
73. et except RACEODO TOPSPEED menu no function no function The display The display of Last Next display mode changes to the Lap Last and SET UP menu Best are set to 0 LAP BESTLAP Last The next lap is dis The previous lap is The display All values in Next display mode Lap menu played displayed changes to the RACE mode are SET UP menu reset except RACEODO LAP BESTLAP The next lap is dis The previous lap is The display All values in Next display mode TopSpeed menu played displayed changes to the RACE mode are SET UP menu reset except RACEODO OPERATING ELEMENTS Table of functions Display Press the button E Press the button ES Press the button ES Press the Press the MODE button and the button ES for MODE button for 3 briefly 3 5 seconds 5 seconds Total distance no function no function The display All values in Next display mode menu in Race mode changes to the RACE mode are RACEODO SET UP menu reset except RACEODO SET UP menu The arrow moves up The arrow moves no function The menu in front The menu in front of the down of the arrow is arrow is selected selected CHANGE MODE Changes the menu Changes the menu no function Opening and exit Opening and menu ing CHANGE MODE exiting CHANGE MODE SET CLOCK menu increases the value reduces the value no function Open and Open and exit SET CLOCK exit SET CLOCK or or change to next value change to next
74. ever dismantle the shock absorber or carry out any mainte nance on it yourself Turn the adjusting screw clockwise up to the last perceptible click Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber type Guideline Rebound damping Comfort 15 clicks Standard 10 clicks Sport 5 clicks full payload 10 clicks e Info Turn clockwise to increase damping turn counterclockwise to reduce suspension damping Adjusting spring preload of shock absorber 4 Warning Danger of accidents Modifications to the chassis can seriously alter the vehicle s handling characteristics Following modifications ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new handling characteristics MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 105 Info The spring preload defines the initial situation of the spring process on the shock absorber An optimally adjusted spring preload is adapted to the rider s weight and ensures a compromise between easy handling and stabil ity Take the weight off the rear wheel and swingarm e Info The spring preload can be adjusted correctly only if the rear wheel and the swingarm are fully relieved of weight Loosen screw two turns but do not remove Turn the adjusting ring anticlockwise with the toolset wrench until the spring is com pletely relaxed Hook wrench 69012022000 Extension 60012060000
75. f the thread To reposition the cable of the lambda probe fix the plug in cable binder in the remaining free drill hole e Info Check the cable routing The cable of the lambda probe must not be taut e Info The engine oil level must be checked at normal engine operating temperature Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 185 Remove oil dipstick Check the engine oil level in the measurement range e info After switching off the engine wait one minute before checking the level The engine oil level must be in the middle Q of the measurement range of the oil dipstick If the enigne oil level is outside the specified range Top up the engine oil S 192 Replace the oil dipstick Drain the engine oil and clean the oil screens A S 185 Fill up with engine oil 4 S 190 700349 01 Warning Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motocycle is driven Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves If you scald yourself hold the affected area under cold water immediately MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage Dispose of oil grease filters fuel cleaning substances brake fluid batteries etc according to regulations e Info Drain the engine oil only when the engine i
76. flashes 3x short 1 second munication nication A pause 2x short 60 Immobilizer indicator lamp E2PROM malfunction Change the immobilizer flas hes 6x short control unit 4 ENGINE CONTROL FLASH CODE 198 Fault Description Possible cause Action 02 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in ignition pulse Check the ignition pulse 2x short generator circuit generator A 06 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal of throttle valve Check circuit A of throttle 6x short position generator circuit A too valve position generator A low Input signal of throttle valve Check circuit A of throttle position generator circuit A too valve position generator A high 07 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal of throttle valve Check circuit B of throttle 7x short position generator circuit B too valve position generator 4 low Input signal of throttle valve Check circuit B of throttle position generator circuit B too valve position generator 4 high 09 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal from pressure sen Check pressure sensor 9x short sor induction manifold cylin induction manifold cylin der 1 too low der 1 Input signal from pressure sen Check pressure sensor sor induction manifold cylin induction manifold cylin der 1 too high der 1 11 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Input signal from pressur
77. for the motorcycle Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding Do not make any changes to the vehicle and use only KTM approved recommended parts e Info Parts from other manufacturers can reduce the operational safety of the vehicle Run the engine in S 78 Running the engine in Do not exceed the specified engine speed and load during the running in period Guideline Maximum engine speed During the first 1 000 km 621 4 mi 7 500 rpm After the first 1 000 km 621 4 mi 10 500 rpm TIPS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION Avoid full throttle operation Loading the vehicle A A Warning Danger of accidents Unstable riding behavior Do not exceed the maximum permitted weight and axle loads The overall weight consists of motorcycle operational and with a full tank driver and passenger with protective clothing and helmet baggage Warning Danger of accidents Unstable handling characteristics due to incorrect mounting of suitcase and or tank rucksack Mount and secure suitcase and tank rucksack according to the manufacturer s instructions Warning Danger of accidents Unstable handling characteristics at high speed Adapt your speed according to your payload If the motorcycle is loaded with luggage ride more slowly Maximum speed with luggage 130 km h 80 8 mph Warning Danger of accidents Destruction of luggage carrie
78. front The menu in front of the down of the arrow is arrow is selected selected TPMS menu Switches the tire Switches the tire no function Open and Open and pressure display pressure display exit OPTION TPMS exit OPTION TPMS on off on off OPTION OUTERTEMP Switches the exter Switches the exter no function Open and Open and menu nal temperatur dis nal temperatur dis exit OPTION OUTTEMP exit OPTION OUTTEMP play on off play on off OPERATING ELEMENTS Table of conditions and activability Display ROAD mode ODO menu The igni tion is on ROAD mode The igni tion is on The motor cycle is standing The igni tion is on RACE mode The igni tion is on The motor cycle is standing RACE mode The igni tion is on The motor cycle is standing Menu can be activated FUELDISTANCE menu FUELRANGE menu DISTANCE TO Next Service menu LAPSTOGO menu TOPSPEED menu LAP BESTLAP LastLap menu LAP BESTLAP TopSpeed menu Total distance menu in Race mode RACEODO SET UP menu CHANGE MODE menu SET CLOCK menu SETTINGS menu SHIFT RPMS menu LAP menu LAP BLANK T button SET NUM LAPS menu TRIP F RESET menu OPERATING ELEMENTS Table of conditions and activability Display The igni The igni The igni
79. ft the cover O of the filler cap and insert the ignition key in the lock Turn the ignition key clockwise until the filler cap opens Open the filler cap OPERATING ELEMENTS 12 Close the filler cap Push down the filler cap slightly until the lock closes Remove the ignition key and close the cover The supporting strap O is provided for the passenger to hold on to 700244 01 OPERATING ELEMENTS 13 The seat lock O is behind the seat It can be locked with the ignition key 700245 01 The tool set O is in the storage compartment under the seat OPERATING ELEMENTS 14 700337 01 e SS v p V The steel cable in the tool set can be used to lock a helmet to the vehicle to prevent it from being stolen Warning Danger of accidents Impairment of handling characteristics and vehicle operation by a fitted helmet lock or helmet Do not use the helmet lock for holding a helmet or other objects during the jour ney Always remove the helmet lock before starting out The passenger footrests can be folded up and down Possible states e Passenger footrests folded up For operation without a passenger e Passenger footrests folded down For operation with a passenger OPERATING ELEMENTS 15 F The shift lever is mounted on the left of the engine The gear positions can be seen in the picture The ne
80. g although the adjusting screws turn during the adjustment work However you should also adjust the rebound damping when you alter the spring preload Lean the motorcycle on the side stand MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE a x Y j Remove bleeder screws briefly Y Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork Mount and tighten bleeder screws e info Perform this action on both fork legs Compression damping of the shock absorber C H The shock absorber can coordinate the compression damping separately in the low and high O speed range Dual Compression Control The term low and high speed refers to the movement of the shock absorber during compres sion and not the riding speed of the motorcycle The low and high speed adjustment works for all areas 1a Mt 700340 01 Adjusting the low speed compression damping of the shock absorber Danger Danger of accidents The shock absorber is under high pressure The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen so never dismantle the shock absorber or carry out any mainte nance on it yourself MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 102 e Info The low speed setting can be seen during the slow to normal compression of the shock absorber Turn the adjusting screw O clockwise with a screwdriver up to the last perceptible click e Info Do not loosen nut 6 Turn back counterclo
