Checking The Chain For Dirt; Cleaning The Chain - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 Owner's Manual

13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Checking the chain for dirt

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Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces the road grip.
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Remove the lubricant from the tires using a suitable cleaning agent.
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. ( p. 172)