User manual KTM 990 SUPER DUKE

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL 2009 990 SUPER DUKE 990 SUPER DUKE R ART. 3211372en INTRODUCTION » We would like to congratulate you on your purchase of a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sport motorcycle that guarantees to bring you lots of fun and enjoyment, provided that you clean and maintain it appropriately. Please insert the serial numbers of your motorcycle in the boxes below: Frame number Stamp of dealer 1 Engine number Key number All information contained is without obligation. [. . . ] 15 kilograms (33 lbs) on the lower part of the chain (see illustration). Now measure the distance between 18 chain rollers on the upper part of the chain. The chain needs to be replaced when the distance is 272 mm (10. 70 in). Since chains do not always wear evenly, repeat the measurement at different parts of the chain. Replace the chain if any X-rings are missing. 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. MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE » 1 2 LOCTITE 243 42 General information on KTM disk brakes BRAKE CALIPERS: The front brake calipers [1] have 4 brake pistons and are radially bolted to the fork legs. The front brake disks are designed as , , floating" brake disks, i. e. they are not firmly connected to the front wheel. The lateral balance ensures that the brake pads always have the best possible contact to the brake disk. Apply Loctite 243 to the screws [2] on the brake caliper support and tighten to 45 Nm. The rear brake caliper [3] has 1 brake piston and is designed as a , , floating brake caliper", i. e. it is not firmly connected to the brake caliper support. The lateral balance ensures that the brake pads always have the best possible contact to the brake disk. For safety reasons, always have maintenance work and repairs to the brake system performed by an authorized KTM workshop. BRAKE PADS: Your motorcycle is equipped with sintered brake pads in the front and rear and homologated accordingly. They guarantee maximum braking performance. Front brake pads: HAWK 7342-49 Rear brake pads: TOSHIBA TTH 38 GF Brake pads available in the accessory trade are often not authorized for operation of your KTM motorcycle in road traffic. The brake pads design and friction factor and therefore the braking power can deviate significantly from original KTM brake pads. If you use different brake pads 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. 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. [. . . ] How to change the handlebar position (Super Duke R) Ignition lock . Maintenance work on chassis and engine . Replacing the brake light and taillight bulbs . Starter tip switch, Emergency OFF tip switch . [. . . ]