
TUNING THE CHASSIS
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9.4
Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
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.)
700410-01
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Turn adjusting screw
clockwise up to the last perceptible click.
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Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock
absorber type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Standard
12 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp-
ing.
9.5
Measuring rear wheel sag unloaded
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
0
0
A
A
400988-10
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Measure the distance
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as vertical as possible
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between the rear axle and a fixed
point, for example, a mark on the side cover.
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Make a note of the value as measurement
.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
9.6
Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
0
0
A
A
0
0
B
B
400989-10
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Measure distance
of rear wheel unloaded. (
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Hold the motorcycle in a vertical position with the assistance of another person.
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Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
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Make a note of the value as measurement
.
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements
and
.
–
Check the static sag.
Static sag
33 mm (1.3 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
–
Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber.
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