KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 User Manual

12 SUSPENSION SETTING 120
12.9 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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Measure dimension
A
of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 118)
– Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
– Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
–
Note down the value as dimension
B
.
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements
A
and
B
.
– Check the static sag.
Full fuel tank (standard) 20 mm (0.79 in)
Full fuel tank (race track mode) 14 mm (0.55 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
– Adjust the spring pretension of the shock absorber. ( p. 120)
12.10 Adjusting the spring pretension of the shock absorber
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.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 Specifications

General

Displacement	1301 cc
Bore x Stroke	108 mm x 71 mm
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, 56 mm throttle bodies
Transmission	6-speed
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
ABS	Bosch 9ME Combined ABS
Front Tire	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire	190/55 ZR 17
Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight	195 kg
Power	177 hp
Torque	141 Nm
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame
Front Suspension	WP Ø 48 mm
Front Brake	Dual 320 mm discs, Brembo 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	Brembo two-piston caliper, 240 mm disc
Wheelbase	1482 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	18 liters