KTM 1190 RC8 R EU/UK 2009 User Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON FRAME AND ENGINE 123
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The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
– Clean the chain regularly.
– Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water.
– Remove old grease remains with chain cleaner.
Chain cleaner ( p. 231)
– After drying, apply chain spray.
Chain lube for road use ( p. 231)
9.28Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension.
– If the chain is over tensioned, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bearings in
transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. Apart from premature wear, in extreme cases the chain may snap or the
countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it may jump off the engine sprocket or the
rear sprocket, causing the rear wheel to lock or damage the engine. Check for correct chain tension and adjust if necessary.

KTM 1190 RC8 R EU/UK 2009 Specifications

General

Brand	KTM
Model	1190 RC8 R EU/UK 2009
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English