KTM Freeride 250 R EU, Owner'S Manual

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18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
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18.2 Checking the gear oil level
Info
The gear oil level must be checked when the engine is cold.
Preparatory work
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
B01669-10
Main work
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Remove the gear oil monitoring screw  .
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Check the gear oil level.
A small quantity of gear oil must run out of the drilled hole.
» If no gear oil runs out:
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Add gear oil. ( p. 89)
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Mount and tighten the gear oil monitoring screw.
Guideline
Screw, gear oil level check M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
18.3 Changing the gear oil
400721-01
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Drain the gear oil. ( p. 88)
400722-01
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Fill in gear oil. ( p. 89)
18.4 Draining the gear oil
Warning
Danger of scalding
Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
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Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
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
Drain the gear oil while the motor is warm.
Preparatory work
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Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
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Place a suitable container under the engine.