KTM F8101S5 - Adjusting the Riding Sag

10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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Main work
–
Loosen screw
1
.
–
Turn adjusting ring
2
until the spring is no longer under ten-
sion.
Holding wrench (90129051000)
– Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under
tension.
–
Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to measure-
ment
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload (SX‑F EU) 8 mm (0.31 in)
Spring preload (SX‑F US) 9 mm (0.35 in)
Spring preload (XC‑F US) 6 mm (0.24 in)
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it
may be necessary to increase or decrease the spring
preload.
–
Tighten screw
1
.
Guideline
Screw, shock
absorber adjusting
ring
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 61)
– Check the free travel of the foot brake lever. ( p. 88)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 50)
10.11 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 50)
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 60)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
– Choose and mount a suitable spring.