KTM Freeride 250 R EU, Owner'S Manual

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12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
51
C00906-11
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Mount and tighten screws

on both sides.
Guideline
Screw, fuel tank M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft) Loctite ® 243™
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Mount and tighten screw

.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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Mount the fuel tank breather.
Finishing work
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Lock the seat. ( p. 46)
12.30 Checking for chain dirt accumulation
400678-01
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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. ( p. 51)
12.31 Cleaning the chain
Warning
Danger of accidents
Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
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Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
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
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 38)
400725-01
Main work
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Clean the chain regularly and then treat with chain spray.
Chain cleaner ( p. 105)
Off-road chain spray ( p. 105)
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 38)