12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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12.37 Checking the frame
S01316-10
– Check the frame for damage, cracking, and deformation.
» If the frame shows signs of damage, cracking, or deforma-
tion:
– Change the frame.
Guideline
Repairs on the frame are not permitted.
12.38 Checking the link fork
S01317-10
– Check the link fork for damage, cracking, and deformation.
» If the link fork exhibits damage, cracking, or deformation:
– Change the link fork.
Info
Always replace a damaged link fork. Repairing
the link fork is not authorized by KTM.
12.39 Checking the throttle cable routing
Warning
Danger of accidents The throttle cable can become kinked, trapped or blocked if it is not routed cor-
rectly.
If the throttle cable is kinked, trapped or blocked, the speed can no longer be controlled.
– Make sure that the throttle cable routing and the play in throttle cable complies with the specifica-
tion.
Preparatory work
– Remove the seat. ( p. 70)
– Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 77)