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KTM 450 SMR 2008 User Manual

KTM 450 SMR 2008
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MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 33
Checking gas Bowden cable route
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The two gas Bowden cables must run parallel behind the handlebar down to the
frame. They must be routed directly on the frame above the tank bearing to the car-
buretor.
Checking play in the gas Bowden cable
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the throttle grip back and
forth slightly to ascertain the play in the gas Bowden cable.
Play in gas Bowden cable 3… 5mm (0.12… 0.2in)
» If the gas Bowden cable play does not meet specifications:
Adjust the gas Bowden cable play. ( P. 33)
Danger
Danger of poisoningExhaust gases are poisonous and can result in uncon-
sciousness and/or death.
When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in a closed space.
Start the engine and let it run idle. Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire
steering range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
Adjust the gas Bowden cable play. ( P. 33)
Adjusting the gas Bowden cable playx
Dismount the fuel tank. ( P. 53)
Check gas Bowden cable route. ( P. 33)
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position.
Push back bellows
.
Loosen nut
. Turn adjusting screw in as far as possible.
Loosen nut
. Turn adjusting screw so that there is play in the gas Bowden ca-
ble at the throttle grip.
Specification
Play in gas Bowden cable 3… 5mm (0.12… 0.2in)
Tighten nut
.
Press and hold the throttle grip in the closed setting. Turn adjusting screw
out
until there is no play in the Bowden cable
.
Tighten nut
.
Push bellows
on. Check the throttle grip for smooth operation.
Install the fuel tank. ( P. 54)
Check play in the gas Bowden cable. ( P. 33)

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KTM 450 SMR 2008 Specifications

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BrandKTM
Model450 SMR 2008
CategoryMotorcycle
LanguageEnglish

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