KTM Freeride 250 R EU User Manual

11 TUNING THE CHASSIS 32
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Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp-
ing.
11.6 Measuring rear wheel sag unloaded
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 37)
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Main work
– Measure the distance – as vertical as possible – between the rear axle and a fixed
point, for example, a mark on the side cover.
– Note down the value as dimension A.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 37)
11.7 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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– Measure distance A of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 32)
– Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
– Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
– Note down the value as dimension B.
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The static sag is the difference between measurements A and B.
– Check the static sag.
Static sag 15 mm (0.59 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
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Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber. x ( p. 33)

KTM Freeride 250 R EU Specifications

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Brand	KTM
Model	Freeride 250 R EU
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English