Checking The Rubber Grip; Additionally Securing The Rubber Grip; Adjusting The Basic Position Of The Clutch Lever - KTM 450 EXC EU Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
12.44

Checking the rubber grip

12.45

Additionally securing the rubber grip

12.46

Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever

Main work
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Check the throttle cable routing.
Both throttle cables must be routed side by side behind the handlebars and
above the fuel tank bearing to the throttle valve body.
» If the throttle cable is not routed as specified:
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Correct the throttle cable routing.
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Finishing work
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Install the fuel tank.
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Mount the seat. (
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Check the rubber grips on the handlebar for damage and wear and to ensure they
are firmly seated.
» If a rubber grip is damaged, worn or loose:
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Change and secure the rubber grip.
Rubber grip adhesive (00062030051) (
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Preparatory work
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Check the rubber grip. (
Main work
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Secure the rubber grip at two points using the securing wire.
Securing wire (54812016000)
Wire twister forceps (U6907854)
The twisted wire ends face away from the hands and are bent toward the rub-
ber grip.
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Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting
screw .
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Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
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Do not make any adjustments while riding!
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