KTM Freeride 250 R AUS 2014, Repair Manual, Page: 41 / 222

9 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
39
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Loosen screw
1
.
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Turn adjusting ring
2
until the spring is no longer under tension.
Hook wrench (T106S) ( p. 210)
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Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under tension.
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Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to measurement
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload
Comfort 8 mm (0.31 in)
Standard 8 mm (0.31 in)
Sport 8 mm (0.31 in)
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
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Tighten screw
1
.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 40)
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Lock the seat. ( p. 62)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 10)
9.8 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 10)
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Fold the seat up. ( p. 62)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 40)
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring designation
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143…
165 lb.) (61/59) 55-215
Weight of rider: 75… 85 kg (165…
187 lb.) (61/59) 55/63/71-215
Weight of rider: 85… 95 kg (187…
209 lb.) (61/59) 58/62/74-215
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by changing the spring
preload.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 40)
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Lock the seat. ( p. 62)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 10)
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 38)
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Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 38)
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 37)