KTM 250 SX-F 2023 User Manual

10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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10.5 Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Info
The effect of the high speed compression adjuster can be seen in the fast compression of the shock
absorber.
F03639-10
–
Turn adjuster
1
clockwise all the way to the stop.
– Turn counterclockwise by the number of turns corresponding
to the shock absorber type.
Guideline
Highspeed compression damping (SX‑F EU/BR/CN)
Comfort 2 turns
Standard 1.5 turns
Sport 1 turn
Highspeed compression damping (SX‑F US)
Comfort 2 turns
Standard 1.5 turns
Sport 1 turn
Highspeed compression damping (XC‑F US)
Comfort 2 turns
Standard 1.5 turns
Sport 1 turn
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclock-
wise to reduce damping.
10.6 Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)

KTM 250 SX-F 2023 Specifications

General

Engine Type	1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Bore x Stroke	78 mm x 52.3 mm
Compression Ratio	14.4:1
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	5-speed
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, throttle body 44 mm
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Ignition	Keihin EMS
Front Suspension	WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake
Front Tire	80/100-21
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Displacement	249.9 cm³
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Central double-cradle type 25CrMo4 steel
Rear Tire	100/90-19
Front Wheel	1.60 x 21
Rear Wheel	2.15 x 19
Wheelbase	1, 485 mm ± 10 mm