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– Measure distance of the unloaded rear wheel. ( p. 28)
– Ask someone to help you by holding the motorcycle upright.
– Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
– Make a note of the value as measurement .
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements and .
– Check the static sag.
(125 SX, 150 SX)
Static sag 33 mm (1.3 in)
(250 SX)
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. x ( p. 29)
9.10Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
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– Measure distance of the unloaded rear wheel. ( p. 28)
– With another person holding the motorcycle, the rider, wearing a full set of protec-
tive clothing, sits on the saddle in the normal sitting position (feet on footrests) and
bounces up and down a few times until the rear suspension levels out.
– The other person now measures the distance between the rear axle and a fixed
point.
– Make a note of the value as measurement .
Info
The riding sag is the difference between measurements and .
– Check the riding sag.
Guideline
(125 SX, 150 SX)
Riding sag 107 mm (4.21 in)
(250 SX)
Riding sag 105 mm (4.13 in)
» If the riding sag differs from the specified measurement:
–
Adjust the riding sag. x ( p. 30)
9.11Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber x
Danger
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 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.
–
Remove the shock absorber. x ( p. 30)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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