KTM 450 XCF-W 2023 User Manual

SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 12
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12.39 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 63)
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Main work
– Shift the transmission into neutral.
– Check the rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear.
» If the rear sprocket and engine sprocket are worn:
– Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
The engine sprocket, rear sprocket and chain
should always be replaced together.
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– Pull on the top section of the chain with the specified
weight
A
.
Guideline
Weight of chain wear mea-
surement
10 … 15 kg (22 … 33 lb.)
–
Measure distance
B
of 18 chain rollers in the lower chain
section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat
this measurement at different chain positions.
Maximum distance
B
from
18 chain rollers at the
longest chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
»
If distance
B
is greater than the specified measurement:
– Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
When a new chain is mounted, the rear sprocket
and engine sprocket should also be changed.
New chains wear out faster on old, worn sprock-
ets.

KTM 450 XCF-W 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
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP XPLOR PDS shock absorber
Seat Height	960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 liters
ABS	No
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Fuel System	Keihin EFI
Frame	Central Tube Frame, Chrome Moly Steel
Front Brake	Disc brake 260 mm
Rear Brake	Disc brake 220 mm