Checking Chain Dirt; Cleaning The Chain - KTM Supermoto 690 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Checking chain dirt

Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
Clean the chain. (

Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage.
Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
Clean the chain regularly.
Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water.
Remove old grease remains with chain cleaner.
Chain cleaner ( P. 155)
P. 64)
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