KTM 65 SX - Adjusting the Chain Guide

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 44
B00383-10
– Check the chain sliding piece for wear.
» If the lower edge of the chain pins is in line with or below the chain sliding
piece:
–
Change the chain sliding piece. x
– Check the chain sliding piece for tightness.
» If the chain sliding piece is loose:
– Tighten the chain sliding piece.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M8 25 Nm
(18.4 lbf ft)
B00384-10
– Measure the material thickness B on the bottom of the chain guide.
Minimum distance B at the lowest
position
13 mm (0.51 in)
» If distance B is less than the specified measurement:
–
Change the chain guide. x
B00385-01
– Check the chain guide for tightness.
» If the chain guide is loose:
– Tighten the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
Finishing work
– Install the chain guard. ( p. 40)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 27)
11.37 Adjusting the chain guide x
Info
The size of the chain wheel varies with the number of teeth. The chain guide can be adjusted on small sprockets.
Preparatory work
– Remove the chain guard. ( p. 40)
700459-01
Main work
– Loosen screw 1.
– Position the chain guide.
– Tighten screw.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)