KTM 890 ADVENTURE R 2023 User Manual

SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 13
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13.9 Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
–
Check the chain tension regularly.
– Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
– Raise motorcycle with rear lifting gear. ( p. 94)
F02029-10
Main work
– Shift the transmission into neutral .
– Push the chain behind the chain sliding piece up and
determine the chain tension
A
between the link fork and the
upper edge of the chain.
Guideline
Distance
B
from the chain
sliding piece
2.5 cm (0.98 in)
Measure the distance from the flat part of the link fork
directly above the chain, not from the edge of the link fork.
Info
Top chain section
C
must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even. Repeat this measure-
ment at different chain positions.
Chain tension 2 … 5 mm (0.08 … 0.2 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet the specification:
– Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 97)
– Remove the rear of the motorcycle from the lifting gear.
( p. 94)
13.10 Adjusting the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
– Check the chain tension regularly.
– Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
– Raise motorcycle with rear lifting gear. ( p. 94)
– Check the chain tension. ( p. 97)

KTM 890 ADVENTURE R 2023 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin
Displacement	889 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Bore x Stroke	90.7 mm x 68.8 mm
Compression Ratio	13.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Final Drive	Chain
Front Tire	90/90-21
Rear Tire	150/70-18
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Power	105 hp (77 kW) @ 8, 000 rpm
Torque	100 Nm
Fuel Tank Capacity	20 liters
Seat Height	880 mm (34.6 in)
Dry Weight	196 kg (432 lb)
Rear Suspension	WP XPLOR PDS shock absorber
Front Brake	2x radially mounted 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	2-piston floating caliper
ABS	Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode)
Wheels Front	21"
Wheels Rear	18"
Chain	520
Steering Head Angle	63.5°
Ground Clearance	263 mm