KTM 250 XC-W TPI User Manual

TUNING THE CHASSIS 11
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11.5 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.)
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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 18 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 12 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase the damping; turn counter-
clockwise to reduce damping when the shock absorber
rebounds.
11.6 Measuring the dimension of the rear wheel unloaded
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 65)
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Main work
– Position the sag gage in the rear axle and measure the
distance to marking SAG on the rear fender.
Sag gauge (00029090100)
Sag gage pin (00029990010)
–
Note the value as dimension
A
.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 65)

KTM 250 XC-W TPI Specifications

General

Displacement	249 cc
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Transmission	6-speed
Starter	Electric starter
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake
Bore x Stroke	66.4 mm x 72 mm
Seat Height	960 mm
Ground Clearance	370 mm
Engine Type	1-cylinder, 2-stroke
Fuel System	TPI
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP Xplor shock absorber
Fuel Capacity	9 liters
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel central tube frame
Weight (without fuel)	103 kg