KTM 450 SX-F 2019, Owner'S Manual

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SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
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11.37 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. 53)
K01044-10
Main work
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Pull the chain at the end of the chain sliding piece upward to
measure chain tension
A
.
Info
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 the specification:
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Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 81)
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 53)
11.38 Adjusting 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.
–
Check the chain tension regularly.
–
Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 53)
–
Check the chain tension. ( p. 81)