KTM 250 SX-F 2016 User Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 40
402556-10
(SX‑F US, XC‑F US)
–
Release bleeder screws

.
Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork.
– Tighten the bleeder screws.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 39)
11.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 39)
– Remove the fork protector. ( p. 40)
M00033-10
Main work
–
Push dust boots

of both fork legs downward.
Info
The dust boots remove dust and coarse dirt particles from the inside fork
tubes. Over time, dirt can accumulate behind the dust boots. If this dirt is
not removed, the oil seals behind can start to leak.
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking
effect.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
– Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
– Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tubes of both fork legs.
Universal oil spray ( p. 108)
– Press the dust boots back into their installation position.
– Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
– Install the fork protector. ( p. 41)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 39)
11.5 Removing the fork protector
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–
Remove screws

and take off the clamp.
–
Remove screws

and take off the left fork protector.
–
Remove screws

and take off the right fork protector.

KTM 250 SX-F 2016 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	249.9 cc
Starter	Electric starter
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, 44 mm throttle body
Ignition	Keihin EMS
Transmission	5-speed
Front Tire	80/100-21
Rear Tire	100/90-19
Seat Height	960 mm
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Bore x Stroke	78 mm x 52.3 mm
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	WP USD, 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Front Brake	Disc brake, 260 mm
Rear Brake	Disc brake, 220 mm
Wheelbase	1485 mm
Fuel Capacity	7 liters
Frame	Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel