Checking Rear Hub Cush Drive; Checking The Tire Condition - KTM 2010 1190 RC8 R EU/UK Owner's Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON FRAME AND ENGINE

Checking rear hub cush drive

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The engine power is transmitted by the rear sprocket to the rear wheel through five shock absorbers. They eventually wear out dur-
ing operation. If the shock absorbers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub are damaged.

Checking the tire condition

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Warning
Danger of accidents Uncontrollable handling characteristic caused by a flat tire.
For your own safety, have damaged tires changed immediately.
Warning
Danger of crashing Poor vehicle handling due to different tire tread patterns on front and rear wheels.
The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar tread patterns to prevent loss of control over the vehicle.
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Remove the rear wheel.
Remove the rear sprocket carrier.
Check the rear hub for damage and wear.
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If the rear hub cush drive is damaged or worn:
Change the shock absorber.
Position the rear sprocket carrier.
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A set of bolts and shock absorbers should have as little free play as possible to
increase the service life of the shock absorbers.
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Install the rear wheel.
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