User manual KTM 660 SMC-2003

[. . . ] 660 SMC BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG OWNER'S MANUAL MANUALE D'USO MANUEL D'UTILISATION MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES 2003 Art. Nr. 3. 210. 54 9/2002 IMPORTANT WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THAT YOU READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE GOING ON YOUR FIRST RIDE. IT CONTAINS A GREAT DEAL OF INFORMATION AND ADVICE WHICH WILL HELP YOU USE AND HANDLE YOUR BIKE PROPERLY. IN YOUR OWN INTEREST, PLEASE PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO NOTICES THAT ARE MARKED AS FOLLOWS: IGNORING THESE INSTRUCTIONS, CAN ENDANGER YOUR BODY AND YOUR LIFE. ! [. . . ] The chain should be replaced at the latest when a space of 272 mm (10. 70 in) is measured. Chains do not always wear off evenly, therefore repeat the measurement at different places on the chain. 16 17 18 max. 272 mm 123 NOTE: If you mount a new chain, the sprockets should also be replaced. New chains wear faster if used on old used sprockets. ENGLISH NOTE: The large adjusting range of the chain adjusters (32mm) allows you to use different secondary ratios in combination with the same chain length. The chain adjusters 4 can be rotated by 180°. General information about KTM disc brakes 1 3 BRAKE CALIPERS: The front brake caliper 1 has 4 brake pistons and is rigidly connected to the fork leg. The rear brake caliper has one brake piston and "floats", which means that it is not rigidly connected to the brake caliper support. The resulting lateral adjustment ensures that the brake pads 2 optimally rest against the brake disk at any time. Secure the screws 3 of the caliper support with Loctite 243 and tighten to 40 Nm. 2 BRAKE PADS: The motorcycle is equipped with organic brake linings. The thinnest point of the lining must not be thinner than 1 mm. WARNING BRAKE SHOES AVAILABLE IN THE ACCESSORY TRADE ARE OFTEN NOT AUTHORIZED FOR OPERATION OF YOUR KTM MOTORCYCLE IN ROAD TRAFFIC. THE BRAKE SHOE'S DESIGN AND FRICTION FACTOR AND THEREFORE THE BRAKING POWER CAN DEVIATE SIGNIFICANTLY FROM ORIGINAL KTM BRAKE SHOES. IF YOU USE DIFFERENT BRAKE SHOES THAN THOSE PROVIDED WITH THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT, IT CANNOT BE WARRANTED THAT THEY ARE AUTHORIZED FOR USE IN ROAD TRAFFIC. YOUR MOTORCYCLE WILL NOT LONGER COMPLY WITH THE REGULATIONS AUTHORIZING THE USE OF VEHICLES FOR ROAD TRAFFIC AND THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. ENGLISH 26 DOT 5. 1 DOT 5 BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRS: The brake fluid reservoirs on the front and rear wheel brakes have been designed in such a way that even if the brake pads are worn it is not necessary to top up the brake fluid. If the brake fluid level drops below the minimum either the brake system has a leak or the brake pads are completely worn down. In this case, consult an authorized KTM dealer immediately. BRAKE FLUID: KTM fills the brake systems with , , Motorex Brake Fluid DOT 5. 1" brake fluid, one of the best brake fluids that is currently available. We recommend that you continue to use it. DOT 5. 1 brake fluid is based on glycol ether and of an amber color. If you do not have any DOT 5. 1 for refilling, you may use DOT 4 brake fluid. However, you should replace it as soon as possible by DOT 5. 1. It is based on silicone oil and has a purple color. Gaskets and brake hoses are not compatible with it. A B 4 BRAKE DISCS: Wear reduces the thickness of the brake disc in the area of contact 4 with the brake pads. [. . . ] 5 ccm of engine oil into the cylinder through the opening. Actuate kick-starter 10 times in order to distribute the oil onto the cylinder walls and mount the spark plug. ­ Set piston to compression so that the valves will be closed (slowly operate the kickstarter, until you can hear the automatic decompressor click (release) ­ Let fuel flow out of tank into an appropriate container. ­ Lubricate pivot points of the control levers, foot rests, etc. [. . . ]