KTM 500 EXC - Seat, Air Filter Box, and Air Filter Service

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 51
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Main work
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the fork legs to and fro in
the direction of travel.
No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
» If there is noticeable play present:
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Adjust the play of the steering head bearing. x ( p. 51)
– Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. No
resting locations should be noticeable.
» If click positions are noticeable:
–
Adjust the play of the steering head bearing. x ( p. 51)
– Check the steering head bearing and replace if required.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 45)
11.14 Adjusting the play of the steering head bearing x
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 45)
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Main work
– 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 strains.
– 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)
Finishing work
– Check the steering head bearing play. ( p. 50)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 45)
11.15 Greasing the steering head bearing x
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Remove the lower triple clamp. x ( p. 48)
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Install the lower triple clamp. x ( p. 49)