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09/FRONT WHEEL
Installing the front brake disc
13.5
Checking the tire condition
13.6
Info
Only mount tires approved and/or recommended by KTM.
Other tires could have a negative effect on handling characteristics.
The type, condition, and air pressure of the tires all have a significant impact on the handling characteristics of the motorcycle.
The tires mounted on the front and rear wheels must have a similar profile.
Worn tires have a negative effect on handling characteristics, especially on wet surfaces.
Checking tire air pressure
13.7
Info
Low tire air pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire air pressure ensures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life.
Main work
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Clean the contact surface of the brake disc.
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Position the brake disc with the label facing outward. Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, front brake disc
500106-10
Subsequent work
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Install the front wheel. (
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Check the front and rear tires for cuts, run-in objects, and other damage.
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If the tire exhibits cuts, run-in objects, or other damage:
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Change the tire.
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Check the depth of the tread.
Info
Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth.
Minimum tread depth
400602-10
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If the tread depth is less than the minimum permissible depth:
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Change the tire.
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Check the tire age.
Info
The tire's date of manufacture is usually part of the tire markings and is
indicated by the last four digits of the DOT marking. The first two digits indi-
cate the week of manufacture and the last two digits the year of manufac-
ture.
KTM recommends that the tires be changed after 5 years at the latest,
regardless of the actual state of wear.
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If the tire is older than five years:
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Change the tire.
M6
14 Nm
(10.3 lbf ft)
p. 80)
≥ 2 mm (≥ 0.08 in)
82
.
1
Loctite
243™
®
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