KTM 2008 1190 RC8 USA, Owner'S Manual, Page: 148 / 247

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Position the brake calipers and check that the brake linings are seated correctly.
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Mount and tighten screws
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Guideline
Screw, front brake caliper M10x1.25 45 Nm
(33.2 lbf ft) Loctite ® 243™
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Operate the hand brake lever several times until the brake pads are lying correctly on
the brake disc.
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Take the front of the motorcycle off the work stand. ( p. 103)
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Take the rear of the motorcycle off the work stand. ( p. 104)
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Pull the front brake and compress the fork powerfully a few times.
The fork legs straighten.
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Fully tighten screws
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Guideline
Screw, fork stub M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
9.45
Removing rear wheel
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Jack up the motorcycle rear end. ( p. 104)