KTM 500 EXC F 2024 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. 52)
– 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 38 mm (1.5 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
– Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber.
( p. 54)
11.8 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
402417-10
–
Measure dimension
A
of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 52)
– 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. 55)

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