KTM 790 Adventure 2019, Owner'S Manual

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WHEELS, TIRES 15
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15.4 Installing the rear wheel
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Danger of accidents There is no braking effect to start with at the rear brake after installing the rear
wheel.
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Actuate the foot brake several times before going on a ride until you can feel a firm pressure point.
Main work
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Check the rear hub damping rubber pieces. ( p. 252)
F02072-10
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Check the wheel bearing for damage and wear.
» If the wheel bearing is damaged or worn:
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Change the rear wheel bearing.
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Remove spacer.
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Clean and grease shaft seal ring 1 and contact surface A of
the spacer.
Long-life grease ( p. 342)
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Insert a spacer.