Contents

1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION
- 1.1 Symbols used
- 1.2 Formats used
2 SAFETY ADVICE
- 2.1 Use definition intended use
- 2.2 Misuse
- 2.3 Safety advice
- 2.4 Degrees of risk and symbols
- 2.5 Tampering warning
- 2.6 Safe operation
- 2.7 Protective clothing
- 2.8 Work rules
- 2.9 Environment
- 2.10 Owner's Manual
3 IMPORTANT NOTES
- 3.1 Manufacturer and implied warranty
- 3.2 Fuel, 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 Vehicle identification number
- 5.2 Type label
- 5.3 Key number (All EU/BR models)
- 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 Switch-off button
- 6.5 Horn button (All EU/BR models)
- 6.6 Light switch (All EU/BR models)
- 6.7 Light switch (XCFW)
- 6.8 Turn signal switch (All EU/BR models)
- 6.9 Emergency OFF switch
- 6.10 Start button
- 6.11 Combination switch (All Six Days models, XCFW)
- 6.12 Overview of indicator lamps (All EU/BR models)
- 6.13 Overview of indicator lamps (XCFW)
- 6.14 Opening the fuel tank filler cap
- 6.15 Closing the fuel tank filler cap
- 6.16 Cold start button
- 6.17 Idle speed adjusting screw
- 6.18 Shift lever
- 6.19 Foot brake lever
- 6.20 Side stand
- 6.21 Steering lock (All EU/BR models)
- 6.22 Locking the steering (All EU/BR models)
- 6.23 Unlocking the steering (All EU/BR models)
7 COMBINATION INSTRUMENT
- 7.1 Combination instrument overview
- 7.2 Activation and test
- 7.3 Setting the kilometers or miles
- 7.4 Setting the combination instrument
- 7.5 Setting the clock
- 7.6 Viewing the lap time
- 7.7 Display mode SPEED (speed)
- 7.8 Display mode SPEED/H (operating 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 preparing for first use
- 8.2 Running-in the engine
- 8.3 Starting power of lithium-ion batteries at low temperatures (XCFW, All EU models)
- 8.4 Preparing the vehicle for difficult riding conditions
- 8.5 Preparing the vehicle for riding on dry sand
- 8.6 Preparing the vehicle for riding on wet sand
- 8.7 Preparing the vehicle for riding on wet and muddy circuits
- 8.8 Preparing vehicle for high temperatures or slow riding
- 8.9 Preparing the vehicle for low temperatures or snow
9 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
- 9.1 Checks and maintenance measures when preparing for use
- 9.2 Starting the vehicle
- 9.3 Activating traction control (All Six Days models, XCFW)
- 9.4 Starting off
- 9.5 Shifting, riding
- 9.6 Braking
- 9.7 Stopping, parking
- 9.8 Transporting
- 9.9 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 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 dimension of the rear wheel 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 the 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 (EXCF EU/BR, XCFW)
- 12.10 Removing the lower triple clamp (All Six Days models)
- 12.11 Installing the lower triple clamp (EXCF EU/BR, XCFW)
- 12.12 Installing the lower triple clamp (All Six Days models)
- 12.13 Checking the steering head bearing play
- 12.14 Adjusting the steering head bearing play (EXCF EU/BR, XCFW)
- 12.15 Adjusting the steering head bearing play (All Six Days models)
- 12.16 Lubricating the steering head bearing
- 12.17 Removing front fender
- 12.18 Installing front fender
- 12.19 Removing the shock absorber
- 12.20 Installing the shock absorber
- 12.21 Removing the seat
- 12.22 Mounting the seat
- 12.23 Removing the air filter box cover
- 12.24 Installing the air filter box cover
- 12.25 Removing the air filter
- 12.26 Installing the air filter
- 12.27 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box
- 12.28 Preparing air filter box cover for securing
- 12.29 Removing the main silencer
- 12.30 Installing the main silencer
- 12.31 Cleaning the spark arrestor (XCFW)
- 12.32 Changing the glass fiber yarn filling of the main silencer
- 12.33 Removing the fuel tank
- 12.34 Installing the fuel tank
- 12.35 Checking for chain dirt accumulation
- 12.36 Cleaning the chain
- 12.37 Checking the chain tension
- 12.38 Adjusting the chain tension
- 12.39 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide
- 12.40 Checking the frame
- 12.41 Checking the link fork
- 12.42 Checking throttle cable routing
- 12.43 Checking the rubber grip
- 12.44 Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever
- 12.45 Checking/correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
- 12.46 Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid
- 12.47 Removing the engine guard (All Six Days models, XCFW)
- 12.48 Installing the engine guard (All Six Days models, XCFW)
13 BRAKE SYSTEM
- 13.1 Checking the free travel of the hand brake lever
- 13.2 Adjusting the free travel of the handbrake lever (All EU/BR models)
- 13.3 Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever (XCFW)
- 13.4 Checking the brake discs
- 13.5 Checking the front brake fluid level
- 13.6 Adding the front brake fluid
- 13.7 Checking the front brake linings
- 13.8 Changing the brake linings of the front brake
- 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 tire pressure
- 14.7 Checking spoke tension
15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 15.1 Removing the 12-V battery
- 15.2 Installing the 12-V battery
- 15.3 Charging the 12-V battery
- 15.4 Changing the main fuse
- 15.5 Changing the fuses of individual power consumers
- 15.6 Removing the headlight mask with the headlight
- 15.7 Installing the headlight mask with the headlight
- 15.8 Changing the headlight bulb
- 15.9 Checking the headlight setting
- 15.10 Adjusting the headlight range
- 15.11 Changing the turn signal bulb (All EU/BR models)
- 15.12 Changing the combination instrument battery
- 15.13 Diagnostics connector
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 coolant
17 TUNING THE ENGINE
- 17.1 Checking the throttle cable play
- 17.2 Adjusting the throttle cable play
- 17.3 Adjusting the characteristic map of the throttle response
- 17.4 Changing the mapping (All Six Days models)
- 17.5 Adjusting the idle speed
- 17.6 Teaching the throttle valve position
- 17.7 Checking the basic position of the shift lever
- 17.8 Adjusting the basic position of the shift lever
18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
- 18.1 Changing the fuel screen
- 18.2 Checking the engine oil level
- 18.3 Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screen
- 18.4 Adding engine 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 BLINK CODE
23 TECHNICAL DATA
- 23.1 Engine
- 23.2 Engine tightening torques
- 23.3 Capacities
  - 23.3.1 Engine oil
  - 23.3.2 Coolant
  - 23.3.3 Fuel
- 23.4 Chassis
- 23.5 Electrical system
- 23.6 Tires
- 23.7 Fork
  - 23.7.1 EXCF EU/BR, XCFW
  - 23.7.2 All Six Days models
- 23.8 Shock absorber
- 23.9 Chassis tightening torques
24 SUBSTANCES
25 AUXILIARY SUBSTANCES
26 STANDARDS
27 INDEX OF SPECIAL TERMS
28 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
29 LIST OF SYMBOLS
- 29.1 Yellow and orange symbols
- 29.2 Green and blue symbols
INDEX
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KTM EXC-F 350 2020 Owner's Manual

