KTM Freeride E-XC 2021 - Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber

12 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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– Mount the protection cap. ( p. 71)
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 57)
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 68)
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Main work
–
Turn adjusting screw
1
clockwise with a screwdriver as far as
the last perceptible click.
Info
Do not loosen fitting
2
!
– Turn counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding
to the shock absorber type.
Guideline
Low-speed compression damping
Comfort 18 clicks
Standard 15 clicks
Sport 12 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclock-
wise to reduce damping.
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 68)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 57)
– Install the Powerpack HV. ( p. 109)
– Lock the seat. ( p. 69)
12.4 Adjusting the high-speed compression damping of the shock absorber
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Info
The high-speed compression adjuster takes effect during fast compression of the shock absorber.
Preparatory work
– Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 43)
– Fold the seat up. ( p. 69)
– Remove the Powerpack HV. ( p. 108)
– Mount the protection cap. ( p. 71)
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 57)
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 68)