Maintenance On Chassis And Engine; Jacking Up The Vehicle; Removing The Vehicle From The Work Stand; Basic Information On Changing The Chassis Settings - KTM 525 XC ATV 2008 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

Jacking up the vehicle

Removing the vehicle from the work stand

Note
Danger of damage Danger of damage by the vehicle running away or falling over.
Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the work stand.

Basic information on changing the chassis settings

The standard setting of the chassis is the result of many fine tuning tests. It is laid out for the weight of the average rider (with a full
set of protective clothing) and for a sporty driving style.
Standard rider weight
By making a variety of adjustments to the chassis, you can set it to better match your body weight and riding style.
The left and right front shock absorbers should have the same settings.
If your weight is above or below the range, you have to adjust the standard setting of the suspension components accordingly.
Small weight differences can be compensated by adjusting the spring preload, but in the case of large weight differences, the springs
must be replaced.
Tip
When changing the chassis settings, always start with the standard setting.
Between test rides, always change only one setting. This will enable you to better assess the effect of the setting on vehicle
handling.
Do not make radical changes to the settings; proceed in small steps instead. Even small changes can have a large impact on
vehicle handling.

Adjusting front shock absorber compression damping

Danger
Danger of accidents The shock absorber is under high pressure.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen, so never dismantle the shock absorber or carry out any main-
tenance on it yourself.
Warning
Danger of accidents Do not make any radical changes to the adjustment of the shock absorbers.
Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
Info
The compression damping setting has an impact on the compression of the shock absorber.
Note
Danger of damage Danger of damage from tipping of vehicle.
Jack up the vehicle on a firm and horizontal surface. Use a flex-free work stand.
Jack up the vehicle on the frame underneath the engine. The wheels must no
longer touch the ground.
Secure the vehicle.
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70... 80 kg (154... 176 lb.)
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