KTM 990 SUPERMOTO R AUS/UK, Owner'S Manual

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13 WHEELS, TIRES
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13.5 Checking the rear hub rubber dampers
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The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 5 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub will be damaged.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the rear wheel stand. ( p. 75)
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Remove the rear wheel. x ( p. 109)
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Main work
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Remove the rear sprocket carrier.
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Check the rubber dampers of the rear hub for damage and wear.
» If the rubber dampers of the rear hub are damaged or worn:
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Change the rear hub shock absorber. x
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Position the rear sprocket carrier.
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A pin/rubber damper pair that is low in play increases the service life of the rub-
ber damper.
Finishing work
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Install the rear wheel.
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( p. 111)
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Take the motorcycle off of the rear wheel stand. ( p. 75)
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Check the chain tension. ( p. 86)