KTM 250 Adventure 2024 Maintenance Schedule
The 2024 KTM 250 Adventure maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for spark plugs, general maintenance, oil, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance, coolant, air filter and valve clearance. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
248ccEngine size
38Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
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Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spark plug replacement | Every 15,000 km · Replace every 15,000 km | Easy | Replace spark plug. |
| Read out fault memory (KTM diagnostics tool) | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Read out the fault memory using the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Check electrical system functioning | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check that the electrical system is functioning properly. |
| Engine oil & filter change, clean oil screens | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Change the engine oil and the oil filter, clean the oil screens. |
| Check brake discs | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the brake discs for wear and damage. |
| Check front brake linings | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front brake pad/lining wear. |
| Check rear brake linings | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check rear brake pad/lining wear. |
| Check brake lines for damage and leakage | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake lines/hoses for damage and leakage. |
| Check front brake fluid level | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check front brake fluid reservoir level. |
| Check rear brake fluid level | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check rear brake fluid reservoir level. |
| Check tire condition | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire tread and general condition. |
| Check tire pressure | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire inflation pressure. |
| Check shock absorber and fork for leaks | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check shock absorber and fork for oil leaks. |
| Clean dust boots of fork legs | Every 7,500 km | Easy | Clean the dust boots (bellows) of the fork legs. |
| Check chain, rear sprocket, and engine sprocket | Every 7,500 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect drive chain, rear sprocket, and engine sprocket for wear. |
| Check chain tension | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check drive chain tension. |
| Check coolant level | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check engine coolant reservoir level. |
| Check radiator fan functioning | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check that the radiator fan operates properly. |
| Change air filter, clean air filter box | Every 7,500 km · Replace every 7,500 km | Easy | Replace the air filter element and clean the air filter box. |
| Check throttle cables undamaged and set correctly | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check throttle cables are undamaged, routed without sharp bends, and set correctly. |
| Check cables for damage and routing | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check cables for damage and routing without sharp bends. |
| Valve clearance check | Every 15,000 km | Advanced | Check valve clearances. |
| Change front brake fluid | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace front brake fluid. |
| Change rear brake fluid | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Replace rear brake fluid. |
| Check steering head bearing for play | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check steering head bearing for play. |
| Check headlight setting | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check headlight aim/setting. |
| Set service interval display | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Reset/set the service interval display. |
| Final check and test ride | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check the vehicle for safe operation and take a test ride. |
| Read error memory after test ride | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Read out the error memory after the test ride using the KTM diagnostics tool. |
| Service entry in KTM Dealer.net | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Make a service entry in KTM Dealer.net. |
| Check link fork bearing for play | Every 7,500 km | Moderate | Check the link fork bearing for play. |
| Check wheel bearing for play | Every 7,500 km | Moderate | Check front and rear wheel bearings for play. |
| Check antifreeze | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check antifreeze protection level. |
| Change coolant | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Drain and replace engine coolant. |
| Empty drainage hoses | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Empty the drainage hoses. |
| Check all hoses for cracking, leaks, and routing | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check all hoses (fuel, coolant, bleeder, drainage, etc.) and sleeves for cracking, leaks, and incorrect routing. |
| Grease all moving parts | Every 7,500 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 tightness of safety-relevant screws and nuts | Every 7,500 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tightness of easily accessible safety-relevant screws and nuts. |
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