KTM 690 SMC - Installing the Fork Protector; Checking Play of Steering Head Bearing

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 73
9.15Installing the fork protector
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– Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
– Position the fork protection on the left fork leg. Mount and tighten screws.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10Nm (7.4lbfft)
– Position the brake line and cable harness. Put the clamp on, mount and tighten
screws.
– Position the fork protection on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten the screws.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10Nm (7.4lbfft)
9.16Checking play of steering head bearingx
Warning
Danger of accidents Unsafe riding behavior due to incorrect steering head bearing play.
– The steering head bearing play should be adjusted immediately in an authorized KTM workshop.
Info
If the bike is driven for a longer time with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame can be
damaged after time.
– Jack up the motorcycle and secure it against falling over.
The front wheel is not in contact with the ground and there is no weight on the fork
legs.