KTM 450 SX-F 2023 User Manual

SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
55
Universal oil spray ( p. 160)
– Press the dust boots back into their installation position.
– Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
– Install the fork protector. ( p. 55)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 53)
11.5 Removing the fork protector
S05329-10
(All standard models)
–
Remove screws
1
and take off the clamp.
–
Remove screws
2
and take off the left fork protector.
–
Remove screws
3
and take off the right fork protector.
(Factory Edition)
– Remove the front wheel. ( p. 106)
S05599-10
–
Remove screws
1
and take off the clamp.
–
Remove screws
2
and take off the left fork protector.
–
Remove screws
3
and take off the right fork protector.
11.6 Installing the fork protector
S05329-11
(All standard models)
– Position the fork protector on left fork leg. Mount and
tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
– Position the brake line and the clamp. Mount and tighten
screws
2
.
– Position the fork protector on the right fork leg. Mount and
tighten screws
3
.
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)

KTM 450 SX-F 2023 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	449.9 cc
Bore x Stroke	95 mm x 63.4 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Compression Ratio	13.1:1
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
Frame	Central Double-Cradle Type 25CrMo4 Steel
Front Suspension	WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, 44 mm
Front Brake	260 mm disc
Rear Brake	220 mm disc
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.2 L