KTM 450 EXC - Removing the Fork Legs

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 50
12.1 Raising the motorcycle with the lift stand
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Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
– Raise the motorcycle at the frame underneath the engine.
Lift stand (78129955100)
Neither wheel is in contact with the ground.
– Secure the motorcycle against falling over.
12.2 Removing the motorcycle from the lift stand
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
– Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
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– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
– Remove the lift stand.
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To park the motorcycle, press side stand

to the ground with your foot and lean
the motorcycle on it.
Info
While riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with the rubber
band.
12.3 Bleeding the fork legs
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 50)
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Main work
(EXC EU/AU)
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Release bleeder screws

.
Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork.
– Tighten the bleeder screws.
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(XC‑W)
–
Release bleeder screws

.
Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork.
– Tighten the bleeder screws.