SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
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– Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp
to avoid stresses.
–
Tighten screws
6
.
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
M8 17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft)
– Secure the wiring harness with cable holder on the left. Mount
and tighten screw
7
.
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–
Position the brake caliper. Mount and tighten screws
8
.
Guideline
Screw, front
brake caliper
M8 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
– Position the brake line and the clamp. Mount and tighten
screws
9
.
Finishing work
– Install front fender. ( p. 58)
– Mount the handlebar cushion.
– Install the start number plate. ( p. 57)
– Install the front wheel. ( p. 94)
– Check that the wiring harness, throttle cables, and brake and
clutch lines can move freely and are routed correctly.
– Check the steering head bearing play. ( p. 55)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 49)
11.11 Checking the steering head bearing play
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect steering head bearing play impairs the handling characteristic and dam-
ages components.
– Correct incorrect steering head bearing play immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad
to help.)
Info
If the vehicle is operated for a lengthy period with play in the steering head bearing, the bearings and the
bearing seats in the frame can become damaged over time.
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 49)
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