81. gearbox and the clutch are lubricated with the oil as the engine The JASO MA Standard meets these special requirements The SAE viscosity classes were defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers and are used for classifying oils according to their viscos ity The viscosity describes only one property of oil and says nothing about quality INDEX 221 B Cleaners o ds er e UU ek Reed a 122 Battery Chain sliding guard MA TERRE 150 Checking D a aS ote Bas 128 recliargillg ceras eee er kite prem E be d 151 Chain tension removing vta da ias ira 148 ad Ustitig a a here EA A a 124 Blank time of the LAP button LAP BLANK T checking e 123 adjusting 25 AA A AE 65 Chassis number 0 00 cece eee eee eae 16 Brake disc of rear brake Cleaning rore EDD BO eR xs 202 203 CHECKING ata lol at daa ed 129 Clutch Brake discs front checking fluid level o o oooooooooo o 175 MIU DI al ade o Be Pate e A wen 128 correcting fuel level o o o ooo ooo oo 176 Brake fluid Clutch level iiu rara 19 topping up brake fluid of front brake 130 adjusting basic position 1 eee eee eee eee es 175 topping up for rear brake 2 ee eee 134 Combination instrument Brake fluid level activation and test 26 of front brake checking lee 130 display sse nnn 27 of rear brake checking isses 133 function buttons handlebar llle 25 Brake lini 132 indicator lamps iussa ad a Dn ade 29 rake
82. grind on the brake disc The braking effect is greatly reduced and the brake discs are destroyed Check the brake linings for minimum thickness O Minimum thickness Q 2 1 mm 20 04 in Ifthe minimum thickness is less than specified Change the rear brake linings 4 EN 700266 01 Jack up the motorcycle rear end S 96 Jack up the motorcycle at the front S 95 Remove the screws O from both brake calipers Press back the brake linings with a light lateral tilting of the brake calipers on the brake disc Pull the brake caliper carefully back from the brake disc and hang it to one side e Info Do not pull the handbrake lever when the brake calipers are removed MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 137 Loosen screws O and O Unscrew screw about 6 turns press your hand on the screw to push the wheel spin dle out of the fork stub Remove screw Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by damaged brake discs Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the brake discs are not dam aged Holding the front wheel withdraw the wheel spindle Take the front wheel out of the fork Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking 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 screw and wheel spi
83. herefore have to take precautions against the aggressive road salt If the vehicle has been used on salted roads clean it with cold water Warm water intensifies the effects of salt Clean the motorcycle S 202 Treat the engine swingarm and all other bare or galvanized parts except the brake discs with a wax based anticorrosive e info Avoid getting anticorrosive on the brake discs this would badly affect the braking After riding on salted roads thoroughly wash the motorcycle with cold water and dry it well Clean the chain S 122 STORAGE Storage Info If you want to garage the motorcycle 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 Make sure the tank is as empty as possible so that you can fill up with fresh fuel when you put the motorcycle back into operation Clean the motorcycle S 202 Change the engine oil and filter clean the oil screen V S 185 Check the coolant level S 172 Check the antifreeze A Checking the tire air pressure S 145 Remove the battery A S 148 Recharge the battery A 9 S 151 Guideline Storage temperature of battery without direct sunshine
84. hows the number of the lap with the best lap time LastLap shows the time of the lap behind LAP lap shows the difference to the lap before Lap shows the difference to the lap after 400446 01 Press the button Ed The next lap is displayed Press the button ES The previous lap is displayed Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the All values in RACE mode are reset except RACEODO MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 40 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing e RACE mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until LAP BESTLAP TopSpeed appears in the info display LAP shows the selected lap BESTLAP shows the lap in which the highest maximum speed was reached TopSpeed shows maximum speed of the lap behind LAP lap shows the difference to the lap before zLap shows the difference to the lap after 400447 01 Press the button Ed The next lap is displayed Press the button ES The previous lap is displayed Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the All values in RACE mode are reset except RACEODO MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 41 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle i
85. igh 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 block Warning Danger of accidents Malfunctions caused by incorrect ignition key position Do not change the ignition key position during a journey Warning Danger of accidents Distraction from traffic activity by adjustments to the vehicle Make all adjustments when the vehicle is at a standstill Warning Risk of injury The passenger must be able to sit securely on the passenger seat The passenger must hold on to the rider or supporting strap firmly and place his her feet on the passenger footrests Observe the regulations concerning the minimum age for passengers in your country Warning Danger of accidents Danger of accidents caused by dangerous driving Observe the traffic regulations and ride defensively and with foresight in order to recognize danger as early as possible RIDING INSTRUCTIONS A A A A Note Warning Danger of accidents Reduced road grip with cold tires On every journey take the first miles carefully at moderate speed until the tires reach operating temperature and optimal road grip is ensured Warning Danger of accidents Reduced road grip with new tires New tires have a smooth roll surface and therefore cannot provide full road grip The entire roll surface must be roughened in the first 200 kilometers 124 3 miles by moderat
86. info display Press the MODE button briefly Y LAP BLANK T appears on the info display e info At delivery LAP BLANK T is set to 1 second Tip With LAP BLANK T you can prevent the lap from being timed too short This may happen if you accidentally press the LAP button twice in a row Set the blank time of the LAP button with the button Ed or the button ES e Info LAP BLANK T can be set between 1 and 200 Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the SETTINGS menu Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on BACK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 66 Setting number of laps SET NUM LAPS XXSETTINGSXX TOTAL LAPS 400462 01 Press the button El briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on EXIT SETUP in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display Press the button E twice until the symbol is on SET NUM LAPS in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Y TOTAL LAPS appears on the info display with the number of laps e info When delivered the number of TOTAL LAPS is set to 99 laps Set the number of laps with the button Ed or the
87. ion the cover with the membrane Mount and tighten screws e info Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water Lo MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 132 Brake linings The brake linings fitted by KTM have been tested over long periods and guarantee optimal braking characteristics The type names of the brake linings are entered in the homologation documents Info Brake linings available in accessories shops are often untested and unapproved for use on KTM vehicles The structure and friction coefficient of the brake linings and therefore the brake power can vary considerably from the original KTM brake linings If brake linings other than those supplied as originals are used there is no guarantee that they correspond to the original homologation The vehicle then no longer corresponds to the condition at delivery and the guarantee is no longer valid Checking the front brake linings Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking caused by worn brake linings Have worn brake linings replaced immediately in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop Note Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to damaged brake discs If the brake linings are not changed in time the steel brake lining carriers grind on the brake disc The braking effect is greatly reduced and the brake discs are destroyed MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Check the brake linings for minimum thickness O Minimum thickness
88. itch off the engine Remove the seat S 146 Disconnect the negative minus cable of the battery to prevent damage to the vehicle s electronics MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 153 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 bat tery and to test the generator With this device you cannot overcharge the battery e Info Never remove the lid O Charge the battery according to the instructions on the battery casing After charging the battery switch off the battery charger Reconnect 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 Fit the seat S 146 100151 10 Changing the main fuse Warning Fire hazard The electrical system can be overloaded by the use of incorrect fuses Use only fuses with the prescribed amperage Never by pass or repair fuses MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 154 e info The main fuse protects all power consuming components of the vehicle The main fuse is under the seat Switch off all power consuming components and switch off the engine Remove the seat S 146 Remove protection covers Remove a defe
89. leaner and then brush off with a soft brush Motorcycle cleaner S 225 e Info Use warm water mixed with a normal commercial engine cleaner and a soft sponge If the vehicle has been used on salted roads clean it with cold water Warm water intensifies the effects of salt After cleaning the motorcycle thoroughly with a soft jet of water dry it with compressed air and a cloth CLEANING Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to wet or dirty brakes Clean or dry dirty or wet brakes by riding and braking gently After cleaning ride a short distance until operating temperature is reached and apply the brakes e Info The heat causes water to evaporate from inaccessible parts of the engine and brakes After the engine has cooled down lubricate or grease all moving parts and bearings Clean the chain S 122 Treat bare metal except for brake discs and the exhaust system with an anticorrosive Cleaning and polishing materials for metal rubber and plastic S 224 Treat all painted parts with a mild lacquer care spray High luster polish for paint S 224 Oil the ignition steering lock tank lock and seat lock Universal oil spray S 225 CONSERVATION FOR WINTER OPERATION 204 Conservation for winter operation Info e If you use the motorcycle in the winter you have to expect salt on the roads You t
