KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 Maintenance Schedule
The 2021 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, oil, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance, spark plugs, valve clearance, coolant and air filter. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1301ccEngine size
48Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
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Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Read out the fault memory using the KTM diagnostics tool | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Read out the fault memory using the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Program the shift shaft sensor | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Program the shift shaft sensor. |
| Check that the electrical system is functioning properly | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check that the electrical system is functioning properly. |
| Change the engine oil and the oil filter, clean the oil screens | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change the engine oil and the oil filter, clean the oil screens. |
| Check the front brake linings | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the front brake linings. |
| Check the rear brake linings | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the rear brake linings. |
| Check the brake discs | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the brake discs. |
| Check the 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. |
| Change the front brake fluid | Every 24 months | Moderate | Change the front brake fluid. |
| Change the rear brake fluid | Every 24 months | Moderate | Change the rear brake fluid. |
| Change the hydraulic clutch fluid | Every 24 months | Moderate | Change the hydraulic clutch fluid. |
| Check the front brake fluid level | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the front brake fluid level. |
| Check the rear brake fluid level | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the rear brake fluid level. |
| Check/correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check/correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. |
| Check the shock absorber and fork for leaks | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Perform service as needed depending on how the vehicle is used. |
| Clean the dust boots of the fork legs | Every 15,000 km | Easy | Clean the dust boots of the fork legs. |
| Check the steering head bearing play | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check the steering head bearing play. |
| Check the tire condition | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the tire condition. |
| Check tire pressure | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire pressure. |
| Retighten the spokes | See notes | Moderate | Retighten the spokes. |
| Check the rim run-out | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the rim run-out. |
| Check the spoke tension | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the spoke tension. |
| Check the chain, rear sprocket, and engine sprocket | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the chain, rear sprocket, and engine sprocket. |
| Check the chain tension | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the chain tension. |
| Change the spark plugs | Every 30,000 km | Moderate | Fuel tank removed for access. |
| Check the valve clearance | Every 30,000 km | Advanced | Check the valve clearance. |
| Change the SAS diaphragm valves | Every 30,000 km | Moderate | Change the SAS diaphragm valves. |
| Check the cables for damage and for routing without kinks | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the cables for damage and for routing without kinks. |
| Check the coolant level in the compensating tank | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the coolant level in the compensating tank. |
| Change the air filter, clean the air filter box | Every 15,000 km | Easy | Change the air filter, clean the air filter box. |
| Check the fuel pressure | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the fuel pressure. |
| Check the headlight setting | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check the headlight setting. |
| Check that the radiator fan is functioning properly | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check that the radiator fan is functioning properly. |
| Final check: check the vehicle is roadworthy and take a test ride | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Final check: check the vehicle is roadworthy and take a test ride. |
| Read out the error memory after the test ride using the KTM diagnostics tool | 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. |
| Set the service interval display | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Set the service interval display. |
| Make a service entry in KTM Dealer.net | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Make a service entry in KTM Dealer.net. |
| Check the frame | Every 30,000 km | Moderate | Check the frame. |
| Check the link fork | Every 30,000 km | Moderate | Check the link fork. |
| Check/clean the oil nozzle for clutch lubrication | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check/clean the oil nozzle for clutch lubrication. |
| Check the fork bearing for play | Every 15,000 km | Moderate | Check the fork bearing for play. |
| Check the wheel bearing for play | Every 15,000 km | Moderate | Check the wheel bearing for play. |
| Grease all moving parts and check for smooth operation | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | e.g. side stand, hand lever, chain. |
| Empty the drainage hoses | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Empty the drainage hoses. |
| Check all hoses and sleeves for cracking, leaks, and incorrect routing | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check all hoses and sleeves for cracking, leaks, and incorrect routing. |
| Check the tightness of the safety-relevant screws and nuts which are easily accessible | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the tightness of the safety-relevant screws and nuts which are easily accessible. |
| Check the antifreeze | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the antifreeze. |
| Change the coolant | Every 48 months | Moderate | Change the coolant. |
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