KTM 500 EXC-F 2022 User Manual

TUNING THE CHASSIS 11
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11.7 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
402416-10
–
Measure dimension
A
of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 54)
– Hold the motorcycle upright with aid of an assistant.
– Measure the distance again between the rear axle and mark-
ing SAG on the rear fender using the sag gage.
–
Note the value as dimension
B
.
Info
The static sag is the difference between
measurements
A
and
B
.
– Check the static sag.
Static sag 37 mm (1.46 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
– Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber.
( p. 56)
11.8 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
402417-10
–
Measure dimension
A
of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 54)
– With another person holding the motorcycle, the rider, wear-
ing full protective clothing, sits on the seat in a normal sitting
position (feet on footrests) and bounces up and down a few
times.
The rear wheel suspension levels out.
– Another person again measures the distance between the rear
axle and marking SAG on the rear fender using the sag gage.
–
Note the value as dimension
C
.
Info
The riding sag is the difference between
measurements
A
and
C
.
– Check riding sag.
Riding sag 110 mm (4.33 in)
» If the riding sag differs from the specified measurement:
– Adjust the riding sag. ( p. 57)

KTM 500 EXC-F 2022 Specifications

General

Bore x Stroke	95 mm x 72 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Frame	Central double-cradle type 25CrMo4 steel
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP XPLOR PDS shock absorber
Ground Clearance	355 mm
Seat Height	960 mm
ABS	No
Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Fuel System	Keihin EFI, 42 mm throttle body
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake, 220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 liters
Weight (without fuel)	106.5 kg
Displacement	510.9 cm³