Checking The Chain For Dirt; Cleaning The Chain - KTM 125 SX Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON THE CHASSIS

Checking the chain for dirt

11.34

Cleaning the chain

11.35
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
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Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
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Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the sides of the radiator bracket.
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Make sure that no cables are trapped or damaged.
B00319-10
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Mount the fuel tank vent hose.
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Mount and tighten screw
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
B00316-11
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Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
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Connect the fuel hose.
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Mount the seat. (
B00315-13
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Check the chain for heavy soiling.
» If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. (
400678-01
p. 53)
with the collar bushing.
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M6
with the collar sleeve.
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M6
p. 44)
p. 49)
49
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)