KTM 450 SX-F EU 2014, Setup Instructions

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3 WORK
7
3.3 Installing the front wheel
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.
S00151-11
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Check the wheel bearing for damage and wear.
» If the wheel bearing is damaged or worn:
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Change the wheel bearing.
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Clean and grease the shaft seal rings
1
and contact surface
A
of the spacers.
Long-life grease ( p. 14)
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Insert the spacers.
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Position the front wheel and insert the wheel spindle.
The brake linings are correctly positioned.
S00153-11
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Mount and tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Screw, front wheel spindle M24x1.5 45 Nm
(33.2 lbf ft)
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Activate the hand brake lever multiple times until the brake linings are in contact
with the brake disc.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 6)
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Pull the front brake and compress the fork powerfully a few times.
The fork legs straighten.
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Tighten screws
3
.
Guideline
Screw, fork stub M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
3.4 Installing the front fender
C00420-10
Main work
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Position the front fender. Mount and tighten screws
1
and
2
.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Install the start number plate. ( p. 8)