90. linings AS O oue A AN 28 of front brake checking o o o oooooooooooo 132 Notes Warhlflgs iud casas ara a ahead FN ga 30 of rear brake checking cece eee eee 135 Conservation for winter operation 204 Brakes LIA TA E RTS 87 P Braking La a A A eT eh deis 87 Coolant level r Checking vic cee ei ERA a a DIA a 172 Cooling system llle 171 Chain filling compensating tank lee 173 Checking fOr Git si uda mh RR 121 checking for wear ee ees 127 INDEX 228 E Foot brake pedal et 76 Electric starter button llis esses 23 adjusting isses nn 121 Emergency OFF switch o o ooo o oooooo 22 Footbrake pedal stub Engine ad stlng xs a ea dena ar S a dw 120 FUI O onde ocn RORIS RORIS RO UU Des 78 Footrest position llle 113 Engine number 0 0 00 RB 17 adjusting sees nn 113 Engine oil EOIK o re erred a Cx an Geta ana e am n 97 changing Scu EE of reus Lebe oh eun Set hanes 185 Adjusting compression damping 97 SII MERE CETERO TUE 185 Adjusting rebound llle 98 SU RETIRER E POPE 190 adjusting spring preload llle 99 topping O ELT PEERS 192 bleeding fork legS ees 100 Engine oil level Fork part number 2 1 nnm 17 CHECKING ra Bath cee htt ter n eds Mone tea tque 184 Front wheel Environment 0 0 000000 RII 9 fitting cesses nne 137 Ing prex
91. n briefly Y The selected unit appears on the left of the display Select the unit with the button Ed or the button ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the UNITS menu Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on BACK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Press the button B briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on EXIT SETUP in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Condition The ignition is on The motorcycle is standing OPERATING ELEMENTS xx OPTIONS xx OUTERTENP A EMBLED 400466 01 Press the button ES and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E four times until the symbol is on OPTIONS in the info display Press the button E once until the symbol gt is on OPTIONS OUTTEMP in the info dis play Press the MODE button briefly Y You see ENABLED or DISABLED on the info display You can switch the external temperature display on off with the button ES or the but ton ES Press the MODE button briefly Y The settings are stored and the display changes to the OPTIONS menu Press the button E briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on BACK in the info display Press the MODE button briefly Press the button El briefly and repeatedly until the symbol is on EXIT SETUP in the info display Press the MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 7 Li
92. ndle O Lift the front wheel into the fork position it and insert the wheel spindle Mount and tighten screw O Guideline Screw front wheel spindle M25x1 5 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 138 Position the brake calipers and check that the brake linings are seated correctly Mount and tighten screws 6 Guideline Screw front brake caliper M10x1 25 45 Nm Loctite 2437 33 2 Ibf ft Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake pads are lying correctly on the brake disc Take the front of the motorcycle off the work stand S 95 Take the rear of the motorcycle off the work stand S 96 Pull the front brake and compress the fork powerfully a few times Y The fork legs straighten Fully tighten screws O Guideline Screw fork stub M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Jack up the motorcycle rear end S 96 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 139 Remove nut Remove chain adjuster Withdraw the wheel spindle Push the rear wheel forwards as far as possible and take the chain off the rear sprocket Pull the rear whell backwards until the brake caliper support O hangs free between the brake disc and the wheel rim Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by damaged brake discs Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the b
93. ng wear of the clutch lining disc Do not use brake fluid Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 3 i Check the fluid level The fluid level must be between the MIN and MAX markings Ifthe fluid level does not meet specifications Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch S 176 700350 01 Correcting fluid level of hydraulic clutch e Info The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch lining disc Do not use brake fluid Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position Remove screw cover with membrane Correct the fuel level Guideline The fluid level must be between the MIN and MAX markings Hydraulic fluid 15 S 223 Refit screw with membrane E 700284 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 177 Move the handlebar to the straight ahead position With the diagnostics tool KTM DIA place the control motor for the throttle valve position into the neutral position Loosen the counter nut O y Adjust the gas Bowden cable with the adjusting screw y Guideline i 1 Play in gas Bowden cable 3 5 mm 0 12 0 2 in Tighten the counter nut O By removing or inserting the spacing sleeves O you can set the handlebar height at two different
94. ngine sprocket for wear 126 Changing fuses of individual power consumers 155 Checking chain Wear ari ig ts ER Le iet etes 127 Changing the low beam bulb e 157 Checking chain sliding guard uscar ioc ior cerita 128 Change the high beam bulb certes 160 Checking front brake discs occccocccccocncconnnccocnnnoncncnncnonon 128 Changing the parking light bulb c ccccccsesesscsesersesereeereres 164 Checking rear brake disc ccoocccccocccccccncconnnccnonononcncnncnonon 129 Checking headlight adjustment e 167 Adjusting the basic position of the handbrake lever 129 Adjusting headlamp range cccccccecsessesscsecesseseessetenseeseees 167 Checking brake fluid level of front brake 130 Activating deactivating ignition key eee 168 Topping up brake fluid of front brake Woo ee 130 Cooling yt Mii toe eee te is 171 Brake lines 5s nin i a 132 Checking the coolant level oocccocccocccccconccnnnnncnnonnnononnnos 172 Checking the front brake linings eeeseeeeeeeee 132 Filling the cooling system compensating tank 173 Checking rear brake fluid level ooccococccccccnccocnnccncnnnos 133 Adjusting basic position of clutch lever 175 Topping up rear brake fluid A ee 134 Checking fluid level of hydraulic clutch 175 Checking the rear brak
95. nifold cylinder 1 induction manifold cylin leaky der 1 69 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Connection of pressure sensor Check pressure sensor 6x long 9x short induction manifold cylinder 2 induction manifold cylin leaky der 2 72 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction of throttle valve Check circuit B of throttle 7x long 2x short stepper circuit B stepper motor 4 91 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction of CAN Bus com Check the CAN Bus commu 9x long 1x short munication nication A CLEANING 202 Cleaning motorcycle Note Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high pressure cleaning equipment Never clean the vehicle with high pressure cleaning equipment or a strong water jet The excessive pressure can penetrate electrical components connects Bowden cables and bearings etc and can damage or destroy these parts Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage Dispose of oil grease filters fuel cleaning substances brake fluid batteries etc according to regulations e Info To maintain the value and appearance of the motorcycle over a long period clean it regularly Avoid direct sunshine when cleaning the motorcycle Before cleaning seal the exhaust system to prevent water from entering Remove loose dirt first with a soft jet of water Spray very dirty parts with a normal commercial engine c
96. ning Danger of accidents Failure of brake system Ifthe brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark there may be a leak in the brake system or the brake linings are completely worn out Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop before continuing your journey MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE A A HW Warning Skin irritations Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact Avoid contact with skin and eyes and keep out of the reach of children f brake fluid gets into your eyes rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid Have the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes changed according to the service plan in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage Dispose of oil grease filters fuel cleaning substances brake fluid batteries etc according to regulations Info Never user DOT 5 brake fluid This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple 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 Loosen screw Remove cover Q with membrane O Top up the brake fluid to MAX level Brake fluid DOT 4 DOT 5 1 S 221 Posit
97. nto a higher gear Release the throttle while simultaneously pulling the clutch lever shift into the next gear release the clutch and open the throttle e Info For the positions of the 6 forward gears see the illustration The neutral or idle position is between the first and second gear First gear is used for starting off or for steep inclines When you reach maximum speed after fully opening the throttle turn back the throttle to about 34 of its range the speed hardly drops but the fuel consumption falls consid erably Open the throttle only as far as the road and weather conditions permit Particularly in bends do not shift and open the throttle only very cautiously To shift down brake if necessary 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 For example if the engine stalls at a junction just pull the clutch and press the electric starter button You do not need to shift into neutral Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 87 If the EFI warning lamp MIL starts to light up during the journey stop immediately If you shift to neutral the EFI warning lamp MIL begins to flash e info From the flash rhythm you can deduce a two digit number the so called flash code The flash code tells you which component is affected by a fault
98. nts when the engine is hot Allow the engine and cool ing system to cool down If you scald yourself hold the affected area under cold water immediately Condition Engine is cold Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface 700324 10 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Filling the cooling system compensating tank Check the coolant level in the compensating tank The coolant level must be between MIN and MAX If there is no coolant in the compensating tank Check the cooling system for leaks 4 e Info Do not operate the motorcycle Ifthe coolant level in the compensating tank does not meet specifications but the tank is not empty Fill the cooling system compensating tank S 173 Warning Danger of scalding The coolant gets very hot when the motorcycle is driven and is under high pressure Do not open the radiator radiator hoses or other cooling system components when the engine is hot Allow the engine and cool ing system to cool down If you scald yourself hold the affected area under cold water immediately Warning Danger of poisoning Coolants are poisonous and a health hazard Avoid contact between coolants and skin eyes and clothing If fuel 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 immediately Change
