KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 User Manual

13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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– Shift the transmission to idle .
–
Pull the lower chain section with specified weight
A
.
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measure-
ment
15 kg (33 lb.)
–
Measure the distance
B
of 18 chain rollers on the upper part
of the chain.
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat
this measurement at different chain positions.
Maximum distance
B
from
18 chain rollers at the
longest chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
»
If distance
B
is greater than the specified measurement:
– Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
When a new chain is mounted, the rear sprocket
and engine sprocket should also be changed.
New chains wear out faster on old, worn sprock-
ets.
For safety reasons, the chain has no chain joint.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement	1301 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	WP semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP semi-active suspension monoshock
Wheelbase	1560 mm
Fuel Capacity	23 liters
Dry Weight	215 kg
Power	160 hp (118 kW) @ 8750 rpm
Torque	140 Nm @ 6750 rpm
Front Brake	2 x 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	267 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
ABS	Bosch 9ME Combined ABS
Traction Control	MTC (Motorcycle Traction Control)
Seat Height	860/875 mm
Tires Front	120/70 R19
Tires Rear	170/60 R17