KTM 690 SMC 2008, Repair Manual

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01/FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
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5.4
Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
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Jack up the motorcycle and secure it against falling over.
The front wheel is no longer in contact with the ground and the fork legs are no
longer under tension.
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Remove the fork protector. ( p. 13)
600634-10
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Push dust boot

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 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.
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Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tube of both fork legs.
Universal oil spray ( p. 207)
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Press the dust boots back into their normal position.
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Remove excess oil.
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Install the fork protector. ( p. 13)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
5.5
Removing the fork protector
600633-11
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Remove screws

and take off clamp.
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Remove screws

on left fork leg. Remove the fork protector.
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Remove the screws on the right fork leg. Remove the fork protector.
5.6
Installing the fork protector
600633-10
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Position the fork protection on the left fork leg. Mount and tighten screws

.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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Position the brake line and cable harness. Put the clamp on, mount and tighten
screws

.
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Position the fork protection on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten the screws.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)