KTM Freeride E-SX - Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber

11 TUNING THE CHASSIS 42
Guideline
Compression damping, low-speed
Comfort 20 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 10 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp-
ing during slow to normal compression of the shock absorber.
Finishing work
– Install the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 94)
– Lock the seat. ( p. 63)
11.4 Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
– The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
Info
The high-speed setting takes effect during fast compression of the shock absorber.
Preparatory work
– Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 37)
– Fold the seat up. ( p. 63)
– Remove the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 94)
– Mount the covering cap. ( p. 64)
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 49)
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 62)
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Main work
–
Turn adjusting screw

all the way clockwise with a socket wrench.
Info
Do not loosen nut

!
– Turn counterclockwise by the number of turns corresponding to the shock absorber
type.
Guideline
Compression damping, high-speed
Comfort 2 turns
Standard 1 turn
Sport 1 turn
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce damp-
ing during fast compression of the shock absorber.
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 62)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 49)
– Install the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 94)
– Lock the seat. ( p. 63)