Checking The Frame - KTM 250 EXC-F Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
12.40

Checking the frame

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Check the chain sliding piece for wear.
» If the bottom edge of the chain bolt is in line with or below the chain sliding
piece:
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Change the chain sliding piece.
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Check that the chain sliding piece is firmly seated.
» If the chain sliding piece is loose:
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Tighten the screw of the chain sliding piece.
Guideline
Screw, chain sliding piece
L02466-01
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Check the chain guide for wear.
Info
Wear is visible on the front of the chain guide.
» If the light part of the chain guide is worn:
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Change the chain guide.
401760-01
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Check that the chain guide is firmly seated.
» If the chain guide is loose:
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Tighten the screws on the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
Remaining nuts, chassis
K00149-01
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Check the frame for cracking and deformation.
» If the frame exhibits cracking or deformation due to a mechanical impact:
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Change the frame.
401340-01
Info
Always replace a frame that has been damaged due to a mechanical
impact. Repair of the frame is not authorized by KTM.
M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)
M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
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