Contents

1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION
- 1.1 Symbols used
- 1.2 Formats used
2 SAFETY ADVICE
- 2.1 Use definition intended use
- 2.2 Safety advice
- 2.3 Degrees of risk and symbols
- 2.4 Tampering warning
- 2.5 Safe operation
- 2.6 Protective clothing
- 2.7 Work rules
- 2.8 Environment
- 2.9 Owner's Manual
3 IMPORTANT NOTES
- 3.1 Manufacturer and implied warranty
- 3.2 Operating and auxiliary substances
- 3.3 Spare parts, accessories
- 3.4 Service
- 3.5 Figures
- 3.6 Customer service
4 VIEW OF VEHICLE
- 4.1 View of vehicle, front left (example)
- 4.2 View of vehicle, rear right (example)
5 SERIAL NUMBERS
- 5.1 Chassis number
- 5.2 Type label
- 5.3 Key number (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
- 5.4 Engine number
- 5.5 Fork part number
- 5.6 Shock absorber article number
6 CONTROLS
- 6.1 Clutch lever
- 6.2 Hand brake lever
- 6.3 Throttle grip
- 6.4 Kill switch (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
- 6.5 Kill switch (XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 6.6 Horn button (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
- 6.7 Light switch (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
- 6.8 Light switch (XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 6.9 Turn signal switch (All EXC/EXC Six Days models)
- 6.10 Emergency OFF switch (EXC AU)
- 6.11 Electric starter button (All 250/300 models, XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 6.12 Indicator lamps overview (All EXC/EXC Six Days models)
- 6.13 Indicator lamps overview (All XCW/XCW Six Days models)
- 6.14 Opening the filler cap
- 6.15 Closing the filler cap
- 6.16 Fuel tap
- 6.17 Choke
- 6.18 Shift lever
- 6.19 Kick starter
- 6.20 Foot brake lever
- 6.21 Side stand
- 6.22 Steering lock (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
- 6.23 Locking the steering (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
- 6.24 Unlocking the steering (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
7 SPEEDOMETER
- 7.1 Speedometer overview
- 7.2 Activation and test
- 7.3 Setting kilometers or miles
- 7.4 Setting the speedometer functions
- 7.5 Setting the clock
- 7.6 Viewing the lap time
- 7.7 Display mode SPEED (speed)
- 7.8 Display mode SPEED/H (service hours)
- 7.9 Setup menu
- 7.10 Setting the unit of measurement
- 7.11 Display mode SPEED/CLK (time)
- 7.12 Setting the clock
- 7.13 Display mode SPEED/LAP (lap time)
- 7.14 Viewing the lap time
- 7.15 Display mode SPEED/ODO (odometer)
- 7.16 Display mode SPEED/TR1 (trip master 1)
- 7.17 Display mode SPEED/TR2 (trip master 2)
- 7.18 Setting TR2 (trip master 2)
- 7.19 Display mode SPEED/A1 (average speed 1)
- 7.20 Display mode SPEED/A2 (average speed 2)
- 7.21 Display mode SPEED/S1 (stop watch 1)
- 7.22 Display mode SPEED/S2 (stop watch 2)
- 7.23 Table of functions
- 7.24 Table of conditions and menu activation
8 PREPARING FOR USE
- 8.1 Advice on first use
- 8.2 Running in the engine
- 8.3 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions
- 8.4 Preparing for rides on dry sand
- 8.5 Preparing for rides on wet sand
- 8.6 Preparations for riding on wet and muddy surfaces
- 8.7 Preparing for rides at high temperature and slow speed
- 8.8 Preparing for riding at low temperatures or in snow
9 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
- 9.1 Checks and maintenance measures when preparing for use
- 9.2 Starting
- 9.3 Start off
- 9.4 Shifting, riding
- 9.5 Braking
- 9.6 Stopping, parking
- 9.7 Transport
- 9.8 Refueling
10 SERVICE SCHEDULE
- 10.1 Additional information
- 10.2 Required work
- 10.3 Recommended work
11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
- 11.1 Checking the basic chassis setting with the rider's weight
