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– Position the chain adjuster . Mount nut , but do not tighten it yet.
– Check chain tension when fitting rear wheel. ( p. 57)
– Make sure that the chain adjusters  are fitted correctly on the adjusting
screws .
– Tighten nut .
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle M20x1.5 80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
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The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters (32 mm) enables different
secondary transmissions with the same chain length.
The chain adjusters  can be turned by 180°.
– Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings lie on the brake disc
and there is a pressure point.
– Remove the motorcycle from the work stand. ( p. 40)
13.70Tire condition checking
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Only mount tires approved or recommended by KTM.
Other tires could have a negative effect on riding behavior.
The type, condition and air pressure of the tires all have an important impact on the riding behavior of the motorcycle.
The front and rear wheels must be mounted with tires with similar profiles.
Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior, especially on wet surfaces.
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– Examine the front and rear tires for cuts, foreign bodies and other damage.
» If you find cuts, foreign bodies or other damage on a tire:
– Change the tires.
– Check the depth of the tread.
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Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth.
Minimum tread depth ≥ 2 mm (≥ 0.08 in)
» If the tread depth is less than the minimum allowable depth:
– Change the tires.
– Check the age of the tires.
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The tire's date of manufacture is usually part of the tire markings and is
indicated by the last four digits of the DOT marking. The first two digits refer
to the week of manufacture and last two digits refer to the year of manufac-
ture.
KTM recommends that the tires be changed after five years at the latest,
regardless of the actual state of wear.
» If a tire is more than 5 years old:
– Change the tires.
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