KTM Freeride 250 R AUS 2014, Repair Manual

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9 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
51
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Pull out the piston rod in order that the seal ring retainer fits closely against the
lock ring.
201762-10
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Mount protection cap
5
of the damper cartridge.
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Bleed and fill the damper. ( p. 52)
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Fill the damper with nitrogen. ( p. 54)
201763-10
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Mount protection cap
6
of the reservoir.
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Alternative 1
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Turn adjusting screw
7
clockwise with a screwdriver up to the last perceptible
click.
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Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock
absorber type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort 20 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
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Turn adjusting screw
8
clockwise with a screwdriver up to the last perceptible
click.
–
Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock
absorber type.
Guideline
Compression damping, low-speed
Comfort 20 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
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Turn adjusting screw
9
clockwise with a socket wrench until it stops.
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Turn back counterclockwise by the number of turns corresponding to the shock
absorber type.
Guideline
Compression damping, high-speed
Comfort 2.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1 turn