- 11.2 Compression damping of the shock absorber
- 11.3 Adjusting the low-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
- 11.4 Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
- 11.5 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
- 11.6 Measuring the rear wheel dimension unloaded
- 11.7 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
- 11.8 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
- 11.9 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
- 11.10 Adjusting the riding sag
- 11.11 Checking the basic setting of the fork
- 11.12 Adjusting the compression damping of the fork
- 11.13 Adjusting the rebound damping of the fork
- 11.14 Adjusting the spring preload of the fork (All Six Days models)
- 11.15 Handlebar position
- 11.16 Adjusting the handlebar position
12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
- 12.1 Raising the motorcycle with a lift stand
- 12.2 Removing the motorcycle from the lift stand
- 12.3 Bleeding the fork legs
- 12.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
- 12.5 Removing the fork protector
- 12.6 Installing the fork protector
- 12.7 Removing the fork legs
- 12.8 Installing the fork legs
- 12.9 Removing the lower triple clamp (All standard EXC/XC-W models)
- 12.10 Removing the lower triple clamp (All Six Days models)
- 12.11 Installing the lower triple clamp (All standard EXC/XC-W models)
- 12.12 Installing the lower triple clamp (All Six Days models)
- 12.13 Checking the play of the steering head bearing
- 12.14 Adjusting the steering head bearing play
- 12.15 Lubricating the steering head bearing
- 12.16 Removing the front fender
- 12.17 Installing the front fender
- 12.18 Removing the shock absorber
- 12.19 Installing the shock absorber
- 12.20 Removing the seat
- 12.21 Mounting the seat
- 12.22 Removing the air filter box cover
- 12.23 Installing the air filter box cover
- 12.24 Removing the air filter
- 12.25 Installing the air filter
- 12.26 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box
- 12.27 Securing the air filter box cover
- 12.28 Sealing the air filter box
- 12.29 Removing the main silencer
- 12.30 Installing the main silencer
- 12.31 Changing the glass fiber yarn filling in the main silencer
- 12.32 Removing the fuel tank
- 12.33 Installing the fuel tank
- 12.34 Checking the chain for dirt
- 12.35 Cleaning the chain
- 12.36 Checking the chain tension
- 12.37 Adjusting the chain tension
- 12.38 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, motor sprocket, and chain guide
- 12.39 Checking the frame
- 12.40 Checking the swingarm
- 12.41 Checking throttle cable routing
- 12.42 Checking the rubber grip
- 12.43 Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever
- 12.44 Checking/correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
- 12.45 Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid
- 12.46 Removing the engine guard (All Six Days models, EXC AU)
- 12.47 Installing the engine guard (All Six Days models, EXC AU)
13 BRAKE SYSTEM
- 13.1 Checking the free travel of the hand brake lever
- 13.2 Adjusting free travel of hand brake lever (All EXC/EXC Six Days models, 125 XCW EU)
- 13.3 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever (XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 13.4 Checking the brake discs
- 13.5 Checking the front brake fluid level
- 13.6 Adding front brake fluid
- 13.7 Checking the front brake linings
- 13.8 Changing the front brake linings
- 13.9 Checking the free travel of foot brake lever
- 13.10 Adjusting the basic position of the foot brake lever
- 13.11 Checking the rear brake fluid level
- 13.12 Adding rear brake fluid
- 13.13 Checking the rear brake linings
- 13.14 Changing the rear brake linings
