User manual KTM 450 SMR

[. . . ] 3211243en DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 1 Congratulations on your decision to purchase a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sports motorcycle that will give you enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly. We wish you great pleasure riding the vehicle! Enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below. 9) The owner's manual corresponded to the latest state of this series at the time of printing. [. . . ] On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it can fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket and block the rear wheel or damage the engine. 21) Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upwards to measure chain tension . Info The upper chain section must be taut. Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at different chain positions. 500192-10 Loosen nut Loosen nuts . . Adjust the chain tension by turning the left and right adjusting screws Specification Chain tension 8. . . 0. 39 in) Turn the left and right adjusting screws so that the markings on the left and right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to the reference marks . are fitted correctly on the adjusting screws . Make sure that chain adjusters Info The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters (32 mm) enables different secondary transmissions with the same chain length. 21) 500193-10 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting chain tension - after checking Loosen nut Loosen nuts . left and right. 37 Adjust the chain tension by turning the adjusting screws Specification Chain tension 8. . . 0. 39 in) Turn the adjusting screws left and right so that the markings on the left and right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to the reference marks . are fitted correctly on the adjusting Make sure that the chain adjusters screws . Specification Nut, rear wheel spindle M20x1, 5 80 Nm (59. 01 lbf ft) Info 500193-13 The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters (32 mm) enables different secondary transmissions with the same chain length. The chain adjusters can be turned by 180°. Adjusting chain tension - fitting rear wheel Loosen nuts . Adjust the chain tension by turning the adjusting screws Specification Chain tension 8. . . 0. 39 in) Turn the adjusting screws left and right so that the markings on the left and right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to the reference marks . Tighten nuts . 500193-11 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Adjusting chain guide 38 x Remove screws and . Mount and tighten screws Specification Remaining screws, chassis and . M6 10 Nm (7. 38 lbf ft) Conditions Number of teeth: 45 teeth Insert nut in hole . Mount and tighten screws Specification Remaining screws, chassis and . M6 10 Nm (7. 38 lbf ft) 500194-10 Brake fluid reservoir Warning Danger of accidents Brake system failure. If the brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark, this indicates a leakage in the brake system or worn-out brake linings. Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM workshop, and do not ride any further. The brake fluid reservoirs of the front and rear brakes are dimensioned so that they do not need topping up with brake fluid even if the brake linings are worn. Brake calipers The brake calipers of this series are "floating", which means that they are not fixed to the brake caliper support. [. . . ] Supplier Motorex Motorex® Brake Fluid DOT 5. 1 Coolant Specification Use only suitable coolant (even in countries with high temperatures). -49 °F) 50 % Anti-corrosion/antifreeze 50 % distilled water Coolant (mixed ready to use) Antifreeze Supplier Motorex Motorex® Anti Freeze -40 °C (-40 °F) Hydraulic fluid (15) according to ISO VG (15) Specification Use only hydraulic fluid that complies with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possesses the corresponding properties. Supplier Motorex Motorex® Hydraulic Fluid 75 Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) according to JASO T903 MA ( SAE ( P. 86) (SAE 10W/50) Specification Use only engine oils that comply with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possess the corresponding properties. [. . . ]