KTM Freeride 250 R AUS 2014, Руководство по ремонту

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9 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
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9.5 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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Measure distance
A
of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 37)
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Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
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Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
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Note down the value as dimension
B
.
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements
A
and
B
.
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Check the static sag.
Static sag 15 mm (0.59 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
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Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber. ( p. 38)
9.6 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
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Measure distance
A
of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 37)
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With another person holding the motorcycle, the rider, wearing full protective cloth-
ing, sits on the seat in a normal sitting position (feet on footrests) and bounces up
and down a few times.
The rear wheel suspension levels out.
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Another person now measures the distance between the rear axle and a fixed point.
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Note down the value as dimension
C
.
Info
The riding sag is the difference between measurements
A
and
C
.
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Check the riding sag.
Riding sag 80 mm (3.15 in)
» If the riding sag differs from the specified measurement:
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Adjust the riding sag. ( p. 39)
9.7 Adjusting the spring preload 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.
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 10)
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Fold the seat up. ( p. 62)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 40)