KTM Freeride 250 R AUS 2014, Repair Manual

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9 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
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9.1 Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
–
The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided.
Info
The high-speed setting can be seen during the fast compression of the shock absorber.
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)
B01031-10
Main work
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Turn adjusting screw
1
all the way clockwise with a socket wrench.
Info
Do not loosen fitting
2
.
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Turn 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
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp-
ing.
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)
9.2 Adjusting the low-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
–
The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided.
Info
The low-speed setting can be seen during the slow to normal compression of the shock absorber.
B01028-10
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Turn adjusting screw
1
clockwise with a screwdriver up to the last perceptible
click.
Info
Do not loosen fitting
2
.
–
Turn 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