TUNING THE CHASSIS
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9.9
Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
x
Caution
Danger of accidents
Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
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The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
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Remove shock absorber.
x
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
401026-10
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Loosen screw
.
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Turn adjusting ring
until the spring is no longer under tension.
Combination wrench (50329080000)
Hook wrench (T106S)
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Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under tension.
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Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
to measurement
.
Guideline
Spring preload
Comfort
7 mm (0.28 in)
Standard
7 mm (0.28 in)
Sport
7 mm (0.28 in)
Full payload
8 mm (0.31 in)
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
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Tighten screw
.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring
M5
5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
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Install the shock absorber.
x
9.10
Adjusting the riding sag
x
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Remove shock absorber.
x
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
B00292-10
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143…
165 lb.)
66 N/mm (377 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75… 85 kg (165…
187 lb.)
69 N/mm (394 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85… 95 kg (187…
209 lb.)
72 N/mm (411 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by changing the spring
preload.
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Install the shock absorber.
x
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. (
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Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. (
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. (
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