KTM Freeride 350 AU, Owner'S Manual

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11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp-
ing.
11.4 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. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
Info
The high-speed setting can be seen during the fast compression of the shock absorber.
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 37)
–
Fold the seat up. ( p. 45)
–
Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 44)
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Main work
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Turn adjusting screw

all the way clockwise with a socket wrench.
Info
Do not loosen nut

!
–
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. 44)
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Lock the seat. ( p. 45)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 37)
11.5 Adjusting the rebound 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. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
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–
Turn adjusting screw  clockwise up to the last perceptible click.
–
Turn counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber
type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort 20 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 10 clicks