99. o The cables must then be positioned between the upper triple clamp and the handlebar stub The frame rear height can be set to two different positions enabling ergonomic adjustment of the seat height Seat height standard 805 mm 31 69 in Seat height O 825 mm 32 48 in MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting rear frame position Warning Danger of accidents Modifications to the chassis can seriously alter the vehicle s handling characteristics Following modifications ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new handling characteristics Setting a higher seat position Remove screw with washer on the left and right side of the vehicle Press the rear end down until the drill holes of the frame are level with the lower front drill holes of the frame rear Fit the screw and washer on the left and right sides of the vehicle but do not tighten MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 181 Remove screw with washer on the left and right side of the vehicle Press the rear end up until the drill holes of the frame are level with the lower rear drill holes of the frame rear Fit the screw and washer on the left and right sides of the vehicle and tighten Guideline Screw subframe M8 25 Nm Loctite 243 18 4 Ibf ft Tighten the screw on the left and right sides of the vehicle Guideline Screw subframe
100. o the position O Y When you switch on the ignition you hear the fuel pump working for about 2 sec onds At the same time the function test of the combination instrument is run Shift into neutral Y The green idling speed indicator lamp N lights up Press the electric starter button Info Do not press the electric starter button until the combination instrument func tion test finishes Do not open the throttle to start If you open the throttle during starting the engine management does not supply any fuel so the engine cannot start Press the starter for a maximum of 5 seconds without a break Wait at least 5 seconds before trying to start again This motorcycle is equipped with a safety start system The engine will only start if in neutral or if a gear is engaged when the clutch lever is pulled If the side stand is out and the machine is in gear and you release the clutch lever the engine stops Take the weight off the side stand and swing it upwards with your foot as far as it will go Pull the clutch lever shift into first gear release the clutch slowly and at the same time open the throttle RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 84 Shifting riding Warning Danger of accidents An abrupt load alterations can cause the vehicle to get out of control Avoid abrupt load alterations and sudden braking actions and adapt your speed to the road conditions Warning Danger of accidents f you change down at h
101. obe heating probe cylinder 1 A circuit cylinder 1 Malfunction or short circuit to Check heating of lambda plus in lambda probe heating probe cylinder 1 A circuit cylinder 1 46 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction or short circuit to Check heating of lambda 4x long 6x short ground in lambda probe heating probe cylinder 2 A circuit cylinder 2 Malfunction or short circuit to Check heating of lambda plus in lambda probe heating probe cylinder 2 A circuit cylinder 2 49 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in idling control Check idle speed 4x long 9x short System circuit control A 50 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in throttle valve Check circuit B of throttle Bx long stepper circuit circuit B stepper motor A 54 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Interruption short circuit to Check the secondary air 5x long 4x short ground in secondary air valve valve A circuit Short circuit to plus in sec Check the secondary air ondary air valve circuit valve A 61 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in idling control Check idle speed control A ENGINE CONTROL FLASH CODE 201 Fault Description Possible cause Action 62 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Malfunction in idling control Check idle speed 6x long 2x short system control A 68 EFI Warning lamp MIL flashes Connection of pressure sensor Check pressure sensor 6x long 8x short induction ma
102. off the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position amp Pull out the orange programming key Y All black ignition keys are deactivated Order a new black ignition key according to the key number on the KEYCODECARD and activate it Activating ignition key Press the emergency OFF switch into the position O Insert the orange programming key in the ignition lock Switch on the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position O Y EFI warning lamp MIL lights up switches off and then starts to flash Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up Switch off the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position G3 Pull out the orange programming key Insert the black ignition key in the ignition lock Switch on the ignition by turning the black ignition key to the position O Y EFI warning lamp MIL lights up switches off and then starts to flash Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up switches off briefly and switches on again Switch off the ignition by turning the black ignition key to the position I Remove the black ignition key MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 171 To activate further ignition keys repeat the last 4 steps with the respective ignition key Insert the orange programming key in the ignition lock Switch on the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position O Y EFI warning lamp MI
103. oncnnnns 20 Flasher SWITtCDIz siio ots ia 21 Horri button cbe al iaa 21 Igrition steering loCk iia iiti en nbi Mire 22 Emergency OFF SWItCh cccooccccoccnconcncconnncnnnnccnccnnonononancnnnns 22 Electric starter BUTON 6e eai dit 23 Combination instrument OVervieW ccccoccnccoccnccncnncnnnnnnnons 24 Combination instrument function buttons on handlebar 25 Combination instrument activation and test 26 display sss en Nx vut a ere ama de of eM rins dete ents 27 Modistas 28 Indicator lamps octies ime e owed eeu e a es 29 Notes warnings on the combination instrument 30 3 ODO TIG ls ice dotadas Gate s do DR adds 33 FUELDISTANCE Menu eire eei ee ere co 34 FUELRANGE MENUA a o end oett rv v ede repa 35 DISTANCE TO Next Service menu cocccocccncnnncnoncnoncnoncnoninnns 36 LAPSTOGO MENU 1 2 IE ea diia 37 TOPSPEED Melia tee ea certa ede ida 38 LAP BESTLAP LastLap MeNU cccoccncnncnnncncncnncnonononcononononinnns 39 LAP BESTLAP TopSpeed MeNl occncnncncncncncncnnnnncnncononononinnns 40 Total distance menu in Race mode RACEODO 41 SETUP Men Pai ca tee cited te arena 42 CHANGE MODE Men tne traidora EORR eR 43 SET CLOCK MENU iter ra as 44 SETTINGS MON ais uiii e cre etre la cede pec de ED de epos 45 SHIFT RPMS Men tess uu rhetor te Rep Pe ets eei Regg tad 46 LAP menu LAP BLANK T button oococcnccncnccnoccnroncnncnnnnonons 47 SET NUM LAPS MENU aiei snein apo
104. onrod bearing M10x1 Step 1 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Step 2 30 Nm 22 1 Ibf ft Step 3 90 Plug cam lever axis M10x1 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Screw cylinder head M11x1 5 Step 1 lubricated with engine oil 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Step 2 30 Nm 22 1 Ibf ft Step 3 90 Step 4 90 Coolant temperature sensor M12x1 5 12 Nm 8 9 Ibf ft Screw ignition rotor M12x1 5 90 Nm 66 4 Ibf ft Spark plug M12x1 5 12 Nm 8 9 Ibf ft Oil drain plug M20x1 5 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Nut inner clutch hub M22x1 5 130 Nm 95 9 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw in generator cover M24x1 5 8 Nm 5 9 Ibf ft Plug timing chain tensioner M24x1 5 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Nut primary gear M33LHx1 5 130 Nm 95 9 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS Frame Lattice frame made of chromium molybdenum steel tubing powder coated Fork WP Suspension Up Side Down 4354 Shock absorber WP Suspension 4014 VP Suspension travel front 120 mm 4 72 in rear 125 mm 4 92 in Brake system front Double disc brake with radially screwed four piston brake calipers float mounted brake discs rear Single disc brake with dual piston brake caliper rigid mounted brake disc Brake discs diameter front 320 mm 12 6 in rear 220 mm 8 66 in Brake discs wear limit front 4 0 mm 0 157 in rear 4 5 mm 0 177 in Tire air pressure Solo front 2 5 bar 36 psi
105. ootrest posi tion or a sporting upper footrest position Mount and tighten screws Guideline Screw front footrest bracket M8 25 Nm Loctite 243 18 4 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Repeat adjustment work on the footrest bracket on the other side Adjust the shift lever S 116 Adjust the footbrake pedal S 121 700309 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting shift lever stub desired lever length Remove the screw with the shift lever stub Position the shift lever stub with the screw in one of the holes O according to the Guideline Standard Central hole Tighten screw Guideline Screw shift lever stub M6 10 Nm Loctite 243 7 4 Ibf ft Adjusting shift lever e Info The footrest system offers many ways of adjusting the shift lever to your riding style and requirements MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Remove screws Q and take off the shift rod The length of the shift rod can be adjusted by means of the screw thread Guideline Shift rod 115 130 mm 4 53 5 12 in Loosen the counter nuts O Adjust the shift shaft e Info Make the same adjustments on both sides After the counter nuts have been tightened the bearings of the shift shaft must be central and aligned identically to each other in order to ensure freedom of movement
106. or falling over Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface Secure the motorcycle against falling over Remove the work stand from the front MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 96 Note Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away or falling over Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface Insert the work stand adapter in the rear of the work stand Work stand adapter 61029055120 Work stand rear 61029055100 Stand the motorcycle upright align the work stand to the link fork and the adapters and jack up the motorcycle Note Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away or falling over Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface Secure the motorcycle against falling over Remove the work stand from the rear and lean the vehicle on the sidestand MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 97 Fork shock absorber The fork and the shock absorber offer many options of adapting the chassis to your riding style and the payload e Info l To help you adapt the vehicle we have summarized our findings in Table O You will find the table on the underside of the seat For all damping steps start from the maximum screwed in position with the highest damping factor and set to the specified values Do not use excessive force to turn the adjusting screws against the stop and take the last per
107. our km h or in miles per hour Mph The time appears in segment O e Info After reconnecting the battery or changing the fuse the time must be reset The coolant temperature is shown in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit in segment O The info display O shows additional information 400430 12 OPERATING ELEMENTS The info display 9 has two menus Menu 1 is ROAD mode standard for riding on public roads Menu 2 is RACE mode for riding on race courses It allows riders to time laps themselves If the general warning lamp lights up the corresponding message is shown periodically in the info display Information repeat 45s The information shown in the info display can be controlled with the function buttons 400430 13 OPERATING ELEMENTS 29 400430 14 ossi v c 000 900 le states The flasher indicator lamp flashes green in same rhythm as the flasher The flasher is switched on The oil indicator lamp lights up red The oil pressure is too low The shift warning light shows flashes red The set shift speed is reached The idling speed indicator lamp lights up green The gearbox is in neutral The high beam indicator lamp lights up blue The high beam is on EFI warning lamp MIL lights up flashes red The OBD has detected an emission or safety critical error The general warning light shows green An operating safet
108. positions Long distance sleeve 15 mm 0 59 in With distance sleeves the handlebar stub is positioned low for sports use Removing the distance sleeves gives a more upright sitting position Standard Low position with distance sleeve Ll MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 178 Adjusting handlebar height e info The handlebar stub position must be identical on the left and the right of the vehicle Loosen screw O e info Loosen the screw several turns to prevent damaging the fork lacquer when mov ing the handlebar stub Remove screw O Remove the spacer 6 All cables routed under the upper triple clamp must now be routed under the handlebar stub Push the handlebar stub carefully up to the upper triple clamp Mount and tighten screw Guideline j 1 Remaining chassis screws M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft 700319 01 HASSIS AND ENGINE MAINTENANCE WORK ON C 179 P d 2 Tighten the screw A 7 Y F Guideline Screw handlebar stub M8 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft 700320 01 400439 10 Repeat the adjustments on the other handlebar stub Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range If the cables restrict the freedom of movement of the steering Correct the cable routing When fitting the spacers carry out these steps in the same way e Inf
109. pproved and or non recommended tires wheels Only tires wheels approved by KTM and with the corresponding speed index should be used Warning Danger of accidents Reduced road grip with new tires New tires have a smooth roll surface and therefore cannot provide full road grip The entire roll surface must be roughened in the first 200 kilometers 124 3 miles by moderate driving at alternating angles The full grip is not reached until the vehicle has been run in Warning Danger of accidents Brake system failure Ifthe foot brake pedal is not released the brake linings drag permanently The rear brake can fail due to overheating Take your foot off the foot brake pedal if you do not want to brake TIPS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION Info When using your vehicle remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise Make sure that the pre delivery inspection work has been carried out exclusively by an authorized KTM RC8 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 operating elements Adjust the basic position of clutch lever S 175 Adjust the basic position of the handbrake lever S 129 Adjust the footbrake pedal S 121 Get used to handling the vehicle on an empty car park before making a longer trip Try also to ride as slowly as possible to get a better feeling
110. r system If the motorcycle is fitted with luggage cases note the manufacturer s specifications concerning the maximum payload Warning Danger of accidents Poor visibility for other road users due to slipped baggage Ifthe tail light is covered you are less visible to following traffic especially in the dark Check the way your baggage is fixed regularly Warning Danger of accidents Changed handling characteristics and longer stopping distance with excessive payload Adapt your speed according to your payload TIPS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION 80 Warning Danger of accidents Unstable handling characteristics due to slipped baggage Check the way your baggage is fixed regularly f you carry any baggage make sure it is fixed firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight distribu tion between the front and rear wheels Do not exceed the overall maximum permitted weight and the axle loads Guideline Maximum permissible total weight 380 kg 838 Ib Maximum permissible front axle load 200 kg 441 Ib Maximum permissible rear axle load 220 kg 485 Ib RIDING INSTRUCTIONS checks to be made before putting into operation e info During operation the motorcycle must be in a technically perfect condition In the interest of riding safety you should get into the habit of making a general check of the motorcycle before every journey Ch
111. rake discs are not dam aged Take the rear wheel carefully out of the swingarm without damaging the rim and or brake disc e Info Do not operate the foot brake when the rear wheel is removed MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 140 fitting the rear wheel Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking 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 Danger of accidents No braking effect when operating the rear brake After installing the rear wheel always operate the footbrake until the pressure point is reached Check the rear hub shock absorbers S 143 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 141 Remove bushing 6 and bushing Clean and grease the roll surfaces of the bushing and the shaft seal rings Long life grease S 224 Fit the bushings Clean the thread of the wheel spindle and nut Clean the contact areas of the brake caliper support and swingarm 700313 01 Push the brake caliper support completely to the rear Position the rear wheel and position the brake caliper support between the rim and the brake disc Position the brake caliper on the brake disc Position the rear wheel on the bearing surfaces in the swingarm 700314 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 142
112. rear 2 5 bar 36 psi Tire air pressure with passenger full payload front 2 5 bar 36 psi rear 2 9 bar 42 psi Secondary drive 17 37 TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS Chain 5 8 x 5 16 X ring Steering head angle 66 7 Wheelbase 1 435 mm 56 5 in Seat height unloaded Lower frame rear position 805 mm 31 69 in Upper frame rear position 825 mm 32 48 in Ground clearance unloaded 110 mm 4 33 in Weight without fuel 188 kg 414 Ib Maximum permissible front axle load 200 kg 441 Ib Maximum permissible rear axle load 220 kg 485 Ib Maximum permissible total weight 380 kg 838 Ib Battery YTZ14S Battery voltage 12 V Nominal capacity 11 Ah maintenance free Fuse 58011109130 30A Fuse 75011088015 15A Fuse 75011088010 10A Lighting equipment Low beam high beam H7 12V 55W Parking light W2 1x9 5d 12V BW Instrument lights and control lamps LED Flasher light LED TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS 214 Brake tail light LED License plate lamp W2 1x9 5d 12V 5W Front tire 120 70 ZR 17 58 W TL Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro Rear tire 190 55 ZR 17 75 W TL Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro For further information see the Service section under http www ktm com Capacity fuel Fuel tank content 16 5 4 36 US gal Super unleade
113. rning the ignition key in the seat lock Remove the ignition key from the seat lock Finally check that the seat is correctly mounted MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 147 Remove the seat S 146 Operate lever O Take off the passenger seat toward the top y We NA Position the passenger seat in the space provided Press down the passenger seat until it clicks into place Finally check that the passenger seat is correctly mounted Me 700275 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 148 Remove the seat S 146 Position the steel cable from the toolset with one loop on the lug Steel cable 60012015000 Guide the steel cable through the helmet opening Then position the free loop of the steel cable on the lug Position the helmet carefully on the side of the motorcycle Fit the seat S 146 A 700336 01 Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious cauterization Keep batteries out of the reach of children Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases Keep the battery away from sparks or open fire Charge only in well ventilated rooms 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 doctor S
114. rvice manual is an important component of the motorcycle and should be passed on to the new owner if the bike is sold VIEW OF VEHICLE 12 View of vehicle front left side 700243 10 VIEW OF VEHICLE Clutch lever Light switch headlight flasher switch indicator switch horn button Filler cap Seat Seat lock Oil dipstick Side stand Shift lever WO CON Al O AJOJ N e Passenger footrests VIEW OF VEHICLE View of vehicle rear right side 700242 10 VIEW OF VEHICLE Passenger seat Supporting strap Rear mirror Combination instrument Emergency OFF switch electric starter button Hand brake lever Chassis number type label olon IAIA AJOJ Nje Rear brake caliper Foot brake pedal Engine number H a R o Brake calipers front LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS 16 The chassis number is stamped on the frame behind the steering head on the right The type label is on the frame above the chassis number The key number Code number can be found on the KEYCODECARD Info You need the key number to order a spare key Keep the KEYCODECARD in a safe place Use the orange programming key to activate and deactivate the black ignition key Keep the orange programming key in a safe place it must only be used for learning and programming functions
