KTM 1190 RC8 R Owner's Manual page 168

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Shift into neutral.
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Pull the lower chain section with specified weight
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measurement
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Measure the distance
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at differ-
ent chain positions.
Maximum distance
chain section
»
If distance
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Change the power set.
700303-01

of 18 chain links in the lower chain section.

at the longest
 is greater than the specified measurement:
x
Info
When the chain is replaced, the rear sprocket and engine sprocket
should also be changed.
A new chain wears out faster on old, worn sprockets.
For safety reasons, the chain has no chain joint.
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15 kg (33 lb.)
272 mm (10.71 in)
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