KTM 1190 Adventure 2015 Maintenance Schedule
The 2015 KTM 1190 Adventure maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for spark plugs, general maintenance, oil, tires, brake fluid, drive chain maintenance, coolant, air filter and valve clearance. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1195ccEngine size
42Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
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Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spark plug replacement | Every 30,000 km · Replace every 30,000 km | Moderate | Change the spark plugs (air filter removed). |
| Read out trouble code memory | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Read out the trouble code memory using the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Check fuel pressure | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the fuel pressure. |
| Check electrical equipment function | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the functioning of the electrical equipment. |
| Engine oil and filter change | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change the engine oil and filter, clean the oil screens. |
| Check brake discs | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the brake discs. |
| Check front brake linings | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the front brake linings. |
| Check rear brake linings | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the rear brake linings. |
| Retighten the spokes | Every 1 month | Easy | Retighten the spokes. |
| Check spoke tension | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the spoke tension. |
| Check rim run-out | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the rim run-out. |
| Check tire condition | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the tire condition. |
| Check tire air pressure | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the tire air pressure. |
| Check rear brake fluid level | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the rear brake fluid level. |
| Check shock absorber and fork for leaks | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the shock absorber and fork for leaks; service as needed. |
| Check chain, sprockets and guard | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the chain, rear sprocket and engine sprocket. |
| Check chain tension | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the chain tension. |
| Check brake lines for damage and leakage | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the brake lines for damage and leakage. |
| Check front brake fluid level | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the brake fluid level of the front brake. |
| Check coolant level compensating tank | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the coolant level in the compensating tank. |
| Air filter service | Every 15,000 km · Replace every 15,000 km | Easy | Change the air filter; clean the air filter box. |
| Check cables for damage and routing | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the cables for damage and routing without sharp bends (fuel tank removed). |
| Valve clearance check | Every 30,000 km | Advanced | Check the valve clearance (air filter and spark plugs removed). |
| Change secondary air system membranes | Every 30,000 km · Replace every 30,000 km | Moderate | Change the secondary air system membranes. |
| Front brake fluid replacement | Every 24 months | Moderate | Change the front brake fluid. |
| Rear brake fluid replacement | Every 24 months | Moderate | Change the rear brake fluid. |
| Check steering head bearing play | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check the steering head bearing play. |
| Check headlight setting | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check the headlight setting. |
| Final roadworthiness check and test ride | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Final check: check the vehicle for roadworthiness and take a test ride. |
| Read error memory after test ride | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Read out the error memory after the test ride using the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Check CO adjustment | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check the CO adjustment with the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Service entry in KTM Dealer.net | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Make the service entry in KTM Dealer.net and in the Service and Warranty Booklet. |
| Check oil jet for clutch lubrication | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check the oil jet for the clutch lubrication. |
| Check swingarm bearing | Every 15,000 km | Moderate | Check the swingarm bearing. |
| Check wheel bearing play | Every 15,000 km | Moderate | Check the wheel bearing for play. |
| Grease all moving parts | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Grease all moving parts (side stand, hand lever, chain, etc.) and check for smooth operation. |
| Check all hoses and sleeves | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check all hoses (fuel, cooling, bleeder, drainage) and sleeves for cracking, leaks and incorrect routing. |
| Check antifreeze | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the antifreeze. |
| Check/rectify hydraulic clutch fluid level | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check/rectify the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. |
| Hydraulic clutch fluid replacement | Every 24 months | Moderate | Change the hydraulic clutch fluid. |
| Check screws and nuts for tightness | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the screws and nuts for tightness. |
| Coolant change | Every 48 months | Moderate | Change the coolant. |
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