KTM 690 SMC - Adjusting Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber; Bleeding Fork Legs

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 70
9.11Adjusting rebound damping of the shock absorber
Danger
Danger of accidents The shock absorber is under high pressure.
– The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen, so never dismantle the shock absorber or carry out any mainte-
nance on it yourself.
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– Turn the adjusting screw clockwise until it stops.
– Turn back counterclockwise the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber
type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort 20clicks
Standard 15clicks
Sport 10clicks
full payload 10clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping, turn counterclockwise to reduce suspension
damping.
9.12Bleeding fork legs
– Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.