KTM F9399U8, Owner'S Manual

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TUNING THE CHASSIS 11
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11.5 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
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Please follow the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
L03020-10
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Turn adjusting screw
1
clockwise up to the last perceptible
click.
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Turn counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding
to the shock absorber type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort 24 clicks
Standard 20 clicks
Sport 16 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclock-
wise to reduce damping.
11.6 Measuring the dimension of the rear wheel unloaded
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 55)
400988-10
Main work
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Measure the vertical distance between the rear axle and a fixed
point, such as a marking on the side cover.
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Note the value as dimension
A
.
Finishing work
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Remove motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 55)
11.7 Checking static sag of the shock absorber
Condition
The fuel tanks are half full.