KTM 2008 690 SMC EU Repair Manual page 48

04/SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
Guideline
Spring rate
Soft
Medium (standard)
Hard
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Tension the spring with the special tool.
Spring compressor (T101S) (
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Install the spring retainer
The open end is opposite the spring end.
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Alternative 1
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Tension the spring to the prescribed amount by turning the adjusting ring.
Guideline
Spring preload
Hook wrench (T106S) (
Hook wrench (T157S) (
Alternative 2
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Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension settings can seri-
ously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
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–
–
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Tension the spring to the amount measured during dismantling by turning the
adjusting ring.
Hook wrench (T106S) (
Hook wrench (T157S) (
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Lock the retaining ring with the adjusting ring.
80 N/mm (457 lb/in)
85 N/mm (485 lb/in)
90 N/mm (514 lb/in)
p. 217)
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p. 217)
p. 219)
Extreme modifications to the adjustment of the spring elements can
cause a serious deterioration in the handling characteristics and
overload some components.
Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
After making adjustments, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the
new ride behavior.
p. 217)
p. 219)
18 mm (0.71 in)
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