KTM Freeride 250 F 2018, Owner'S Manual

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12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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12.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 53)
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Remove the fork protector. ( p. 54)
F01198-10
Main work
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Push dust boots
1
of both fork legs downward.
Info
The dust boots remove dust and coarse dirt particles
from the inside fork tubes. Over time, dirt can accumu-
late behind the dust boots. If this dirt is not removed,
the oil seals behind can start to leak.
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 nec-
essary.
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Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tubes of both fork
legs.
Universal oil spray ( p. 147)
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Press the dust boots back into their installation position.
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Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
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Install the fork protector. ( p. 55)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 53)
12.5 Removing the fork protector
F01187-10
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Remove screws 1 . Take off the clamp.
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Remove screws 2 on the left fork leg. Take off the fork pro-
tector.