KTM 350 EXC-F 2015 User Manual

14 WHEELS, TIRES 78
14.1 Removing the front wheel x
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 48)
M00116-10
Main work
– Press the brake caliper onto the brake disc by hand in order to push back the brake
pistons.
Info
Make sure when pushing back the brake pistons that you do not press the
brake caliper against the spokes.
M00117-10
–
Loosen screw

by several turns.
–
Release screws

.
–
Press on screw

to push the wheel spindle out of the axle clamp.
–
Remove screw

.
M00118-10
– Holding the front wheel, withdraw the wheel spindle. Take the front wheel out of
the fork.
Info
Do not pull the hand brake lever when the front wheel is removed.
Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the brake disc is not dam-
aged.
M00119-10
–
Remove spacers

.
14.2 Installing the front wheel x
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
M00119-11
– Check the wheel bearing for damage and wear.
» If the wheel bearing is damaged or worn:
–
Change the wheel bearing. x
–
Clean and grease shaft seal rings

and bearing surface

of the spacers.
Long-life grease ( p. 114)
– Insert the spacers.

KTM 350 EXC-F 2015 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	349.7 cc
Bore x Stroke	88 mm x 57.5 mm
Compression Ratio	12.3:1
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, 42 mm throttle body
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Tire	90/90-21
Rear Tire	140/80-18
Dry Weight	107.5 kg
Starter	Electric starter
Frame	Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing
Front Suspension	WP USD Ø 48 mm
Front Brake	260 mm disc
Rear Brake	220 mm disc
Seat Height	970 mm
Fuel Capacity	9.5 liters