KTM 350 EXC-F 2015, Owner'S Manual

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12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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400738-11
Main work
–
Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the fork legs to and fro in
the direction of travel.
No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
» If there is noticeable play present:
–
Adjust the play of the steering head bearing.
x
( p. 54)
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Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. No
resting locations should be noticeable.
» If click positions are noticeable:
–
Adjust the play of the steering head bearing.
x
( p. 54)
–
Check the steering head bearing and replace if required.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 48)
12.14 Adjusting the play of the steering head bearing
x
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 48)
M00174-10
Main work
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Loosen screws

and

.
–
Loosen and retighten screw

.
Guideline
Screw, top steering head M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
–
Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp to avoid strains.
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Tighten screws  .
Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp M8 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
–
Tighten screw

.
Guideline
Screw, top steering stem M8 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Check the steering head bearing play. ( p. 53)
–
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 48)
12.15 Greasing the steering head bearing
x
800010-10
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Remove the lower triple clamp.
x
( p. 51)
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Install the lower triple clamp. x ( p. 52)