KTM Freeride 250 R 2016, Setup Instructions

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3 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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3.1 Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
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Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine.
Lift stand (78929955100)
Neither wheel is in contact with the ground.
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Secure the motorcycle against falling over.
3.2 Removing the motorcycle from the lift stand
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
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Remove the lift stand.
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To park the motorcycle, press side stand

to the ground with your foot and lean
the motorcycle on it.
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When you are riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with the
rubber band.
3.3 Removing the shock absorber
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 7)
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Fold the seat up. ( p. 9)
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Main work
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Remove screw

.
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Remove screw

and lower the rear wheel with the swing arm as far as possible
without blocking the rear wheel. Fix the rear wheel in this position.
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Remove screw

.
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Push splash protector

to the side and remove the shock absorber.
3.4 Installing the shock absorber
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Main work
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Push splash protector

to the side and position the shock absorber. Mount and
tighten screw

.
Guideline
Screw, top shock absorber M12 80 Nm
(59 lbf ft) Loctite ® 2701™
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Mount and tighten screw

.