KTM 65 SX 2009, Repair Manual

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01/FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
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4.4
Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
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Jack up the motorcycle. ( p. 7)
700448-01
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Push dust boots

of both fork legs downwards.
Info
The dust boots should remove dust and coarse dirt particles from the fork
tubes. Over time, dirt can penetrate behind the dust boots. If this dirt is not
removed, the oil seals behind can start to leak.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking 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.
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Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tube of both fork legs.
Universal oil spray ( p. 123)
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Press the dust boots back into their normal position.
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Remove excess oil.
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand. ( p. 7)
4.5
Removing the fork protector
700431-01
–
Remove screws

. Take off clamp

.
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Remove screw

on the left fork leg. Take off the fork protector.
700432-01
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Remove screw

on the right fork leg. Take off the fork protector.
4.6
Installing the fork protector
700432-10
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Position the fork protection on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten screws

.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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