KTM 690 DUKE R EU, Owner'S Manual

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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Main work
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Loosen nut  .
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Loosen nuts  .
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Adjust the chain tension by turning adjusting screws

left and right.
Guideline
Chain tension 5 mm (0.2 in)
Turn adjusting screws

on the left and right so that the markings on the left and
right chain adjusters

are in the same position relative to reference marks

. The
rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
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The upper part of the chain must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even. Repeat this measurement at different chain posi-
tions.
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Tighten nuts

.
–
Make sure that chain adjusters  are fitted correctly on adjusting screws  .
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Tighten nut

.
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle M25x1.5 90 Nm
(66.4 lbf ft)