KTM 450 XC-W SIX DAYS USA 2010, Owner'S Manual, Page: 55 / 118

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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9.48
Adjusting chain tension - after checking
400225-13
–
Loosen nut

.
–
Loosen nuts

.
–
Adjust the chain tension by turning the adjusting screws

left and right.
Guideline
Chain tension 8… 10 mm (0.31… 0.39 in)
Turn the adjusting screws

left and right so that the markings on the left and
right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to the reference marks

.
The rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
–
Tighten nuts

.
–
Make sure that the chain adjusters

are fitted correctly on the adjusting
screws

.
–
Tighten nut

.
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle M20x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
Info
The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters (32 mm) enables different
secondary transmissions with the same chain length.
The chain adjusters

can be turned by 180°.
9.49
Adjusting chain tension - fitting rear wheel
400225-11
–
Loosen nuts

.
–
Adjust the chain tension by turning the adjusting screws

left and right.
Guideline
Chain tension 8… 10 mm (0.31… 0.39 in)
Turn the adjusting screws

left and right so that the markings on the left and
right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to the reference marks

.
The rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
–
Tighten nuts

.