KTM Freeride E-XC NG 2018, Owner'S Manual

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SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 13
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13.29 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, motor sprocket, and chain guide
Preparatory work
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Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 43)
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Fold the seat up. ( p. 69)
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Remove the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 107)
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Mount the covering cap. ( p. 71)
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 57)
400227-01
Main work
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Check the rear sprocket and motor sprocket for wear.
» If the rear sprocket and motor sprocket are worn:
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Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
The motor sprocket, rear sprocket, and chain
should always be replaced together.
400987-10
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Pull at the top part of the chain with the specified weight
A
.
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measure-
ment 10 … 15 kg (22 … 33 lb.)
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Measure the distance
B
of 18 chain links in the lower chain
section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat
this measurement at different chain positions.
Maximum distance
B
at
the longest chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
» If distance
B
is greater than the specified measurement:
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Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
The motor sprocket, rear sprocket, and chain
should always be replaced together.