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TECHNICAL DATA - SHOCK ABSORBER 199

Shock absorber part number 15.18.7K.43

Shock absorber WP Suspension 4618 BAVP DCC

Compression damping, low-speed

Comfort 25 clicks

Standard 20 clicks

Sport 15 clicks

Full payload 15 clicks

Compression damping, high-speed

Comfort 2 turns

Standard 1.5 turns

Sport 1 turn

Full payload 1 turn

Rebound damping

Comfort 20 clicks

Standard 15 clicks

Sport 10 clicks

Full payload 10 clicks

Spring preload

Comfort 10 mm (0.39 in)

Standard 10 mm (0.39 in)

Sport 10 mm (0.39 in)

Full payload 12 mm (0.47 in)

Spring rate

Soft 140 N/mm (799 lb/in)

Medium (standard) 150 N/mm (857 lb/in)

Table of Contents5
Means of Representation9
Important Information10
- Overview of Labels14
View of Vehicle24
- View of Vehicle, Front Left Side (Vehicle Differs Slightly from Photo)24
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right Side (Vehicle Differs Slightly from Photo)26
Serial Numbers28
- Chassis Number/Type Label28
- Key Number29
- Engine Number30
- Fork Part Number30
- Shock Absorber Part Number31
Controls32
- Clutch Lever32
- Hand Brake Lever32
- Throttle Grip33
- Light Switch33
- Headlight Flasher Switch34
- Turn Signal Switch34
- Horn Button35
- Ignition/Steering Lock35
- Immobilizer36
- Emergency off Switch36
- Electric Starter Button37
- Combination Instrument37
- Combination Instrument - Function Buttons38
- Combination Instrument - Tachometer38
- Combination Instrument - Indicator Lamps39
- Combination Instrument - Display40
- Combination Instrument - Speedometer41
- Setting Kilometers or Miles41
- Combination Instrument - Time42
- Setting the Clock42
- Combination Instrument - ODO Display43
- Combination Instrument - Setting/Resetting TRIP 143
- Combination Instrument - Setting/Resetting TRIP 244
- Combination Instrument - TRIP F Display45
- Combination Instrument - Ambient Temperature Display45
- Setting the Temperature Units46
- Combination Instrument - Warning of Slippery Roads46
- Combination Instrument - Coolant Temperature Indicator47
- Hazard Warning Flasher Switch/Hazard Warning Flasher47
- Socket for Electrical Accessories48
- Opening the Filler Cap48
- Closing the Filler Cap49
- Handrails50
- Luggage Rack Plate50
- Seat Lock51
- Tool Set51
- Helmet Lock52
- Passenger Footrests52
- Shift Lever53
- Foot Brake Lever54
- Side Stand54
Preparing for Use55
- Information on First Use55
- Running in the Engine56
- Loading the Vehicle56
Riding Instructions59
- Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use59
- Starting60
- Starting off62
- Shifting, Riding62
- Braking65
- Stopping, Parking67
- Refueling68
Service Schedule71
Tuning the Chassis74
- Fork/Shock Absorber74
- Adjusting the Compression Damping of the Fork74
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Fork75
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Fork76
- Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber78
- Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber78
- Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber79
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber80
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber81
- Service Work on the Chassis83
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Front Wheel Stand83
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Front Wheel Stand83
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Rear Wheel Stand84
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Rear Wheel Stand84
- Bleeding the Fork Legs85
- Removing the Seat85
- Mounting the Seat86
- Mounting the Helmet Lock on the Vehicle86
- Reinstalling the Fuel Tank87
- Positioning the Fuel Tank88
- Removing the Mask Spoiler89
- Installing the Mask Spoiler90
- Checking the Chain for Dirt92
- Cleaning the Chain92
- Checking the Chain Tension93
- Adjusting the Chain Tension94
- Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, Engine Sprocket and Chain Guide96
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Clutch Lever99
- Checking/Rectifying the Fluid Level of the Hydraulic Clutch99
Brakes101
- Abs/Antilock Brake System101
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever102
- Checking the Front Brake Discs102
- Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level103
- Adding Front Brake Fluid104
- Checking the Front Brake Linings105
- Checking the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever106
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Foot Brake Lever107
- Checking the Rear Brake Disc108
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level108
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid109
- Checking the Rear Brake Linings111
Wheels, Tires113
- Removing the Front Wheel113
- Installing the Front Wheel114
- Removing the Rear Wheel116
- Installing the Rear Wheel118
- Checking Rear Hub Shock Absorbers121
- Checking the Tire Condition121
- Checking the Tire Air Pressure123
Electrical System125
- Removing the Battery125
- Installing the Battery126
- Recharging the Battery127
- Changing the Main Fuse129
- Changing the ABS Fuses131
- Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers132
- Changing the Headlight Bulb134
- Changing the Parking Light Bulb136
- Changing the Turn Signal Bulb138
- Changing the Brake Light Bulb138
- Changing the Tail Light Bulbs143
- Changing the License Plate Lamp147
- Checking the Headlight Setting149
- Adjusting Headlight Range149
- Activating/Deactivating the Ignition Key150
Cooling System155
- Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level155
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank157
- Draining the Coolant159
- Filling/Bleeding the Cooling System160
Tuning the Engine163
- Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable163
- Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable164
- Ignition Curve Plug-In Connector164
- Adjusting the Ignition Curve to the Fuel Quality165
- Checking the Basic Position of the Shift Lever165
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Shift Lever166
Service Work on the Engine167
- Checking the Engine Oil Level167
- Changing the Engine Oil and Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens168
- Draining the Engine Oil and Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens168
- Filling up with Engine Oil173
- Adding Engine Oil174
Cleaning, Care175
- Cleaning Motorcycle175
- Protective Treatment for Winter Operation177
Storage178
- Preparing for Use after Storage179
Troubleshooting180
Immobilizer Blink Code183
Engine Control Blink Code185
Technical Data - Engine191
- Capacity- Engine Oil192
- Capacity - Coolant192
Technical Data - Engine Tightening Torques193
Technical Data - Chassis196
- Lighting Equipment197
- Tires198
- Capacity - Fuel198
Technical Data - Fork199
Technical Data - Shock Absorber201
Technical Data - Chassis Tightening Torques203
Substances207
Auxiliary Substances211
Standards213
Index214

Brand	KTM
Model	990 SMT
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English

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