KTM 1290 SUPERDUKE R, Owner'S Manual

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15 WHEELS, TIRES
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Mount the outside locking wire
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Mount the inside locking wire
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The pins of the locking wires engage in the drilled holes of the wheel axle.
Finishing work
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Remove the rear of the motorcycle from the lifting gear. ( p. 97)
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Install the main silencer. ( p. 104)
15.5 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 workshop will be glad 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.