KTM 500 EXC F 2024 User Manual

11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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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.)
W00317-10
–
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 the lift stand. ( p. 60)
402415-10
Main work
– Position the sag gage in the rear axle and measure the
distance to marking SAG on the rear fender.
Sag gage (00029090200)
–
Note the value as dimension
A
.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 60)

KTM 500 EXC F 2024 Specifications

General

Displacement	510.9 cm³
Bore x Stroke	95 mm x 72 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Ground Clearance	355 mm
Seat Height	960 mm
Dry Weight	106.5 kg
ABS	No
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection (EFI)
Front Brake	Disc brake 260 mm
Rear Brake	Disc brake 220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	8.5 liters
Frame	Central double-cradle type 25CrMo4 steel