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09/FRONT WHEEL
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09/FRONT WHEEL
Checking tire air pressure
13.1
Info
Low tire air pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire air pressure ensures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life.
The tire pressure must be checked and corrected on all wheels.
Tire condition checking
13.2
Info
Fit only tires approved by KTM.
Other tires could have a negative effect on riding behavior.
The type, condition and air pressure of the tires all have an important impact on the riding behavior of the vehicle.
The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar profiles.
Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior, especially on wet surfaces.
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Examine the tires for cuts, foreign bodies and other damage.
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Check the depth of the tread.
Minimum tread depth
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If the minimum tread depth is insufficient:
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Change the tire.
Removing wheel/wheels
13.3
Info
Proceed in the same way on the other wheels if necessary.
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Remove dust cap.
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Check tire air pressure when tires are cold.
Tire air pressure off road
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If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
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Correct tire pressure.
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Mount dust cap.
100044-10
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Pull handbrake lever, push the locking pawl
brake lever. (Figure 100006-10
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Loosen the wheel nuts
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Jack up the vehicle. (
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Remove the wheel nuts. Remove the wheel.
Info
Carefully remove the wheel, making sure it does not become jammed with
the threads of the screws.
700001-01
0.3 bar (4 psi)
≥ 2 mm (≥ 0.08 in)
downwards, and release the hand-
P. 74)
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P. 14)
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