14 WHEELS, TIRES
- 14.1 Removing the front wheel
- 14.2 Installing the front wheel
- 14.3 Removing the rear wheel
- 14.4 Installing the rear wheel
- 14.5 Checking the tire condition
- 14.6 Checking the tire air pressure
- 14.7 Checking spoke tension
15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 15.1 Removing the battery (All 250/300 models, XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 15.2 Installing the battery (All 250/300 models, XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 15.3 Recharging the battery (All 250/300 models, XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 15.4 Changing the main fuse (All 250/300 models, XCW US, XCW Six Days US)
- 15.5 Removing the headlight mask with the headlight
- 15.6 Installing the headlight mask with the headlight
- 15.7 Changing the headlight bulb
- 15.8 Changing the turn signal bulb (All EXC/EXC Six Days models)
- 15.9 Checking the headlight setting
- 15.10 Adjusting the headlight range
- 15.11 Changing the speedometer battery
16 COOLING SYSTEM
- 16.1 Cooling system
- 16.2 Checking the antifreeze and coolant level
- 16.3 Checking the coolant level
- 16.4 Draining the coolant
- 16.5 Refilling with coolant
17 TUNING THE ENGINE
- 17.1 Checking the play in the throttle cable
- 17.2 Adjusting the play in the throttle cable
- 17.3 Carburetor setting
- 17.4 Carburetor - idle
- 17.5 Carburetor adjusting the idle speed
- 17.6 Ignition curve plug-in connector
- 17.7 Changing the ignition curve
- 17.8 Checking the basic position of the shift lever
- 17.9 Adjusting the basic position of the shift lever
- 17.10 Engine characteristic auxiliary spring
- 17.11 Engine characteristic setting the auxiliary spring
18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
- 18.1 Emptying the carburetor float chamber
- 18.2 Checking the gear oil level
- 18.3 Changing the gear oil
- 18.4 Adding gear oil
19 CLEANING, CARE
- 19.1 Cleaning the motorcycle
- 19.2 Checks and maintenance steps for winter operation
20 STORAGE
- 20.1 Storage
- 20.2 Preparing for use after storage
21 TROUBLESHOOTING
22 TECHNICAL DATA
- 22.1 Engine
  - 22.1.1 125 XCW EU
  - 22.1.2 150 XCW US
  - 22.1.3 All 250 models
  - 22.1.4 All 300 models
- 22.2 Engine tightening torques
  - 22.2.1 125 XCW EU
  - 22.2.2 150 XCW US
  - 22.2.3 All 250/300 models
- 22.3 Capacities
  - 22.3.1 Gear oil
  - 22.3.2 Coolant
  - 22.3.3 Fuel
- 22.4 Chassis
- 22.5 Electrical system
- 22.6 Tires
- 22.7 Fork
  - 22.7.1 All 125/150 models
  - 22.7.2 All standard 250/300 EXC/XC-W models
  - 22.7.3 All Six Days models
- 22.8 Shock absorber
  - 22.8.1 All 125/150 models
  - 22.8.2 All 250/300 models
- 22.9 Chassis tightening torques
- 22.10 Carburetor
  - 22.10.1 125 XCW EU
  - 22.10.2 150 XCW US
  - 22.10.3 250 EXC EU, 250 EXC AU, 250 EXC Six Days EU
  - 22.10.4 250 XCW US
  - 22.10.5 300 EXC EU, 300 EXC AU, 300 EXC Six Days EU
  - 22.10.6 300 XCW US, 300 XCW Six Days US
  - 22.10.7 300 EXC BR
23 CARBURETOR TUNING
- 23.1 Carburetor tuning (125 XCW EU)
- 23.2 Carburetor tuning (150 XCW US)
- 23.3 Carburetor tuning (250 EXC EU, 250 EXC AU, 250 EXC Six Days EU)
- 23.4 Carburetor tuning (250 XCW US)
- 23.5 Carburetor tuning (300 EXC EU, 300 EXC AU, 300 EXC Six Days EU)
- 23.6 Carburetor tuning (300 XCW US, 300 XCW Six Days US)
- 23.7 Carburetor tuning (300 EXC BR)
24 SUBSTANCES
25 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES
26 STANDARDS
27 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
28 LIST OF SYMBOLS
- 28.1 Yellow and orange symbols
- 28.2 Green and blue symbols
INDEX
- A
- B
- C
- D
- E
- F
- G
- H
- I
- K
- L
- M
- O
- P
- R
- S
- T
- U
- V
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KTM EXC 250 2017 Owner's Manual

