KTM 690 SMC 2008, Repair Manual, Page: 14 / 227

01/FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
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5.1
Adjusting compression damping of fork
Info
The hydraulic compression damping determines the fork suspension behavior.
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Turn adjusting screws

clockwise until they stop.
Info
The adjusting screws are located at the bottom end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.
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Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type.
Guideline
Compression damping
Comfort 20 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Full payload 10 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping, turn counterclockwise to reduce sus-
pension damping.
5.2
Adjusting rebound damping of fork
Info
The hydraulic rebound damping determines the fork suspension behavior.
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Turn adjusting screws

clockwise until they stop.
Info
The adjusting screws are located at the top end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.
–
Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort 15 clicks
Standard 10 clicks
Sport 5 clicks
Full payload 5 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping, turn counterclockwise to reduce sus-
pension damping.
5.3
Bleeding the fork legs
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Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.
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Remove bleeder screws

briefly.
Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork.
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Mount and tighten bleeder screws.
Info
Carry out this action on both fork legs.