KTM 350 SX-F 2013 User Manual

TUNING THE CHASSIS 28
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
401025-10
Main work
– Loosen screw 1.
– Turn adjusting ring 2 until the spring is no longer under tension.
Hook wrench (T106S)
– Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under tension.
– Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring 2 to measurement A.
Guideline
Spring preload (All SX‑F EU models) 15 mm (0.59 in)
Spring preload (SX‑F USA) 12 mm (0.47 in)
Spring preload (XC‑F) 12 mm (0.47 in)
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
– Tighten screw 1.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Subsequent work
–
Install the shock absorber. x ( p. 40)
– Install the main silencer. ( p. 43)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 32)
9.10Adjusting the riding sag x
Preliminary work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 32)
– Remove the main silencer. ( p. 43)
–
Remove the shock absorber. x ( p. 39)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
– Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate (All SX‑F EU models)
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143…
165 lb.)
51 N/mm (291 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75… 85 kg (165…
187 lb.)
54 N/mm (308 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85… 95 kg (187…
209 lb.)
57 N/mm (325 lb/in)
Spring rate (SX‑F USA)
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143…
165 lb.)
48 N/mm (274 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75… 85 kg (165…
187 lb.)
51 N/mm (291 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85… 95 kg (187…
209 lb.)
54 N/mm (308 lb/in)
Spring rate (XC‑F)
Weight of rider: 65… 75 kg (143…
165 lb.)
51 N/mm (291 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75… 85 kg (165…
187 lb.)
54 N/mm (308 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85… 95 kg (187…
209 lb.)
57 N/mm (325 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.

KTM 350 SX-F 2013 Specifications

General

Brand	KTM
Model	350 SX-F 2013
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English