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KTM EXC 250 2017 Motorcycle Specification

The 2017 KTM EXC 250 is a high-performance off-road motorcycle designed for enduro enthusiasts who demand agility, power, and reliability. It features a robust 249cc, single-cylinder, 2-stroke engine that offers a dynamic power delivery and impressive torque, making it suitable for a variety of terrains. The engine is equipped with a modern carburetor and an innovative exhaust system, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with environmental regulations.

The bike's frame is constructed from lightweight, high-strength chromoly steel, which provides a perfect balance of rigidity and flexibility, enhancing both stability and maneuverability. The suspension system includes a WP Xplor 48 front fork and a WP Xplor PDS rear shock, both fully adjustable to accommodate different riding styles and conditions. This setup ensures precise handling and superior comfort over rough terrains.

Braking is handled by high-quality Brembo components, with a 260mm front disc and a 220mm rear disc, offering exceptional stopping power and control. The KTM EXC 250 also features a refined ergonomics package, including a comfortable seat, adjustable handlebars, and high-grip footpegs, allowing riders to maintain control and comfort during extended rides.

The motorcycle's electrical system includes a powerful lithium-ion battery, ensuring reliable starts and consistent performance of the electric starter. Additionally, the bike is equipped with advanced electronics, including a digital display that provides essential information such as speed, trip distance, and engine diagnostics.

Overall, the 2017 KTM EXC 250 combines cutting-edge technology, superior engineering, and practical design elements, making it a top choice for serious off-road riders seeking a competitive edge in enduro racing or recreational riding. Its blend of power, agility, and durability sets it apart as a premier option in the off-road motorcycle market.

KTM EXC 250 2017 Motorcycle F.A.Q.

What is the recommended oil type for the KTM EXC 250 2017?

The recommended oil type for the KTM EXC 250 2017 is a high-quality 2-stroke engine oil that meets or exceeds JASO FD or ISO-L-EGD standards.

How often should I change the air filter on my KTM EXC 250 2017?

It is recommended to clean or replace the air filter after every 10 hours of riding or more frequently if riding in particularly dusty or muddy conditions.

What is the correct tire pressure for the KTM EXC 250 2017?

The correct tire pressure for the KTM EXC 250 2017 is typically around 12-15 psi for off-road riding, but it can vary depending on terrain and rider preference. Always check the manufacturer's specifications and adjust accordingly.

How do I adjust the suspension on my KTM EXC 250 2017?

To adjust the suspension on your KTM EXC 250 2017, refer to the owner's manual for specific settings related to your riding style and weight. Generally, you can adjust the preload, compression, and rebound settings using the adjusters on the forks and shock.

What spark plug should be used for the KTM EXC 250 2017?

The recommended spark plug for the KTM EXC 250 2017 is the NGK BR7ECM. Always check the owner's manual for confirmation and proper gap settings.

How do I troubleshoot a starting issue with my KTM EXC 250 2017?

If your KTM EXC 250 2017 is having starting issues, check the following: ensure the fuel is fresh, inspect the spark plug for fouling, verify the battery charge, and check the carburetor for blockages. If the issue persists, consult a professional mechanic.

What is the correct coolant type for the KTM EXC 250 2017?

The correct coolant type for the KTM EXC 250 2017 is a high-quality ethylene glycol-based coolant with corrosion inhibitors, ideally recommended by KTM or equivalent.

How can I improve the fuel efficiency of my KTM EXC 250 2017?

To improve fuel efficiency on your KTM EXC 250 2017, ensure regular maintenance such as cleaning the air filter, maintaining proper tire pressure, and ensuring the carburetor is correctly tuned. Additionally, adjust your riding style to be more fuel-conscious by avoiding rapid acceleration and maintaining a steady speed.

What regular maintenance should be performed on the KTM EXC 250 2017?

Regular maintenance for the KTM EXC 250 2017 includes: checking and changing the oil and oil filter, cleaning the air filter, inspecting and adjusting the chain tension, checking brake pads and fluid, and inspecting all cables and connections for wear or damage.

How do I reset the maintenance light on my KTM EXC 250 2017?

To reset the maintenance light on your KTM EXC 250 2017, turn the ignition on, navigate to the service menu using the buttons on the handlebar, and follow the on-screen prompts to reset the service interval. Refer to the owner's manual for detailed instructions.