KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 User Manual

13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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13.17 Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
– Check the chain tension regularly.
– Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
– Lift the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. ( p. 157)
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Main work
– Shift the transmission to idle .
–
At the chain sliding guard in the area of markings
A
and
B
,
push the chain upward and determine the chain tension.
Info
The lower chain section must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat
this measurement at different chain positions.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement	1301 cc
Bore x Stroke	108 mm x 71 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumps
Front Suspension	WP USD Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Traction Control	MTC (Motorcycle Traction Control)
Ground Clearance	140 mm
Seat Height	835 mm
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Dry Weight	189 kg
Front Tire	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire	190/55 ZR 17
Power	177 hp (130 kW) @ 9, 750 rpm
Torque	141 Nm @ 7, 000 rpm
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Frame	Chromoly steel trellis frame, powder coated
Front Brake	2 x Brembo, 320 mm
Rear Brake	Brembo twin-piston fixed caliper, 240 mm
Wheelbase	1482 mm