KTM 690 SMC R 2014, Owner'S Manual

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13 WHEELS, TIRES
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Pull out wheel spindle
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to the point where the chain adjuster is no longer in contact
with the adjusting screw.
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Push the rear wheel forwards as far as possible and take the chain off the rear sprocket.
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Pull out the wheel spindle.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by damaged brake discs.
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Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the brake discs are not dam-
aged.
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Take the rear wheel out of the swing arm.
Info
Do not operate the foot brake when the rear wheel is removed.
13.4 Installing the rear wheel
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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.
Warning
Danger of accidents No braking effect when operating the rear brake.
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After installing the rear wheel, always operate the foot brake until the pressure point is reached.
Main work
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Check the rear hub rubber dampers.
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