Segment:
High-performance adventure touring and naked sport motorcycles
Competitors Analogue:
BMW R1200GS, Ducati Multistrada, Triumph Tiger
Versatility:
Designed for both on-road touring and off-road capability (Adventure models), and aggressive street performance (Super Duke, Supermoto)
Engine Configuration:
V-twin LC8 engine, known for its torque and power delivery
Manual Value Proposition:
Empowers owners to perform DIY maintenance and repairs, saving significant costs and ensuring proper upkeep.
Primary Focus:
Workshop Service and Repair
Comprehensive Coverage:
All major topics for maintenance, repair, and rebuilding
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (typically 500+ pages for this level of detail)
Type:
Digital Workshop Service Repair Manual
Format:
Digital Download (likely PDF)
Engine:
Overhaul & Rebuilding, Engine Performance, Firing Orders
Brakes:
Brake Servicing Procedures, Complete Torques Specifications for Brakes
Suspension Steering:
Front End & Alignment Procedures & Specifications, Suspension
Transmission:
Transmission Removal & Installation, Transmission In Car Servicing
Electrical Electronics:
Wiring Diagrams, Computer Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts, Computer Diagnostic Codes
Fuel System:
Fuel injection system diagnostics and repair (implied by engine performance and diagnostics)
Cooling System:
Coolant capacities and service procedures (implied by Air Conditioning & Capacities)
Exhaust System:
Exhaust system repair and component identification (implied by engine overhaul)
Chassis Frame:
Frame inspection and repair procedures (implied by suspension and front-end work)
Bodywork:
Body panel repair and maintenance (implied by general restoration and refurbishment)
Air Conditioning:
Air Conditioning & Capacities
Maintenance:
Factory Maintenance Schedules & Charts, Routine Maintenance Procedures
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting & Diagnostics, Computer Diagnostic Codes, Computer Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all covered systems
Rebuilding:
Engine Overhaul & Rebuilding, Transmission Rebuilding (implied)
Timing Belt:
Timing Belt Replacement, Timing Belt Service Procedures
Drivetrain:
U-Joint AND CV-Joint Service Procedures
Electrical Troubleshooting:
Trouble Codes, Wiring Diagrams
Wheel Alignment:
Front End & Alignment Procedures & Specifications
Belt Routing:
Serpentine Belt Routings With Diagrams
General Repair:
Repair Procedures
Driving Concerns:
Driving Concerns
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to full engine/transmission rebuilds)
Diagnostic Capability:
Advanced (includes diagnostic codes and troubleshooting trees)
Illustration Quality:
High (hundreds of illustrations, diagrams, and pictures)
Target Audience:
Professional Technicians and Mechanics, DIY Enthusiasts
Format Details:
Digital Download, likely PDF for searchability and printing
Quality:
High-resolution scans ensuring clarity of text and images
Binding:
N/A (Digital Format)
Paper:
N/A (Digital Format)
Completeness Guarantee:
100% Complete, no missing or corrupt pages/sections
Text Searchability:
Likely searchable if PDF is properly generated and OCR'd
Engine Type:
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 75° V-twin engine (LC8)
Displacement 950 Models:
942 cc
Displacement 990 Models:
999 cc
Horsepower 950 Models:
Approx. 98 hp @ 8000 rpm (varies slightly by model)
Horsepower 990 Models:
Approx. 105-115 hp @ 9000 rpm (varies slightly by model)
Torque 950 Models:
Approx. 95 Nm @ 6500 rpm (varies slightly by model)
Torque 990 Models:
Approx. 98-100 Nm @ 7000 rpm (varies slightly by model)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) - Keihin or Mikuni systems likely
Ignition System:
Digital CDI with adjustable ignition advance
Lubrication System:
Wet sump lubrication with oil cooler
Cooling Method:
Liquid Cooling with thermostatically controlled fan
Transmission Type:
6-speed constant mesh gearbox
Clutch Type:
Hydraulically operated wet multi-plate clutch
Engine Oil Specification:
Refer to manual for specific API SG or higher, JASO MA rated motorcycle oil (e.g., Motorex Power Synt 4T 10W/40 or equivalent)
Clutch Fluid Specification:
DOT 4 brake fluid
Wheelbase 950 Adventure:
Approx. 1570 mm (61.8 in)
Seat Height 950 Adventure:
Adjustable, typically 860-890 mm (33.9-35 in)
Dry Weight 950 Adventure:
Approx. 212 kg (467 lbs)
Wet Weight 950 Adventure:
Approx. 238 kg (525 lbs) with full fluids
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A (Motorcycles are not subjected to standardized automotive crash tests like cars)
Braking System:
Dual disc front brakes with Brembo calipers, Single disc rear brake with Brembo caliper. ABS was an option on some models.
Lighting:
Halogen headlights, LED taillight (on later models)
Frame Construction:
Chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame for rigidity and strength
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000-7,500 km (3,000-5,000 miles) or annually, refer to manual for specifics.
Valve Clearance Check:
Typically every 10,000-20,000 km (6,000-12,000 miles)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant with anti-corrosion additives (e.g., Motorex Coolant M3.0)
Common Wear Items:
Clutch slave cylinder, fuel pump, regulator/rectifier, wheel bearings.
Maintenance Importance:
Regular maintenance is crucial due to the high-performance nature of the LC8 engine and the demands placed on these bikes.
Heritage Focus:
KTM has a strong heritage in off-road racing (motocross, rally raids like Dakar)
Lc8 Introduction:
The LC8 V-twin engine platform was introduced in the early 2000s, with the 950 Adventure launching in 2003.
Evolution 950 To 990:
The 990 models represent an evolution with increased displacement, updated electronics, and refinement over the 950 series.
Manufacturing Location:
Austria