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KTM EXC-F 350 2020 Motorcycle Specification

The KTM EXC-F 350 2020 is a versatile and powerful off-road motorcycle designed to offer superior performance and reliability. At its heart is a compact 349.7 cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, DOHC engine that delivers an optimal balance of power and torque, making it suitable for a variety of terrains. The engine features an advanced Keihin Engine Management System (EMS) with electronic fuel injection, ensuring precise throttle response and efficient fuel consumption.

The chassis is constructed from a high-strength chromoly steel frame, which provides excellent stability and handling. The WP XPLOR 48 upside-down front fork and WP XPLOR PDS rear shock absorber offer customizable suspension settings, enhancing ride comfort and control over rough surfaces. The bike also features high-end Brembo braking components, including a 260 mm front disc and a 220 mm rear disc, ensuring reliable stopping power.

Ergonomically, the KTM EXC-F 350 2020 is designed for optimal rider comfort and maneuverability. The lightweight construction, combined with a nimble 237-pound dry weight, allows for effortless handling. The seat height is set at 960 mm, providing a balanced stance for various rider sizes. The fuel tank has a capacity of 2.25 gallons, offering a decent range for extended off-road excursions.

Additional features include a multifunctional digital display, high-quality aluminum wheels, and a robust cooling system designed to maintain optimal engine temperatures during demanding rides. The KTM EXC-F 350 2020 exemplifies cutting-edge engineering and design, making it a top choice for enthusiasts and professional riders seeking a high-performance off-road motorcycle.

KTM EXC-F 350 2020 Motorcycle F.A.Q.

What is the recommended oil type and capacity for the KTM EXC-F 350 2020?

The recommended oil for the KTM EXC-F 350 2020 is a high-quality synthetic 10W-50. The oil capacity is approximately 1.2 liters.

How often should I change the air filter on my KTM EXC-F 350 2020?

It is recommended to inspect and clean the air filter after every ride in dusty conditions. Replace it every 10-15 hours of riding to ensure optimal performance.

What are the common troubleshooting steps if the KTM EXC-F 350 2020 won't start?

Check the fuel level, ensure the kill switch is off, inspect the spark plug for fouling, and verify that the battery is charged. If the problem persists, consult a professional technician.

How do I adjust the suspension settings on my KTM EXC-F 350 2020 for different terrains?

Refer to the owner's manual for baseline settings. For softer terrain, decrease compression damping. For harder surfaces, increase it. Always make adjustments in small increments and test ride to evaluate changes.

What is the proper chain tension for the KTM EXC-F 350 2020?

The chain tension should have 8-10mm of slack when measured midway between the front and rear sprockets. Regularly check and adjust to avoid excessive wear.

How can I improve the fuel efficiency of my KTM EXC-F 350 2020?

Ensure regular maintenance, use recommended fuel, maintain correct tire pressures, and ride smoothly to improve fuel efficiency. Avoid aggressive throttle inputs and heavy loads.

What tire pressure should I maintain for optimal performance on the KTM EXC-F 350 2020?

For general off-road use, maintain a tire pressure of 12-15 psi. Adjust based on terrain and rider preference, with lower pressures for soft terrain and higher for rocky surfaces.

How do I reset the maintenance light on the KTM EXC-F 350 2020?

To reset the maintenance light, turn the ignition on, press and hold the select and set buttons on the dashboard until the light blinks and then turns off.

What are the recommended intervals for valve clearance checks on the KTM EXC-F 350 2020?

Valve clearances should be checked every 15 hours of use or as specified in the owner's manual to ensure optimal engine performance and longevity.

How can I prevent overheating issues on my KTM EXC-F 350 2020 during long rides?

Ensure the radiator is clean and unobstructed, use high-quality coolant, and verify that the cooling fan is operational. Avoid prolonged idling and maintain a steady pace during rides.