KTM 690 SMC 2008, Repair Manual, Page: 48 / 227

04/SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
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Guideline
Spring rate
Soft 80 N/mm (457 lb/in)
Medium (standard) 85 N/mm (485 lb/in)
Hard 90 N/mm (514 lb/in)
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Tension the spring with the special tool.
Spring compressor (T101S) ( p. 217)
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Install the spring retainer
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The open end is opposite the spring end.
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Alternative 1
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Tension the spring to the prescribed amount by turning the adjusting ring.
Guideline
Spring preload 18 mm (0.71 in)
Hook wrench (T106S) ( p. 217)
Hook wrench (T157S) ( p. 219)
Alternative 2
Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension settings can seri-
ously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
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Extreme modifications to the adjustment of the spring elements can
cause a serious deterioration in the handling characteristics and
overload some components.
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Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
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After making adjustments, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the
new ride behavior.
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Tension the spring to the amount measured during dismantling by turning the
adjusting ring.
Hook wrench (T106S) ( p. 217)
Hook wrench (T157S) ( p. 219)
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Lock the retaining ring with the adjusting ring.