Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation; Cleaning The Chain - KTM 450 SX-F EU Owner's Manual

SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS

Checking for chain dirt accumulation

10.34

Cleaning the chain

10.35
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.
B00414-01
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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. (
B00315-11
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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. (
400678-01
p. 46)
with the rubber bushing.
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M6
with the collar bushing.
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M6
p. 38)
p. 42)
42
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)