115. s standing e RACE mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until RACEODO appears at the top of the info display RACEODO shows the total distance covered in RACE mode RaceTrip shows the distance covered since the last reset For example between two refuel ing stops RaceTrip is always running and counts up to 999 9 MaxRPM shows the highest engine speed reached during the RaceTrip TopSpeed shows the highest speed reached during the RaceTrip 400448 01 Press the button Ed no function Press the button ES no function Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the All values in RACE mode are reset except RACEODO MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 400449 01 Condition The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button E3 for 3 5 seconds On the CHANGE MODE menu you can select between ROAD and RACE mode You can set the clock on the SET CLOCK menu On the SETTINGS menu you can set the shift warning light the lap blank time of the LAP button the number of laps and the reset time of the fuel reserve display On the UNITS menu you can set the units for measuring speed distance and temperature On the OPTIONS menu you can switch the tire pressure check and external temperature dis play on off available as a
116. s the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until DISTANCE TO Next Service appears in the info display DISTANCE TO Next Service shows the distance before the next service is necessary Press the button Ed no function 400443 01 Press the button ES no function Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button E for 3 5 seconds Press the no function MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 3 Condition e The ignition is on e RACE mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until LAPSTOGO appears at the top left of the info display LAPSTOGO shows the number of remaining laps If an R appears after LAPSTOGO the stopwatch is running in the background If a P appears after LAPSTOGO the stopwatch in the background is active but waiting for a speed signal The time is not running 400444 01 This function is controlled by the button LAP LastLap shows the lap time of the last round Last shows the difference between the last lap and the lap before last Best shows the difference between the last lap and the best lap If the last lap was the fastest you see behind Best the Best symbol in the info display Press the button Ed no function Press the button ES no function Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the All values in RACE mo
117. s warm Remove screws O Take off the left exhaust cover 700302 10 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Remove the oil filter A S 188 Completely drain the engine oil Guideline Place a suitable container under the engine Stand the motorcycle on its side stand on a horizontal surface Remove the oil drain plug with the magnet O rings and oil screen Thoroughly clean the magnet O and oil screen O of the oil drain plug Fit and tighten the oil drain plug with the magnet O rings and oil screen Oil drain plug M20x1 5 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Fitthe oil filter S 190 700288 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Position the left exhaust cover Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining chassis screws M5 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft 700302 10 Removing oil filter A Warning Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motocycle is driven Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves If you scald yourself hold the affected area under cold water immediately MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage Dispose of oil grease filters fuel cleaning substances brake fluid batteries etc according to regulations Place a suitable container under the
118. sed are explained here Specific name Identifies a name Name Identifies a protected name Brand Identifies a trademark IMPORTANT NOTES KTM sport motorcycles are designed and constructed to meet the normal demands of regular road and race track operation but not for use on dirt roads e Info The motorcycle is authorized for public road traffic in the homologous version only A prerequisite for fault free operation and avoiding premature wear is compliance with the maintenance care and adjustments to the engine and chassis described in the service manual Poor suspension settings can cause damage and breakage to chassis components Using the motorcycle in extreme conditions such as racing can lead to above average wear to components such as the power train or brakes It may therefore be necessary to service or replace worn parts before the wear limit shown in the greasing and service table is reached Pay special attention to the prescribed running in times inspection and maintenance intervals Proper compliance will contribute consid erably to a longer service life of your motorcycle The maintenance work described in the greasing and service table must be carried out exclusively in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop and confirmed in the service record since otherwise any warranty claim is meaningless No warranty claim can be met for damage result ing from manipulation and or other changes to the vehicle The fuels an
119. t on the other fork leg Danger of accidents Modifications to the chassis can seriously alter the vehicle s handling characteristics Following modifications ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new handling characteristics MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Loosen screw but do not remove it Turn the eccentric shaft O to the desired position using the tool from the tool set Guideline Standard LOW Maximum adjustment range between 180 HIGH LOW Open end wrench SW 38 69012021000 e Info You can adjust the chassis height in both directions MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 113 Tighten screw 6 Guideline Remaining chassis screws M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft The adjustable footrest system enables an individual setting of the footrest height and an individual adjustment of the operating elements The lower footrest position enables a more comfortable knee angle the upper footrest posi tion a sporting sitting position and more forward leaning freedom for use in racing e Info The footrest position must be identical on the left and the right HASSIS AND ENGINE 114 MAINTENANCE WORK ON C AY e y 2 Remove screws O Guideline Position the footrest bracket with spacers and screws Standard Lower position e info The adjustable footrest bracket enables a more comfortable lower f
120. ter motor M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES 210 Screw stator clamp M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Plug vacuum connection M6 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw valve cover M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw water pump cover M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw water pump wheel M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Remaining engine screws M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Vacuum connection M6 5 Nm 3 7 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Stud exhaust flange M8 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw timing chain guide rail M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Plug crankshaft retainer M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Screw engine housing M8 18 Nm 13 3 Ibf ft Screw engine console M8 20 Nm 14 8 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw camshaft bearing support M8 Step 1 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Step 2 18 Nm 13 3 Ibf ft Screw camshaft bearing support M8 Step 1 Only applies when using 8 5 Nm 6 27 Ibf ft Hex key bit 61229025000 Step 2 14 5 Nm 10 7 Ibf ft Screw timing chain tensioning rail M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw heat exchanger M8 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft Oil pressure sensor M10x1 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Screw timing chain tensioner release M10x1 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Plug clutch lubrication M10x1 15 Nm 11 1 Ibf ft TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE TIGHTENING TORQUES Screw c
121. th as little free play as possible increases the service life of the shock absorbers 700274 01 Fitting the rear wheel S 140 Tire condition checking Warning Danger of accidents Uncontrollable handling behavior caused by a flat tire For your own safety have damaged tires changed immediately Warning Danger of crashing Impairment of riding behavior 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 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 144 Warning A Danger of accidents Uncontrollable handling characteristics due to non approved and or non recommended tires wheels Only tires wheels approved by KTM and with the corresponding speed index should be used Warning Danger of accidents Reduced road grip with new tires New tires have a smooth roll surface and therefore cannot provide full road grip The entire roll surface must be roughened in the first 200 kilometers 124 3 miles by moderate driving at alternating angles The full grip is not reached until the vehicle has been run in Info The type condition and air pressure of the tires all have an important impact on the riding behavior of the motorcycle Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior especially on wet surfaces Check the front and rear tire for cuts
122. that complies with the specified standards see specifications on the container and that possesses the corre sponding properties KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Hydraulic Fluid 75 according to DIN EN 228 ROZ 95 RON 95 PON 91 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES X Specification KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Chain Clean 611 Specification KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Protect amp Shine 645 Specification KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Moto Polish Specification KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Fett 2000 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES B Specification KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Moto Clean 900 Specification KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Chain Lube 622 Strong Specification KTM recommends Motorex products Suppler Motorex Joker 440 Universal STANDARDS 226 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 specification Whereas long service intervals are demanded for automobile engines high performance at high engine speeds are in the foreground for motorcycle engines With most motorcycles the
