User manual KTM 50 SX

[. . . ] 3211477en DEAR KTM CUSTOMER DEAR KTM CUSTOMER 1 Congratulations on your decision to purchase a KTM motorcycle. You are now the owner of a state-of-the-art sports motorcycle that will give you and your child enormous pleasure if you service and maintain it accordingly. We wish you great pleasure riding the vehicle! Enter the serial numbers of your vehicle below. 9) The owner's manual corresponded to the latest state of this series at the time of printing. [. . . ] Check the throttle grip for smooth operation. 700481-11 Checking chain dirt 9. 30 ­ Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation. 33) 400678-01 Cleaning the chain 9. 31 Warning Danger of accidentsOil or grease on the tires reduces their grip. ­ Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material. Warning Danger of accidentsReduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs. ­ Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary. Warning Environmental hazardHazardous substances cause environmental damage. ­ Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc. , should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations. Info The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance. 78) Offroad chain spray ( 400725-01 MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE Checking the chain tension 9. 32 34 Warning Danger of accidentsDanger caused by incorrect chain tension. ­ If the chain is over tensioned, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bearings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. Apart from premature wear, in extreme cases the chain may snap or the countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it may jump off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket, causing the rear wheel to lock or damage the engine. 20) Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upward to measure the chain tension . Info The upper chain section must be taut. Because chain wear is not always even, repeat this measurement at different chain positions. 35) » ­ If the chain tension does not meet specifications: ­ Adjusting chain tension - after checking. ( Checking the chain tension - installing rear wheel 9. 33 Warning Danger of accidentsDanger caused by incorrect chain tension. ­ If the chain is over tensioned, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bearings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. Apart from premature wear, in extreme cases the chain may snap or the countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it may jump off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket, causing the rear wheel to lock or damage the engine. ­ ­ Make sure that the chain adjuster support plates are lying on the adjusting screws. Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upward to measure the chain tension . Info The upper chain section must be taut. Because chain wear is not always even, repeat this measurement at different chain positions. 700483-01 Chain tension » ­ 5. . . 36) If the chain tension does not meet specifications: Adjust the chain tension when installing the rear wheel. ( Checking rear sprocket / engine sprocket for wear 9. 34 ­ Check rear sprocket / engine sprocket for wear. » If the rear sprocket / engine sprocket are worn: ­ Replace rear sprocket / engine sprocket. Info When fitting the chain joint, always make sure that the closed side of the joint faces forward (riding direction). [. . . ] 80) 76 Guideline ­ Only use high quality 2-stroke engine oil of a well-known brand. Fully synthetic Supplier Motorex® ­ Cross Power 2T Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5. 1 According to ­ DOT Guideline ­ Use only brake fluid that complies with the specified standards (see specifications on the container) and that possesses the corresponding properties. Supplier Castrol ­ RESPONSE BRAKE FLUID SUPER DOT 4 Motorex® ­ Brake Fluid DOT 5. 1 Coolant Guideline ­ Use only suitable coolant (also in countries with high temperatures). -49 °F) 50 % corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze 50 % distilled water Coolant (mixed ready to use) Antifreeze Supplier Motorex® ­ Anti Freeze -40 °C (-40 °F) Fork oil (SAE 7. 5) According to ­ SAE ( p. [. . . ]