Checking The Chain For Dirt; Cleaning The Chain - KTM 250 SX 2019 Owner's Manual

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11.33

Checking the chain for dirt

11.34

Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces the road grip.
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.
Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the applicable regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
Finishing work
Mount the seat. (
Check the chain for heavy soiling.
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If the chain is very dirty:
Clean the chain. (
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Preparatory work
Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
Main work
Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water.
Remove old grease residue with chain cleaner.
Chain cleaner (
After drying, apply chain spray.
Off-road chain spray (
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Finishing work
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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