KTM 50 SX 2020, Owner'S Manual, Page: 41 / 141

TUNING THE CHASSIS 10
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Info
Turn clockwise to increase the damping; turn counter-
clockwise to reduce the damping.
10.15 Handlebar position
400565-10
On the upper triple clamp, there are 2 holes at a distance of
A
to
each other.
Hole distance
A
15 mm (0.59 in)
The holes on the handlebar support are placed at a distance of
B
from the center.
Hole distance
B
3.5 mm (0.138 in)
The handlebar holder can be mounted in four different positions.
This allows the handlebar to be mounted in the most comfortable
position for the rider.
10.16 Adjusting the handlebar position
Warning
Danger of accidents A repaired handlebar poses a safety risk.
If the handlebar is bent or straightened, the material becomes fatigued. The handlebar may break as a
result.
–
Change the handlebar if the handlebar is damaged or bent.
400564-10
–
Remove screws
1
. Take off the handlebar clamps. Remove
the handlebar and lay it to one side.
Info
Cover the components to protect them against damage.
Do not kink the cables and lines.
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Remove screws
2
. Take off the handlebar support.
–
Place the handlebar support in the required position. Mount
and tighten screws
2
.
Guideline
Screw, handle-
bar support M10 40 Nm (29.5 lbf ft)
Loctite ® 243™
–
Position the handlebar.
Info
Make sure the cables and wiring are positioned cor-
rectly.
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Position the handlebar clamps. Mount screws
1
and tighten
evenly.
Guideline
Screw, handlebar
clamp M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)