12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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12.39 Checking the frame
S01316-10
– Check the frame for cracks and deformation.
» If the frame exhibits cracks or deformation due to a
mechanical impact:
– Change the frame.
Info
Always replace a frame that has been dam-
aged due to a mechanical impact. Repair of the
frame is not authorized by KTM.
12.40 Checking the swingarm
S01317-10
– Check the swingarm for damage, cracking, and deformation.
» If the swingarm shows signs of damage, cracking, or defor-
mation:
– Change the swingarm.
Info
Always change a damaged swingarm. Repair of
the swingarm is not authorized by KTM.
12.41 Checking throttle cable routing
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 80)
– Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 85)
E01230-01
Main work
– Check throttle cable routing.
Both throttle cables must be routed, side by side, on the
back of the handlebars, above the fuel tank bracket on the
right of the frame to the throttle valve body. Both throttle
cables must be secured behind the fuel tank contact area
rubber band.
» If the throttle cable routing is not as specified:
– Correct throttle cable routing.
Finishing work
– Install the fuel tank. ( p. 87)