Checking Spoke Tension; Removing The Seat; Mounting The Seat - KTM 65 XC 2009 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Checking spoke tension

9.70
Warning
Danger of accidents Instable handling due to incorrect spoke tension.
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Ensure that the spoke tension is correct. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be pleased to help.)
Info
A loose spoke can cause wheel imbalance, which leads to more loose spokes in a short time.
If the spokes are too tight, they can break due to local overload.
Check the spoke tension regularly, especially on a new motorcycle.

Removing the seat

9.71

Mounting the seat

9.72
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Mount the dust cap.
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Briefly strike each spoke with the blade of a screwdriver.
Info
The frequency of the tone depends on the spoke length and diameter.
If you hear different tone frequencies from spokes of the same length and
thickness, this is an indication that the spoke tension differs.
You should hear a high note.
» If the spoke tension differs:
700435-01
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Correct the spoke tension.
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Check the spoke torque.
Guideline
Spoke nipple
Torque wrench with various accessories in set (58429094000)
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Open quick release
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Pull back the seat and remove it.
300633-10
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Hook the seat onto screw
Projection
300634-10
x
M3.5
and raise the rear of the seat.
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and lower the seat at the rear while pushing it forward.
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hooks into the fuel tank.
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48
3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft)