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– Remove the dust cap.
– Check the tire air pressure when the tires are cold.
Tire air pressure, solo
Front 2.4 bar (35 psi)
Rear 2.6 bar (38 psi)
Tire air pressure with passenger/full payload
Front 2.4 bar (35 psi)
Rear 2.8 bar (41 psi)
» If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
– Correct the tire pressure.
– Mount the dust cap.
12.8Checking spoke tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Instable handling due to incorrect spoke tension.
– Ensure that the spoke tension is correct. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Info
A loose spoke can cause wheel imbalance, leading to more loose spokes in a short time.
If the spokes are too tight, they can break due to local overload.
Check the spoke tension regularly, especially on a new motorcycle.