Checking and Adjusting the chain tension Ktm 450 530 2008-2011

Model: KTM

450 EXC-R EU
450 EXC-R AUS/UK
450 EXC-R SIX DAYS
450 EXC-R USA
450 XCR-W USA
450 XCR-W ZA
530 EXC-R EU
530 EXC-R AUS/UK
530 EXC-R SIX DAYS
530 EXC-R USA
530 XCR-W USA
530 XCR-W ZA

Year: 2008-2011

Checking the chain tension

Warning: Danger of accidents. Danger caused by incorrect chain tension.
If the chain tension is too high, 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 can rupture or the countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it can fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket and block the rear wheel or damage the engine. Check for correct chain tension and adjust if necessary.

  • Jack up the motorcycle.
  • Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding component upwards to measure the chain tension (A).
    Info:
    The upper chain section (1) must be taut.
    Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at different chain positions.

Chain tension: 8… 10 mm (0.31… 0.39 in)

Adjusting chain tension – after checking

  • Loosen nut (1).
  • Loosen nuts (2).
  • Adjust the chain tension by turning the adjusting screws (3) left and right.

Specification: Chain tension 8… 10 mm (0.31… 0.39 in)

Turn the adjusting screws (3) left and right so that the markings on the left and right chain adjusters are in the same position relative to the reference marks (A). The rear wheel is then correctly aligned.

  • Tighten nuts (2).
  • Make sure that the chain adjusters (4) are fitted correctly on the adjusting screws (3).
  • Tighten nut (1).

Nut, rear wheel spindle: M20x1,5 80 Nm(59.01 lbf ft)

For more detail you can order manual here:

2010 Atv Ktm 450 Sx Ktm 505 Sx Service Repair Workshop Manual

Ktm 530 Exc 2009 Factory Service Repair Manual (MT066697)

Ktm 530 2008-2011 Online Service Repair Manual (MT046229)

Ktm 530 Exc 2009 Service Repair Workshop Manual (MT025441)

KTM Service Manual, Repair manual, workshop manual PDF download

Ktm Spare Parts Catalogue, Parts Manual Pdf Download

KTM Operation and Maintenance Manual PDF download

Leave a Reply
Worldwide shipping

On all orders for spare parts, tools

Easy 30 days returns

30 days money back guarantee

International Warranty

Offered in the country of usage

100% Secure Checkout

PayPal / MasterCard / Visa