KTM Freeride E-XC 2018, Owner'S Manual

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11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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As with the shock absorber, smaller differences in the rider's
weight can be compensated by the spring preload.
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However, if the fork is often overloaded (hard end stop on com-
pression), harder springs must be fit to avoid damage to the
fork and frame.
11.12 Adjusting the compression damping of the fork
Info
The hydraulic compression damping determines the fork suspension behavior.
Preparatory work
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Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 37)
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Fold the seat up. ( p. 63)
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Remove the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 102)
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Mount the covering cap. ( p. 65)
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Main work
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Remove protection caps 1 .
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Turn adjusting screws 2 clockwise all the way.
Info
Adjusting screws 2 are located at the bottom end of
the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.
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Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corre-
sponding to the fork type.
Guideline
Compression damping
Comfort 20 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclock-
wise to reduce damping.
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Mount protection covers
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Finishing work
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Install the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 103)
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Lock the seat. ( p. 63)