KTM 1190 RC8 R USA, Owner'S Manual

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10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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10.13 Adjusting front vehicle level
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Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension settings can seriously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
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Following modifications, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new ride behavior.
100694-10
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Loosen screws
1
on the lower triple clamp.
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Loosen screw
2
on the upper triple clamp.
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Loosen screw
3
of the handlebar stub.
Info
Loosen the screws far enough to prevent damage to the lacquer when the fork
legs are moved.
Make the adjustments first on one fork leg and then on the other. When the
screws of both fork legs are loosened, the vehicle sags toward the front.
100695-01
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Align the fork leg in the desired position by means of the fork rings.
Guideline
Upper triple clamp flush with upper edge
of fork legs 0 mm (0 in)
Upper triple clamp flush with 1st ring of
fork legs 2.5 mm (0.098 in)
Upper triple clamp flush with 2nd ring of
fork legs (standard) 5 mm (0.2 in)