KTM 1190 RC8 AUS/UK Motorcycle User Manual


 
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 100
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Turn the adjusting spindles clockwise until they stop.
Info
The adjusting spindles are located at the top end of the fork legs.
Make the same adjustment on both fork legs.
Turn back counterclockwise the number of turns corresponding to the fork type.
Guideline
Spring preload - PreloadAdjuster
Comfort 5turns
Standard 5turns
Sport 3turns
full payload 3turns
Info
Turn clockwise to increase preload, turn counterclockwise to reduce spring
preload.
Changing the spring preload has no influence on the rebound damping although
the adjusting screws turn during the adjustment work. However, you should also
adjust the rebound damping when you alter the spring preload.
9.9bleeding fork legs
Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.