KTM Freeride E-XC NG 2018, Owner'S Manual

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TUNING THE CHASSIS 12
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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 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 1.5 turns
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclock-
wise to reduce damping.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 68)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 57)
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Install the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 108)
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Lock the seat. ( p. 69)
12.5 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
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Please follow the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Preparatory work
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Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 43)
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Fold the seat up. ( p. 69)
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Remove the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 107)
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Mount the covering cap. ( p. 71)
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Main work
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Turn adjusting screw
1
clockwise up to the last perceptible
click.
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Turn counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding
to the shock absorber type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort 22 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 12 clicks