KTM 2013 450 Rally Factory Replica, Owner'S Manual

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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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11.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 40)
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Dismount the front fender. ( p. 41)
601335-10
Main work
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Push dust boots
1
of both fork legs downward.
Info
The dust boots should remove dust and coarse dirt particles from the fork
tubes. Over time, dirt can penetrate behind the dust boots. If this dirt is not
removed, the oil seals behind can start to leak.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency 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.
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Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tube of both fork legs.
Universal oil spray ( p. 119)
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Press the dust boots back into their normal position.
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Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
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Install the front fender. ( p. 41)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 40)
11.5 Dismounting the front fender
600109-10
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Remove screws
1
. Remove front fender
2
.
11.6 Installing the front fender
600109-10
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Position front fender
2
. Mount and tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)