Maintenance work on chassis and engine – KTM 450 SMR User Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

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500215-10

Lift the rear wheel into the swing arm, position it, and insert the wheel spindle

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.

Put the chain on.

500193-12

Position the chain adjuster

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. Fit nut

‘



, but do not tighten it yet.

Check the chain tension when fitting rear wheel. (

P. 35)

Make sure that the chain adjusters

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are fitted correctly on the adjusting

screws

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.

Tighten nut

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.

Specification

Nut, rear wheel spindle

M20x1,5

80

‘Nm

(59.01

‘lbf‘ft)

Info

The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters (32 mm) enables different
secondary transmissions with the same chain length.
The chain adjusters

‘



can be turned by 180°.

Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings lie on the brake disc
and there is a tight spot.

Remove the motorcycle from the work stand. (

P. 21)



Tire condition checking

Info

Fit only tires approved by KTM.
Other tires could have a negative effect on riding behavior.
The type, condition and air pressure of the tires all have an important impact on the riding behavior of the motorcycle.
The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar profiles.
Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior, especially on wet surfaces.

Examine the tires for cuts, foreign bodies and other damage.



Checking tire air pressure

Info

Low tire air pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire air pressure ensures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life.

500216-01

Remove dust cap.

Check tire air pressure when tires are cold.

Tire air pressure

front

1.6

‘bar (23.21‘psi)

Rear

1.6

‘bar (23.21‘psi)

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If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:

Correct tire pressure.

Mount dust cap.

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