KTM 2016 RC 250 - Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, and Engine Sprocket

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12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 89

12.13 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, and engine sprocket

100132-10

– Check the rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear.

» If the rear sprocket and engine sprocket are worn:

– Change the power set.

Info

The engine sprocket, rear sprocket, and chain should always be replaced

together.

Main Page

Default Chapter5
- Table of Contents5
1 Means of Representation9
- Symbols Used9
- Formats Used10
2 Safety Advice11
- Use Definition11
- Degrees of Risk and Symbols12
- Tampering Warning12
- Safe Operation13
- Protective Clothing14
- Work Rules14
- Environment14
- Owner's Manual15
3 Important Notes16
- Manufacturer and Implied Warranty16
- Operating and Auxiliary Substances16
- Spare Parts, Accessories16
- Service17
- Figures17
- Customer Service17
4 View of Vehicle18
- View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)18
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)20
5 Serial Numbers22
- Chassis Number22
- Type Label22
- Engine Number23
- Key Number23
6 Controls24
- Clutch Lever24
- Hand Brake Lever24
- Throttle Grip25
- Horn Button25
- Light Switch26
- High Beam Flasher Button26
- Turn Signal Switch27
- Emergency off Switch27
- Electric Starter Button28
- Ignition/Steering Lock28
- Locking the Steering29
- Unlocking the Steering29
- Opening the Filler Cap30
- Closing the Filler Cap31
- Seat Lock31
- Tool Set32
- Grab Handles32
- Passenger Footrests33
- Shift Lever33
- Foot Brake Lever34
- Side Stand35
7 Combination Instrument36
- Overview36
- Activation and Test37
- Warning Notes38
- Function Buttons41
- Indicator Lamps42
- Display43
- Filling Level Display in Fuel Tank44
- TRIP F Display45
- Coolant Temperature Indicator46
- Info Display47
- Riding Time/Average Speed Menu48
- Average Speed/Average Fuel Consumption 1 Menu48
- Average Fuel Consumption 1/Average Fuel Consumption 2 Menu49
- Average Fuel Consumption 2/Service Menu50
- Service/Range Menu51
- Range/Riding Time Menu52
- Total Distance Menu ODO53
- Distance Menu 1 TRIP 154
- Distance Menu 2 TRIP 254
- Setting Kilometers or Miles55
- Setting the Time56
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM 156
- Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM 257
8 Preparing for Use58
- Advice on First Use58
- Running in the Engine59
- Loading the Vehicle60
9 Riding Instructions62
- Checks and Maintenance When Preparing for Use62
- Starting63
- Starting off65
- Shifting, Riding65
- Applying the Brakes68
- Stopping, Parking70
- Transport71
- Refueling72
10 Service Schedule74
- Additional Information74
- Required Work74
- Recommended Work76
11 Tuning the Chassis77
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber77
- Adjusting the Shift Lever78
12 Service Work on the Chassis80
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Rear Wheel Stand80
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Rear Wheel Stand80
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Front Wheel Stand81
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Front Wheel Stand82
- Removing the Front Rider's Seat83
- Mounting the Front Rider's Seat84
- Removing the Passenger Seat84
- Mounting the Passenger Seat85
- Checking for Chain Dirt Accumulation86
- Cleaning the Chain86
- Checking the Chain Tension87
- Adjusting the Chain Tension89
- Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, and Engine Sprocket91
- Removing the Battery Cover93
- Mounting the Battery Cover95
- Removing the Front Spoiler95
- Fitting Front Spoiler97
- Removing the Left Side Cover99
- Installing the Left Side Cover100
- Removing the Right Side Cover102
- Installing the Right Side Cover103
13 Brake System104
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)104
- Checking the Brake Discs105
- Checking the Brake Fluid Level of the Front Brake106
- Adding Front Brake Fluid107
- Checking the Front Brake Linings108
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level109
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid110
- Checking the Rear Brake Linings111
- Checking the Free Travel of Foot Brake Lever112
- Adjusting the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever113
14 Wheels, Tires115
- Removing the Front Wheel115
- Installing the Front Wheel116
- Removing the Rear Wheel118
- Installing the Rear Wheel119
- Checking the Rear Hub Rubber Dampers120
- Checking the Tire Condition122
- Checking the Tire Air Pressure123
15 Electrical System125
- Electrical System125
- Removing the Battery125
- Installing the Battery126
- Recharging the Battery127
- Changing the ABS Fuses130
- Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers132
- Changing the Low Beam Bulb134
- Changing the High Beam Bulb135
- Checking the Low Beam Headlight Adjustment137
- Checking the High Beam Headlight Adjustment138
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the Low Beam139
- Adjusting the Headlight Range of the High Beam139
16 Cooling System140
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank141
- Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level143
- Correcting the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank145
- Draining the Coolant146
- Filling/Bleeding the Cooling System147
17 Tuning the Engine150
- Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable150
- Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable151
- Checking the Clutch Lever Play151
- Adjusting the Clutch Cable Play152
18 Service Work on the Engine153
- Checking the Engine Oil Level153
  - The Oil Screens153
- Adding Engine Oil156
19 Cleaning, Care158
- Cleaning the Motorcycle158
  - Operation160
20 Storage162
- Preparing for Use after Storage163
21 Troubleshooting164
22 Blink Code167
23 Technical Data173
- Engine173
- Engine Tightening Torques174
- Capacities177
- Engine Oil177
- Coolant177
- Fuel177
- Chassis177
- Electrical System179
- Tires180
- Fork180
- Shock Absorber180
- Chassis Tightening Torques181
24 Substances187
25 Auxiliary Substances189
26 Standards191
27 Index of Special Terms192
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter, Cleaning193
- List of Abbreviations193
29 List of Symbols194
- Red Symbols194
- Yellow and Orange Symbols194
- Green and Blue Symbols194
- Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter195
- Index195

KTM 2016 RC 250 - Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, and Engine Sprocket

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