KTM 450 EXC - Removing the Lower Triple Clamp (All EXC Models)

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 54
– Refit the headlight mask with the headlight. ( p. 97)
– Check the headlight setting. ( p. 99)
12.7 Removing the fork protector
S00820-10
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Remove screws

and take off the clamp.
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Remove screws

on the left fork leg. Take off the fork protector to the front.
–
Remove screws

on right fork leg. Take off the fork protector to the front.
12.8 Installing the fork protector
S00820-11
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Position the fork protector on the left fork leg. Mount and tighten screws

.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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Position the brake line, wiring harness, and clamp. Mount and tighten screws

.
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Position the fork protector on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten screws

.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
12.9 Removing the lower triple clamp (All EXC models)
Preparatory work
– Remove the headlight mask with the headlight. ( p. 96)
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 50)
– Remove the front wheel. ( p. 88)
– Remove the fork legs. ( p. 51)
– Remove the front fender. ( p. 62)
– Remove the handlebar cushion.
S00815-10
Main work
(EXC EU/AU)
– Open the cable holder in front of the right radiator and detach the wiring har-
ness.
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Remove screws

and hang the voltage regulator to the side.
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Remove screw

. Remove screw

. Take off the upper triple clamp with the
handlebar and set it aside.
Info
Cover the components to protect them against damage.
Do not kink the cables and lines.
S00816-10
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Remove O-ring

. Remove protective ring

.
– Take off the lower triple clamp with the steering stem.
– Remove the upper steering head bearing.