Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation; Cleaning The Chain; Checking The Chain Tension - KTM 85 SX 19/16 2017 Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.33

Checking for chain dirt accumulation

11.34

Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces the road grip.
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Remove the lubricant from the tires using a suitable cleaning agent.
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
11.35

Checking the chain tension

Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear wheel bearings wear more
quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the rear wheel locks or
the engine will be damaged.
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Check the chain tension regularly.
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Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. (
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Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
Main work
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Clean the chain regularly and then treat with chain spray.
Chain cleaner (
Off-road chain spray (
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Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
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