KTM SX-E 3 2024 - Page 38

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Guideline
Spring rate
"Comfort" variant 30 N/mm (171 lb/in)
"Standard" variant 35 N/mm (200 lb/in)
"Sport" variant 40 N/mm (228 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate can
only be changed by
replacing the shock
absorber.
Info
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by
changing the spring preload.
(SX‑E 5)
– Select and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Weight of rider: 15 …
25 kg (33 … 55 lb.)
25 N/mm (143 lb/in)
Weight of rider (stan-
dard): 25 … 35 kg (55
… 77 lb.)
30 N/mm (171 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 35 …
45 kg (77 … 99 lb.)
35 N/mm (200 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the
spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by
changing the spring preload.
Finishing work
–
Install the shock absorber. ( p. 57)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 46)
(SX‑E 5)
– Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 33)
(SX‑E 5)
– Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 34)
(SX‑E 5)
– Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber.
( p. 32)