KTM 2008 690 SMC EU - Adjusting the Riding Sag; Removing the Shock Absorber

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7.8Adjusting the riding sag
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 32)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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– Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Soft 80 N/mm (457 lb/in)
Medium (standard) 85 N/mm (485 lb/in)
Hard 90 N/mm (514 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 33)
– Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 30)
– Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 30)
7.9Removing the shock absorber
– Raise the motorcycle with the work stand. ( p. 10)
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– Remove screws .
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– Lift the rear fairing.
– Remove screws .
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– Remove screw .
– Repeat the operation on the opposite side.