KTM 1190 RC8 User Manual

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 101
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– Turn adjusting spindles  clockwise until they stop.
Info
The adjusting spindles are located at the top end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.
– Turn back counterclockwise by the number of turns corresponding to the fork type.
Guideline
Spring preload - Preload Adjuster
Comfort 5 turns
Standard 5 turns
Sport 3 turns
Full payload 3 turns
Info
Turn clockwise to increase preload, turn counterclockwise to reduce spring
preload.
Changing the spring preload has no influence on the rebound damping although
the adjusting screws turn during the adjustment work. However, you should also
adjust the rebound damping when you alter the spring preload.
9.9Bleeding fork legs
– Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.

KTM 1190 RC8 Specifications

General

Engine Type	V-Twin, 4-stroke
Displacement	1195 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 liters
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper
Seat Height	805 mm
Front Suspension	WP USD Ø 43 mm
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Front Brakes	2 x 320 mm discs, radially mounted Brembo 4-piston calipers
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum tubular space frame, powder-coated