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WHEELS, TIRES
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14.5
Checking the rear hub rubber dampers
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The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 6 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub will be damaged.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
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Remove the rear wheel.
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Main work
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Check bearing
.
» If the bearing is damaged or worn:
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Change the bearing.
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Check rubber dampers
of the rear hub for damage and wear.
» If the rubber dampers of the rear hub are damaged or worn:
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Change all rubber dampers in the rear hub.
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Lay the rear wheel on a workbench with the rear sprocket facing upward and insert
the wheel spindle in the hub.
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To check the play
, hold the rear wheel tight and try to rotate the rear sprocket.
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Measure the play on the outside of the rear sprocket.
Play in rubber dampers, rear wheel
≤
5 mm (
≤
0.2 in)
» If play
is larger than the specified value:
–
Change all rubber dampers in the rear hub.
Finishing work
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Install the rear wheel.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
14.6
Checking the tire condition
Info
Only mount tires 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 tires mounted on the front and rear wheels must have a similar profile.
Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior, especially on wet surfaces.
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Examine the front and rear tires for cuts, foreign bodies, and other damage.
» If you find cuts, foreign bodies, or other damage on a tire:
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Change the tire.
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Check the depth of the tread.
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Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth.
Minimum tread depth
≥
2 mm (
≥
0.08 in)
» If the tread depth is less than the minimum allowable depth:
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Change the tire.
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Check the tire age.
