KTM 2015 450 Rally Factory Replica, Owner'S Manual

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11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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11.9 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
Caution
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
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The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 44)
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Remove the seat. ( p. 54)
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Remove the main silencer. ( p. 56)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 51)
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Loosen screw

.
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Turn adjusting ring

until the spring is no longer under tension.
Hook wrench (T106S)
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Measure the overall spring length when not under tension.
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Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring

to measurement

.
Guideline
Spring preload
Standard 12 mm
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
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Tighten screw

.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 52)
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Install the main silencer. ( p. 56)
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Mount the seat. ( p. 55)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 44)
11.10 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 44)
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Remove the seat. ( p. 54)
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Remove the main silencer. ( p. 56)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 51)
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.