KTM 690 Enduro R AUS, Owner'S Manual

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SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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10.3
Bleeding the fork legs
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Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.
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Remove bleeder screws

briefly.
Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork.
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Mount and tighten bleeder screws.
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Carry out this action on both fork legs.
10.4
Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 65)
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Loosen the fork protection. ( p. 67)
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Push dust boot

of both fork legs downwards.
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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 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.