KTM 300 EXC 2023 User Manual

SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 12
75
12.14 Adjusting the steering head bearing play
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 64)
S04881-10
Main work
(All standard models)
–
Loosen screws
1
and
2
.
–
Loosen and retighten screw
3
.
Guideline
Screw, top steering
head
M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
– Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple
clamp to avoid stresses.
–
Tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
M8 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
–
Tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Screw, top steering
stem
M8 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
S03478-10
(All special models)
–
Loosen screws
1
. Remove screw
2
.
–
Loosen and retighten screw
3
.
Guideline
Screw, top steering
head
M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
– Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple
clamp to avoid stresses.
–
Tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
M8 17 Nm
(12.5 lbf ft)
–
Mount and tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Screw, top
steering stem
M8 17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
Finishing work
– Check the steering head bearing for play. ( p. 74)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 64)

KTM 300 EXC 2023 Specifications

General

Displacement	293.2 cc
Bore x Stroke	72 mm x 72 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	9 liters
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Seat Height	960 mm
Weight (without fuel)	103.4 kg
Engine Type	2-stroke
Rear Suspension	WP Xplor PDS
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	220 mm disc
Frame	Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel