KTM 690 SMC USA 2010, Owner'S Manual, Page: 73 / 196

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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9.14
Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
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Measure distance
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of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 69)
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With another person holding the motorcycle, the rider sits on the saddle with full
protective clothing in a normal sitting position (feet on footrests) and bounces up and
down a few times until the rear suspension levels out.
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The other person now has to measure the distance between the rear axle and a fixed
point.
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Make a note of the value as measurement
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The riding sag is the difference between measurements
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and
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Check the riding sag.
Riding sag 70… 80 mm (2.76… 3.15 in)
» If the riding sag differs from the specified measurement:
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Adjust the riding sag.
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9.15
Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
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Danger
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.)