KTM 690 DUKE R EU, Owner'S Manual

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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Pull the lower chain section with specified weight

.
Guideline
Weight of chain wear measurement 15 kg (33 lb.)
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Measure the distance

of 18 chain links in the lower chain section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even. Repeat this measurement at different chain posi-
tions.
Maximum distance

at the longest
chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
» If the distance

is greater than the specified measurement:
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Replace the chain.
Info
When the chain is replaced, the rear sprocket and engine sprocket
should also be changed.
New chains wear out faster on old, worn sprockets.
For safety reasons, the chain has no chain joint.