KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019 Maintenance Schedule
The 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke 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
Sourced from KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 Owner's Manual (official content, mirrored via ktmshop.se; Art. no. 17_3213534en) (this document covers model years 2017–2019): ktmshop.se
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 with the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Check the exhaust valve control with the KTM diagnostics tool | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check the ride-by-wire exhaust valve control with the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| 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 oil filter and clean the oil screens | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Change engine oil and oil filter, clean oil screens (p.196). |
| Check the front brake linings | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front brake linings (p.151). |
| Check the brake linings of the rear brake | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check rear brake linings (p.154). |
| Check the brake discs | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake discs (p.147). |
| Check the brake lines for damage and leakage | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake lines for damage and leakage. |
| Change the front brake fluid | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change front brake fluid. |
| Change the rear brake fluid | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change rear brake fluid. |
| Change the hydraulic clutch fluid | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change hydraulic clutch fluid. |
| Check the front brake fluid level | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front brake fluid level (p.148). |
| Check the rear brake fluid level | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check rear brake fluid level (p.152). |
| Check/correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check/correct hydraulic clutch fluid level (p.143). |
| Check the shock absorber and fork for leaks | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check shock absorber and fork for leaks; service as needed. |
| Clean the dust boots of the fork legs | Every 15,000 km | Easy | Clean the dust boots of the fork legs (p.128). |
| Check the play of the steering head bearing | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check steering head bearing play. |
| Check the tire condition | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire condition (p.163). |
| Check the tire air pressure | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire air pressure (p.165). |
| Check the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, chain guide (p.139). |
| Check the chain tension | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check chain tension (p.136). |
| Measure the wheel bearing play and grease the rear hub | Every 30,000 km | Moderate | Measure wheel bearing play and grease the rear hub. |
| Check that the rear wheel nut (right side) is tightened to the specified torque | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check rear wheel nut (right side) torque. |
| Change the spark plugs (air filter removed) | Every 30,000 km · Replace every 30,000 km | Moderate | Change spark plugs, air filter removed. |
| Check the valve clearance (air filter and spark plugs removed) | Every 30,000 km | Advanced | Check valve clearance, air filter and spark plugs removed. |
| Change the SAS membrane | Every 30,000 km · Replace every 30,000 km | Moderate | Replace the secondary air system (SAS) membrane. |
| Check the cables for damage and routing without sharp bends (fuel tank removed) | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check cables for damage/routing, fuel tank removed. |
| Check the coolant level in the compensating tank | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check coolant level in the compensating tank (p.189). |
| Change the air filter, clean the air filter box | Every 15,000 km · Replace every 15,000 km | Easy | Change air filter, clean air filter box. |
| Check the fuel pressure | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check fuel pressure. |
| Check the CO adjustment using the KTM diagnostics tool | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check CO adjustment using the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Check the headlight setting | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check headlight setting (p.185). |
| Check that the radiator fan is functioning properly | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check radiator fan operation. |
| 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 roadworthiness check and 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 error memory after the test ride. |
| Reset the service display using the KTM diagnostic tool | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Reset the service display. |
| Make the service entry in KTM Dealer.net and in the Service and Manufacturer Warranty Booklet | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Log the service in KTM Dealer.net and the Warranty Booklet. |
| Check the frame | Every 12 months | Easy | Check the frame. |
| Check the swingarm | Every 12 months | Easy | Check the swingarm. |
| Check/clean the oil nozzle for clutch lubrication | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check/clean the oil nozzle for clutch lubrication. |
| Check the swingarm bearing | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check swingarm bearing condition. |
| Check the wheel bearings | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check wheel bearing condition. |
| Grease all moving parts (side stand, hand lever, chain, etc.) | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Grease all moving parts and check for smooth operation. |
| Empty the drainage hoses | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Empty the drainage hoses. |
| Check all hoses (fuel, cooling, bleeder, drainage, etc.) and sleeves | Every 15,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check all hoses/sleeves for cracking, leaks, incorrect routing. |
| Check the antifreeze | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check antifreeze protection level. |
| Check the screws and nuts for tightness | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check screws and nuts for tightness. |
| Change the coolant | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Drain and replace engine coolant. |
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