KTM 85 SX 2020 User Manual

TUNING THE CHASSIS 10
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10.5 Adjusting the high-speed compression 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.)
Info
The effect of the high-speed setting can be seen in fast compression of the shock absorber.
V00821-10
–
Turn adjusting screw
1
clockwise all the way.
Info
Do not loosen fitting
2
!
– Turn counterclockwise by the number of turns corresponding
to the shock absorber type.
Guideline
High-speed compression damping
Comfort 1.5 turns
Standard 2 turns
Sport 2.5 turns
Info
Turn clockwise to increase the damping; turn counter-
clockwise to reduce the damping.
10.6 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.)
V00822-10
–
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

KTM 85 SX 2020 Specifications

General

Engine Type	1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine
Displacement	84.9 cm³
Starter	Kickstarter
Transmission	6-speed
Clutch	Wet, multi-disc clutch, Formula hydraulics
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake
Front Brake Disc Diameter	240 mm
Chain	1/2 x 5/16"
Steering Head Angle	66°
Weight (without fuel)	68 kg
Frame Material	Chrome-molybdenum steel
Bore x Stroke	47 mm x 48.95 mm
Frame Design	Central tube frame, chrome molybdenum steel
Front Suspension	WP XACT USD, 43 mm
Rear Suspension	WP XACT monoshock
Tank Capacity	5.2 liters
Fuel System	Keihin PWK 28
Wheelbase	1, 290 ± 10 mm