123. the Open and exit SET KM MILES MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 52 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button ES and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E three times until the symbol is on UNITS in the info display Press the button Ki once until the symbol is on SET C F in the info display On the SET C F menu you set the unit for the temperature display Press the button Ed Changes the unit Press the button ES Changes the unit Press the button no function and the button ES for 3 5 seconds 400465 01 Press the Open and exit SET C F MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Open and exit SET C F MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 53 Condition The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E four times until the symbol gt is on OPTIONS in the info display On the OPTION TPMS menu you can switch the tire pressure check on off available as accessory On the OPTION OUTTEMP menu you switch the external temperature display on off On the BACK menu you switch back to the SET UP menu The symbol gt shows which menu you can activate with the button MODE 400459 01 Press the button Ed The arrow moves up Press the button ES The arrow moves down Press the button no function and the bu
124. the button ES Press the button and the button ES for 3 5 seconds Switches the external temperatur display on off Switches the external temperatur display on off no function Press the Open and exit OPTION OUTTEMP MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit OPTION OUTTEMP MODE button briefly Table of functions Display Press the button Ed Press the button E Press the button ES Press the Press the MODE button and the button ES for MODE button for 3 briefly 3 5 seconds 5 seconds ODO menu no function no function The display The display of Next display mode changes to the TripDist TripTime SET UP menu and AvgSpeed is reset OPERATING ELEMENTS Table of functions Display Press the button Ed Press the button ES Press the button ES Press the Press the MODE button and the button ES for MODE button for 3 briefly 3 5 seconds 5 seconds FUELDISTANCE no function no function The display no function Next display mode menu changes to the SET UP menu FUELRANGE menu no function no function The display no function Next display mode changes to the SET UP menu DISTANCE TO no function no function The display no function Next display mode Next Service menu changes to the SET UP menu LAPSTOGO menu no function no function The display All values in Next display mode changes to the RACE mode are SET UP menu res
125. the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button Ed twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display Press the button E twice until the symbol is on SET NUM LAPS in the info display On the SET NUM LAPS menu you set the number of laps to cover in RACE mode Press the button Ed increases the value Press the button reduces the value Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds 400462 01 Press the Open and exit SET NUM LAPS MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit SET NUM LAPS MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 49 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button Ed twice until the symbol gt is on SETTINGS in the info display Press the button El three times until the symbol is on TRIP F RESET in the info dis play On the TRIP F RESET menu you set the reaction time of the fuel reserve display to changes 400463 01 of the fuel level Press the button Ed increases the value Press the button ES reduces the value Press the button no function and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit TRIP F RESET MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit TRIP F RESET MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 50 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the
126. the shift lever and other parts of the vehicle Guideline Minimum distance 5 mm 0 2 in 700344 01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 120 Remove the screw with the footbrake pedal stub Position the footbrake pedal stub with the screw in one of the holes according to the desired lever length Guideline Standard Central hole Tighten screw Guideline Screw footbrake pedal stub M6 10 Nm Loctite 2437 7 4 Ibf ft MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 121 Use the tool to press in the anti rotation lock then turn the piston rod e Info The range of adjustment is limited Remove the tool Y The spring tension on the anti rotation lock is released and the hex nut is locked Check the footbrake pedal setting e Info Position of the shift lever can vary considerably depending on the setting Check the chain for loose dirt Ifthe chain is very dirty Clean the chain S 122 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Cleaning the chain A A 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 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
127. the specified value Temperature 3 C 37 F ICE switches off on the info display if the external temperature rises above the specified value Temperature 4 C 39 F OPERATING ELEMENTS 33 Condition The ignition is on e ROAD mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until ODO appears at the top left of the info display ODO shows the total distance covered TripDist shows the distance covered since the last reset For example between two refueling stops TripDist is always running and counts up to 999 9 TripTime shows the journey time on the basis of TripDist and resumes running as soon as a 400438 01 speed signal is received The calculation of this value starts with the first speed signal and ends 3 seconds after the last speed signal AvgSpeed average speed is coupled with TripDist and TripTime Press the button Ed no function Press the button ES no function Press the button The display changes to the SET UP menu and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the The display of TripDist TripTime and AvgSpeed is reset MODE button for 3 5 seconds Press the Next display mode MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 34 400441 01 Condition The ignition is on e ROAD mode Press the MODE button briefly and repeatedly until FUELDISTANCE appears at the top of the info display TripFuel shows the distance covered sin
128. tite 2437 Remaining chassis screws M8 25 Nm 18 4 Ibf ft Remaining chassis nuts M10 50 Nm 36 9 Ibf ft Rear sprocket bolt M10x1 25 50 Nm 36 9 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw front brake caliper M10x1 25 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 Screw shock absorber M10 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft Loctite 243 Screw engine bearer M10 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft Screw sidestand M10 35 Nm 25 8 Ibf ft Loctite 2437 TECHNICAL DATA CHASSIS TIGHTENING TORQUES Screw connecting lever shock absorber M10 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft Loctite 243 deflector Remaining chassis screws M10 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft Nut deflection lever on frame M14x1 5 100 Nm 73 8 Ibf ft Lambda probe M18x1 5 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft Nut swingarm pivot M19x1 5 130 Nm 95 9 Ibf ft Thread greased Screw seat lock M22x1 5 8 Nm 5 9 Ibf ft Nut rear wheel spindle M25x1 5 90 Nm 66 4 Ibf ft Thread greased Screw front wheel spindle M25x1 5 45 Nm 33 2 Ibf ft Screw steering head M25x1 5 18 Nm 13 3 Ibf ft SUBSTANCES N according to DOT Specification Use only brake fluid that complies with the specified standards see specifications on the container and that possesses the corre sponding properties KTM recommends Castrol and Motorex products Suppler Castrol RESPONSE BRAKE FLUID SUPER DOT 4 Motorex Brake Fluid DOT 5 1 Specification Use only suitable coolant
129. tivated using the orange programming key You can activate or deactivate up to four black ignition keys Only the black ignition keys trained during an activation procedure are valid All black ignition keys not trained in the activation procedure are invalid but can be retrained in a further activation proce dure Loss of a black ignition key second black ignition key available Press the emergency OFF switch into the position O Insert the orange programming key in the ignition lock Switch on the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position Y EH warning lamp MIL lights up switches off and then starts to flash V 700234 10 Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up Switch off the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the position amp Pull out the orange programming key Insert the black ignition key in the ignition lock MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Switch on the ignition by turning the black ignition key to the position O Y EH warning lamp MIL lights up switches off and then starts to flash Y The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up switches off briefly and switches on again Switch off the ignition by turning the black ignition key to the position I Remove the black ignition key Insert the orange programming key in the ignition lock Switch on the ignition by turning the orange programming key to the
130. tor Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water If fuel is swallowed contact a doc tor immediately Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel 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 e info This motorcycle is equipped with a regulated catalyst Leaded fuel will destroy the catalyst You should therefore use unleaded fuel only Switch off engine Open the filler cap S 71 Fill the fuel tank with fuel up to the lower edge of the fuel filler Fuel tank content 16 51 Super unleaded ROZ 95 RON 95 4 36 US gal PON 91 S 223 Close the filler cap S 72 700321 01 Im GREASING AND SERVICE TABLE Important service tasks to be carried out by an authorized KTM RC8 workshop K10N K75A K150A J1A J2A Engine Change the engine oil and filter clean the oil screen 4 S 185 Check the valve clearance and adjust if necessary amp Replace the spark plugs 4 Check the engine fixing screws and other engine screws accessible from outside to ensure that they are tight A gt Check the clutch A Clean the oil jet for clutch lubrication A Fuel injection Read out the status query and fault memory with KTM DIA A Ch
