Checking The Spoke Tension - KTM Freeride E-SX Owner's Manual

14 WHEELS, TIRES
14.7

Checking the spoke tension

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 glad to help.)
Preparatory work
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Deactivate the vehicle. (
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Fold the seat up. (
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Remove the KTM PowerPack. (
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Mount the covering cap. (
Main work
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Briefly strike each spoke with the tip of a screwdriver.
Info
The tone frequency depends on the length of the spoke and the spoke diam-
eter.
If spokes of equal length and diameter vibrate with a different tone, this is
an indication that the spoke tensions differ.
You should hear a high note.
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» If the spoke tension varies:
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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)
Finishing work
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Install the KTM PowerPack. (
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Lock the seat. (
p. 37)
p. 63)
p. 94)
p. 64)
M4.5
p. 94)
p. 63)
85
5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)