KTM 1190 RC8 R Track, Owner'S Manual

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WHEELS, TIRES
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12.9
Checking rear hub cush drive
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The engine power is transmitted by the rear sprocket to the rear wheel through five shock absorbers. They eventually wear out
during operation. If the shock absorbers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub are damaged.
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Remove the rear wheel.
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Remove the rear sprocket carrier.
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Check the rear hub for damage and wear.
» If the rear hub cush drive is damaged or worn:
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Change the shock absorber. x
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Position the rear sprocket carrier.
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A set of bolts and shock absorbers should have as little free travel as possi-
ble to increase the service life of the shock absorbers.
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Install the rear wheel.
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12.10
Checking the tire condition
Warning
Danger of accidents Uncontrollable vehicle handling in the event of a flat tire.
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In the interest of safety, replace damaged or worn tires immediately. (Your authorized KTM RC8 workshop will be pleased
to help.)
Warning
Danger of crashing Poor vehicle handling due to different tire tread patterns on front and rear wheels.
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The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar tread patterns to prevent loss of control over the vehicle.
Warning
Danger of accidents Uncontrollable handling characteristic due to non-approved and/or non-recommended tires/wheels.
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Only tires/wheels approved by KTM and with the corresponding speed index should be used.
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The type, condition, and air pressure of the tires all have a major impact on the handling of the motorcycle.
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Check the front and rear tires for cuts, run-in objects, and other damage.
» If the tires exhibit cuts, run-in objects, or other damage:
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Change the tires.
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Check the tread.
» If the tread is worn:
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Change the tires.
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Check the age of the tires.
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The tire's date of manufacture is usually part of the tire markings and is
indicated by the last four digits of the
DOT marking. The first two digits refer
to the week of manufacture and last two digits refer to the year of manufac-
ture.
KTM recommends that the tires are changed regardless of the actual wear,
at the latest after five years.
» If a tire is more than five years old:
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Change the tires.