131. tton El for 3 5 seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the The menu in front of the arrow is selected MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS 24 400478 01 Condition The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button ES and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E four times until the symbol gt is on OPTIONS in the info display Press the MODE button briefly On the OPTION TPMS menu you can switch the tire pressure check on off available as accessory Press the button Ed Switches the tire pressure display on off Press the button ES Switches the tire pressure display on off Press the button no function and the button ES for 3 5 seconds Press the Open and exit OPTION TPMS MODE button for 3 5 Seconds Press the Open and exit OPTION TPMS MODE button briefly OPERATING ELEMENTS OPTION OUTERTEMP menu Xx OPTIONS xx OUTERTEMP ENABLED 400466 01 Condition e The ignition is on e The motorcycle is standing Press the button Ed and the button El for 3 5 seconds Press the button E four times until the symbol is on OPTIONS in the info display Press the button Ed once until the symbol is on OPTIONS OUTTEMP in the info dis play On the OPTION OUTTEMP menu you switch the external temperature display on off Press the button ES Press
132. u ent chain positions should repeat this measurement at differ Chain tension 15 20 mm 0 59 0 79 in If the chain tension does not meet specifications Adjust the chain tension S 124 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 124 Adjusting the chain tension Warning Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension Ifthe chain tension is too high the components of the secondary power train chain engine sprocket rear sprocket bearings 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 for correct chain tension and adjust if necessary Check the chain tension S 123 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 125 a Loosen nut O y Y O o Loosen nuts Adjust chain tension by turning the adjustment screws on the left and right Guideline Chain tension 15 20 mm 0 59 0 79 in Turn the adjusting screws on the left and right so that the markings on the left and right chain adjuster O are in the same position in relation to the reference marks O The rear wheel is then correctly aligned e Info The lower chain section must be taut
133. ustria All rights reserved Reproduction even in part is permitted only with the express written permission of the copyright owner ISO 9001 12 100 6061 e Within the meaning of the international quality management standard ISO 9001 KTM uses quality assurance processes that lead to the maximum possible quality of the products Issued by T V Management Service REG NO 12 100 6061 KTM Sportmotorcycle AG 5230 Mattighofen Austria CONTENTS MEANS OF REPRESENTATION ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeaes 7 IMPORTANT NOTES uiii ree feti tiki a dia en tede 8 VIEW OF VEHICLE ient nitebantur dera dn 12 View of vehicle front left side esssseen e 12 View of vehicle rear right side ccooocccconcnoconcnccncncnnnnncnnnnnns 14 LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBERS coccooocccccnnnnnccnnnnnnnccnnnnnnninnnns 16 Chassis number type label cccceccccsececceceeseceeeeeeeseeees 16 Key number sese rc e d 16 Erigineamumbet e sides a n RA 17 Fork part rn tmber s i eie ier etos Eoo tant ete ter bind aid 17 Shock absorber part nUMDeTF occocccncccccocncnoncnoncnoncnoncnoninonono 18 Steering damper part number cccoccccccccnccccnnnoncncnncnnnnnnnnonons 18 OPERATING ELEMENTS ce a a a a aa 19 Cluteh lever i sicco edere eet eoe ion N RE A Aana viduas 19 Hand prake leverera e itp ibi titus 19 Lights Witch mibi suse deno e ed ex tia NOx cde qi dE eus 20 Headlight flasher SwitCh occcooccccoccncconnnconcncconnnnnncncn
134. utral or idle position Q9 is between the first and second gear 700238 01 OPERATING ELEMENTS 16 The footbrake pedal O is in front of the right footrest The footbrake pedal operates the rear brake The side stand is coupled with the safety start system see the riding instructions Possible states e Side stand folded out The vehicle can be leaned on the side stand The safety start system is active e Side stand folded in This position is mandatory for all journeys The safety start sys tem is inactive TIPS ON PUTTING INTO OPERATION advice on first use FS A P Danger Danger of accidents Danger from insufficient traffic competence Do not use the vehicle if you are not fit to deal with traffic or if you have consumed alcohol and or medicaments or drugs Warning Risk of injury Risk of injury by missing inadequate protective clothing Wear protective clothing helmet boots gloves pants and jacket with protectors every time you ride the motorcycle Always wear protective clothing which must be in perfect condition and meet legal requirements Warning Danger of crashing Impairment of riding behavior 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 Uncontrollable handling characteristics due to non a
135. witch off all power consuming components and switch off the engine Remove the seat S 146 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 149 Disconnect the negative minus cable O of the battery Remove the plus pole cover Disconnect the positive plus cable of the battery Remove screws 6 Removing the securing bracket O Pull the battery upwards out of the battery rack e Info Never operate the motorcycle with a discharged battery or without a battery In both cases electrical components and safety equipment can be damaged The vehicle is then no longer safe to ride MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 150 Position the battery in the battery rack e Info The poles of the battery must face the rear of the vehicle Position the bracket O Mount and tighten screws Guideline Remaining chassis screws M6 10 Nm 7 4 Ibf ft Reconnect the positive plus cable of the battery Position positive terminal cover MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 151 Reconnect the negative minus cable O of the battery Fit the seat S 146 a Warning Risk of injury Battery acid and battery gases cause serious cauterization Keep batteries out of the reach of children Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles Avoid contact with battery acid and battery gases Keep the battery away from sp
136. x different types of engine oil If appropriate change the engine oil Replace the oil dipstick O Danger Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can 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 a closed space Start the engine and check that it is oil tight Check the engine oil level S 184 TROUBLESHOOTING 194 Faults Engine doesn t crank when the electric starter button is pressed Possible cause Operating error Action Carry out the steps for starting S 82 Battery discharged Recharge the battery A 9 S 151 Check closed circuit current A Fuse 1 or 6 blown Change the fuses of individual power consumers S 155 Main fuse blown Change the main fuse S 153 Ignition steering lock or emergency OFF switch defective Check the ignition steering lock 4 Check the emergency OFF switch A Safety start system defective Check the safety start system A Immobilizer active Read flash code of immobilizer EFI control unit not activated Activate the EFI control unit 4 Malfunction of CAN Bus communication Check the CAN Bus communication 4 Combination instrument defective Check the combination instrument 4 Engine cranks only if the clutch lever is pulled A gear is engaged Shift into
137. y warning mes sage was detected This is also shown periodocally in the info display The immobilizer indicator lamp lights up or flashes red Status or error message for immobilizer alarm system OPERATING ELEMENTS 30 LOW FUEL appears on the info display if the minimum range falls below the specified value Distance 25 km 15 5 mi value LOW BATTERY appears on the info display if the battery voltage falls below the specified Battery voltage 10 80 V 31 400472 01 400469 01 SERVICE IN xxx KM MPH appears on the info display if the distance to the next service falls below the specified value Distance 500 km 310 7 mi HIGH TEMP appears on the info display if the coolant temperature rises above the specified value Coolant temperature 120 C 248 F FRONT SENSOR appears on the info display if the coolant temperature sensor of the front cyclinder is defective 400467 01 REAR SENSOR appears on the info display if the coolant temperature sensor of the rear cyclinder is defective SENSOR ERROR appears on the info display if the coolant temperature between the coolant temperature sensors of the front and rear cylinders differs by more than the specified value Coolant temperature 10 C 50 F ICE appears on the info display if the external temperature falls below
138. y turning the black ignition key to the position 1 e Info If you switch off the engine with the emergency OFF switch but the ignition remains switched on at the ignition lock power continues to flow to most power consumers and the battery is soon discharged Therefore always switch off the engine with the ignition key the emergency OFF switch is provided for emergency situations only Park the motorcycle on firm ground Swing the side stand to the front with your foot as far as it will go and lean the motorcycle onto it Lock the steering by moving the handlebar to the left pressing down the black ignition key to the position 4 and turning it to the posi tion A To make locking the steering easier move the handlebar a little to the left and right Remove the black ignition key Refueling Danger Fire hazard Fuel can easily catch fire Never fill up 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 specifications on filling up with fuel RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 90 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 immediately with water and contact a doc
139. yes rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid Have the brake fluid of the front and rear brakes changed according to the service plan in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 135 Warning Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage Dispose of oil grease filters fuel cleaning substances brake fluid batteries etc according to regulations Info Never user DOT 5 brake fluid This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple 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 Stand the vehicle upright Remove screw cover 0 with membrane Top up the brake fluid to MAX level Brake fluid DOT 4 DOT 5 1 S 221 Refit screw with membrane e Info Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water Warning Danger of accidents Reduced braking caused by worn brake linings Have worn brake linings replaced immediately in an authorized KTM RC8 workshop MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 136 Note Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to damaged brake discs Ifthe brake linings are not changed in time the steel brake lining carriers

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