KTM 990 - Manual (Page 84)

If you have your motorcycle serviced as set forth in this manual, no malfunctioning is to be expected. Nevertheless, if an error does arise,
we recommend that you look for the error according to the following chart.
Please note that you cannot perform all of the work yourself. If you are not sure, contact your KTM dealer.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine does not start when the
starter button is actuated
Operating error
Discharged battery
Blown fuse IGNITION.
Main fuse is blown
Defect ignition lock or emergency
OFF switch
Defect safe-starting system
Turn on the ignition, switch the gear to neutral and switch the
emergency OFF switch on.
Recharge the battery and investigate the causes for discharg-
ing; contact an authorized KTM workshop.
Replace fuse IGNITION
Remove the engine cowl and replace the main fuse
Check ignition lock and emergency OFF switch, contact an
authorized KTM workshop.
Contact an authorized KTM workshop.
The engine cranks only with
pulled clutch lever
A gear is engaged
A gear is engaged and the side
stand is still folded down
Defect safe-starting system.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Contact an authorized KTM workshop.
Engine cranks with gear
engaged
Defect safe-starting system Contact an authorized KTM workshop.
Engine cranks but doesn’t start. Operating error Pay attention to starting off information
(see driving instructions).