KTM 450 SX-F 2023 User Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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11.20 Removing the shock absorber
Preparatory work
– Remove main silencer. ( p. 76)
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 53)
S05384-10
Main work
– Remove the cable ties.
–
Remove screws
1
with the washers.
– Take off the left frame protector.
– Push the right frame protector to the front and take off at the
bottom.
S05341-10
–
Remove screw
2
.
–
Remove fitting
3
.
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Raise the swingarm slightly to be able to remove the
screws more easily.
S05385-10
–
Remove screws
4
.
– Pull off foot brake cylinder from the push rod.
S05386-01
– Remove the connecting link of the chain.
– Take off the chain.
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Cover the components to protect them against damage.

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