Checking The Frame; Checking The Swingarm; Checking Throttle Cable Routing - KTM 450 EXC Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
12.40

Checking the frame

12.41

Checking the swingarm

12.42

Checking throttle cable routing

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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
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Check the swingarm for damage, cracking, and deformation.
» If the swingarm shows signs of damage, cracking, or deformation:
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Change the swingarm.
401341-01
Preparatory work
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Remove the seat. (
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Remove the fuel tank.
Main work
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Check throttle cable routing.
Both throttle cables must be routed to the throttle valve body side by side behind
the handlebars and above the fuel tank bearing.
» If the throttle cable routing is not as specified:
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Correct throttle cable routing.
K00110-01
Finishing work
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Install the fuel tank.
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Mount the seat. (
Info
Always replace a frame that has been damaged due to a mechanical
impact. Repair of the frame is not authorized by KTM.
Info
Always change a damaged swingarm. Repair of the swingarm is not
authorized by KTM.
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