KTM 2009 690 Rally Factory Replica, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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8.55
Mounting the rear wheel
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Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
600037-11
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Clean and grease the shaft seal rings and bearing surface of the distance bushing.
Long-life grease ( p. 98)
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Insert the distance bushings.
600038-11
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Clean and grease the shaft seal rings and bearing surface of the distance bushing
in the rear sprocket carrier.
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Insert the rear sprocket carrier

into the rear hub.
600036-11
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Lift the rear wheel into the swing arm, position it, and insert the wheel spindle

.
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Attach the chain

.
600114-10
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Position the chain adjuster

. Mount nut

, but do not tighten it yet.
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Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 41)
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Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings lie on the brake disc
and there is a tight spot.
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand. ( p. 29)
8.56
Checking the tire condition
Info
Only mount tires that have been approved and/or recommended 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 mounted with tires with similar profiles.
Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior, especially on wet surfaces.
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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.