KTM 450 SX-F 2017 User Manual

7 PREPARING FOR USE 21
– Clean the radiator fins.
– Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
7.7 Preparing for rides on wet and muddy surfaces
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– Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (79006921000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
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– Fit the steel sprocket.
– Clean the motorcycle. ( p. 98)
– Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
7.8 Preparing for rides at high temperature and slow speed
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– Adjust the secondary drive to the road conditions.
Info
The engine oil quickly gets hot if the clutch has to be operated very often
due to an excessively high secondary drive.
– Clean the chain.
Chain cleaner ( p. 114)
– Clean radiator fins.
– Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
– Check the coolant level. ( p. 86)
7.9 Preparing for rides at low temperature and in snow
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– Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (79006921000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.

KTM 450 SX-F 2017 Specifications

General

Displacement	449.9 cc
Bore x Stroke	95 mm x 63.4 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	5-speed
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Seat Height	960 mm
Compression Ratio	12.75:1
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, throttle body 44 mm
Ignition	Keihin EMS
Engine Type	Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Frame	Central double-cradle type 25CrMo4 steel
Front Brake	Disc brake, Ø 260 mm
Rear Brake	Disc brake, Ø 220 mm
Fuel Capacity	7 liters
Wheelbase	1, 485 mm
Front Suspension	WP USD, Ø 48 mm