10 TUNING THE CHASSIS 136
10.8 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
– The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM RC8 work-
shop will be pleased to help.)
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Turn adjusting screw
1
clockwise up to the last perceptible click.
– Turn counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber
type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort 20 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 15 clicks
Full payload 15 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase suspension damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce
damping.
10.9 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber x
Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension settings can seriously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
– Following modifications, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new ride behavior.
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