KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018, Owner'S Manual, Page: 192 / 348

13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Main work
–
Loosen nut
1
.
–
Loosen nuts
2
.
–
Adjust the chain tension by turning adjusting screws
3
left
and right.
Guideline
Chain tension 40 … 45 mm (1.57 …
1.77 in)
Turn the adjusting screws
3
on the left and right so that
the markings on the left and right chain adjusters
4
are in
the same position relative to the reference marks
A
. The
rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
Info
The upper part of the chain must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should check the
setting at different chain positions.
–
Tighten nuts
2
.
–
Make sure that chain adjusters
4
are fitted correctly on
adjusting screws
3
.
–
Tighten nut
1
.