KTM Freeride 350 - Page 55

SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 53
400987-10
– Pull on the upper part of the chain with the specified weight A.
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measurement 10… 15 kg (22… 33 lb.)
– Measure the distance B of 18 chain links 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 at the longest
chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
» If the distance B is greater than the specified measurement:
–
Replace the chain. x
Info
When the chain is replaced, the rear sprocket and engine sprocket
should also be changed.
New chains wear out faster on old, worn sprockets.
B01069-10
– Check the chain sliding guard for wear.
» If the bottom edge of the chain bolt is in line with or below the chain sliding
guard:
–
Change the chain sliding guard. x
– Check that the chain sliding guard is firmly seated.
» If the chain sliding guard is loose:
– Tighten the chain sliding guard.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
401470-01
– Check the chain sliding piece for wear.
» If the bottom edge of the chain bolt is in line with or below the chain sliding
piece:
–
Change the chain sliding piece. x
– Check that the chain sliding piece is firmly seated.
» If the chain sliding piece is loose:
– Tighten the chain sliding piece.
Guideline
Screw, chain sliding piece M8 15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)