Checking The Rear Hub Rubber Dampers - KTM 990 SUPER DUKE R EU Owner's Manual

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Checking the rear hub rubber dampers

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The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 5 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub will be damaged.
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Preparatory work
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Remove the frame slider.
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Raise the motorcycle with the rear wheel stand. (
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Remove the rear wheel.
Main work
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Remove the rear sprocket carrier.
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Check the rubber dampers of the rear hub for damage and wear.
» If the rubber dampers of the rear hub are damaged or worn:
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Change the rubber dampers.
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Position the rear sprocket carrier.
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A pin/rubber damper pair that is low in play increases the service life of the rub-
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ber damper.
Finishing work
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Install the rear wheel.
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Take the motorcycle off of the rear wheel stand. (
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Check the chain tension. (
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Mount the frame slider.
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