KTM 690 Enduro R Owner's Manual page 74

TUNING THE CHASSIS
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
Preliminary work
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Raise the motorcycle with the work stand.
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Remove the shock absorber.
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
Main work
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Release retaining ring
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Turn adjusting ring
Hook wrench (T106S)
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Measure the overall spring length without a load.
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Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
Guideline
Spring preload
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Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
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Tighten retaining ring
Subsequent work
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Install the shock absorber.
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Mount the side cover.
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Mount the seat. (
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand.
x
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until the spring is fully relaxed.
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to the specified measurement.
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20 mm (0.79 in)
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1
x
p. 82)
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