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2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure / R / S Valve Clearance Specs & Shim Calculator

Cold valve clearance specs for 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure / R / S: intake mm, exhaust mm, inspection intervals and replacement shim calculator.

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Engine
1301cc
Cooling
Liquid-Cooled
Final Drive
525 Chain
Engine Oil
3.60 L (3.80 US qt)
Spark Plug
NGK LKAR9BI-10 (Outer) / LMAR7DI-10 (Inner)
Front Tire
120/70ZR19
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Gen 2015–2024

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2015 through 2024.

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10 Production Years (2015–2024)
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Factory Valve Clearance & Shim Calculator

OEM Workshop Tolerances
Cylinder head valve lash specifications, timing TDC mark alignments, and interactive replacement shim calculation engine.
Adjustment Mechanism: 9.48 mm
Active Valve Range (INTAKE)
0.12 - 0.20 mm
0.005 - 0.008 in
Nominal Mid-Spec Target
0.16 mm
Ideal cold lash assembly setting
Shim Diameter / Tappet
9.48 mm
Bucket-and-shim interface
Measurement Condition
Cold Engine (≤ 35°C / 95°F)
TDC compression stroke only
Interactive Shim Sizing Calculation Engine: New Shim = Current Shim + (Measured Clearance - Target Clearance)
mm
Factory intake tolerance: 0.12 - 0.20 mm
mm
Measured with micrometer or read laser-etched face
TDC Crankshaft Timing Index
Align crankshaft TDC mark with engine timing index pointer
Feeler Gauge Technique
Angled blade feeler gauge (cold engine ≤ 35°C / 95°F)

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

0 Open Campaigns (Clean)
U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).
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No Active Federal Safety Recalls Reported
The U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records zero open safety recall campaigns for the 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure / R / S platform. Always check your individual 17-digit VIN at an authorized dealership or via NHTSA.gov for individual recall completions.
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Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

1 Documented Bulletin
Bulletin #KTM-18V033Safety Recall 18V-033: Brembo 16mm PR16 Radial Master Cylinder Aluminum Piston Retrofit
Source: KTM_Recall18V033_RCRIT-18V033-5873.pdf
Mandated Torques:Brembo Radial Master Cylinder Clamp Bolts (2x M6): 10 N·m (7.4 lb-ft)Brake Line Banjo Union Bolt (M10×1.0): 25 N·m (18.5 lb-ft)Bleeder Valve Screw (M10×1.0): 10 N·m (7.4 lb-ft)Brake Lever Pivot Screw (M6): 5 N·m (44 in-lb)Brake Lever Pivot Locknut (M6): 10 N·m (88 in-lb)
Consumable Specs:Motorex Brake Fluid DOT 5.1 / DOT 4
Genuine Part Numbers:Brembo 16mm PR16 Hard-Anodized Aluminum Piston Kit (1058444)KTM Hand Brake Cylinder Repair Set (61313008000)KTM Workshop Syringe Tool (50329050000)Copper Seal Ring DIN 7603-10×14×1 (0603100141)
NHTSA Recall 18V-033Brembo Campaign / SIB PR16-Piston

KTM 1290 Super Duke R / GT Brembo Radial Master Cylinder Aluminum Piston

Brembo PR16 radial front master cylinder hard-anodized aluminum piston retrofit, circlip seating, and banjo union torques.

Safety Recall RemedyClamp 10 N·m / Banjo 25 N·m / Bleeder 10 N·m
Genuine Part Numbers:105844461313008000503290500000603100141
22mm BARBREMBO PR16 RADIAL MC16mm Bore / Radial AxisALU PISTONBILLET ALUMINUM PISTONReplaces Cracked Polymer PistonKit Part: 1058444 / 61313008000BANJO BOLT & BLEEDERBanjo: 25 N·m / Bleeder: 10 N·mM10×1.0 with 2x Copper RingsHANDLEBAR CLAMP (2x M6)10 N·m (7.4 lb-ft)Upper Screw Zero-Gap First

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Subsystem Guide/torques

Fastener Torques

Engine drain plug, axle spindles, caliper mounts, triple clamp pinch bolts & thread lubrication derating guide.

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Subsystem Guide/fluids

Fluids & Capacities

Oil: 3.60 L (3.80 US qt) • Coolant: 2.40 L (2.54 US qt) • Brake: DOT 5.1 / DOT 4

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Subsystem Guide/fuses-relays

Fuses & Relays

Main: 30A Blade / Starter Relay • Location: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/compression

Compression & Leakdown

Ratio: 13.1:1 • Std: 175-220 PSI • Limit: 150 PSI

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Subsystem Guide/fuel-delivery

Fuel Delivery & TB Sync

Idle: N/A • Rail Pressure: N/A • Vacuum: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/electrical

Charging & Battery

Battery: YTX14-BS • CCA: 200 • Regulated: 14.2 - 14.8 V DC (at 5,000 RPM with High Beam)

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Subsystem Guide/tires

Tires & Gearing

Front: 120/70ZR19 • Rear: 170/60ZR17

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Subsystem Guide/suspension

Suspension & Sag

Front Travel: 200 mm • Rear Travel: 200 mm

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Subsystem Guide/maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Oil: Every 9,300 miles (15,000 km) mi • Valves: N/A • Plugs: Every 18,600 miles (30,000 km) mi

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