KTM 450 SX-F 2017, Owner'S Manual

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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 40)
400725-01
Main work
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Clean the chain regularly and then treat with chain spray.
Chain cleaner ( p. 114)
Off-road chain spray ( p. 114)
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 40)
11.36 Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear wheel bearings wear more
quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the rear wheel locks or
the engine will be damaged.
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Check the chain tension regularly.
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Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 40)
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Main work
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Pull the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upwards to measure chain
tension
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The lower chain section
1
must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at
different chain positions.
Chain tension 55… 58 mm (2.17… 2.28 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 61)
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 40)