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KTM 1190 RC8 EU 2008 - 02;Handlebar, Controls and Instruments; Adjusting Basic Position of Clutch Lever; Adjusting the Steering Damper; Adjusting the Handlebar Height

KTM 1190 RC8 EU 2008
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02/HANDLEBAR, CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 15
602/HANDLEBAR, CONTROLS ANDINSTRUMENT S
6.1Adjusting basic position of clutch lever
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Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting
screw .
Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
6.2Adjusting the steering damper
Info
The hydraulic steering damper stabilizes the steering if the front wheel is raised off the ground or carries no load.
In contrast to other damping elements, the steering damper is adjusted with the damping element open.
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Turn the adjusting screw anticlockwise towards "" as far as the last perceptible
click.
Adjust the steering damper according to your riding style and the road conditions
by turning the adjust screw clockwise towards "+".
Guideline
Steering damper adjustment range 1… 32 clicks
Recommended range for use 1… 20 clicks
Standard 1 click
Info
Do not change the adjustment of the steering damper during the journey!
After adjusting the steering damper, check the steering for smooth oper-
ation, making sure that the handlebar can be moved from extreme left to
extreme right without a tendency to lock.
6.3Adjusting the handlebar height
Info
The handlebar stub position must be identical on the left and right of the vehicle.
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Adjusting the high position of the handlebar stubs:
Loosen screw .
Info
Loosen the screw several turns to prevent damage to the fork lacquer
when moving the handlebar stub.
Remove screw .
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Remove distance sleeve .
All cables routed under the upper triple clamp must now be routed under the
handlebar stub.
Push the handlebar stub carefully up to the upper triple clamp.
Position the distance sleeve above the triple clamp.
Mount and tighten the screw.
Guideline
Remaining chassis screws M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)

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