2015 Kawasaki KX250F Owners Manual - Page 106

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 105 on your KX will get stiffer as the race progresses. Therefore, it is not recommended to increase the air pressure for additional springing. The KX forks are designed to function without added air. Rebound Damping Adjustment (Left Fork only) This adjustment affects how quickly the fork rebounds. Depending on the model, the fork rebound damping adjuster has at least 20 positions. The fully seated position (adjuster turned fully clockwise) is the hardest setting. Turning the adjuster 10 clicks counterclockwise from the fully seated position is the standard setting, turning it counterclockwise 20 or more clicks (depending on the model) is the softest setting. Compression Damping Adjustment (Left Fork only) This adjustment affects how quickly the fork compresses. Depending on the model, the fork compression damping adjuster has at least 22 positions. The fully seated position (adjuster turned fully clockwise) is the hardest setting. Turning the adjuster 8 clicks counterclockwise from the fully seated position is the standard setting, turning it counterclockwise 22 or more clicks (depending on the model) is the softest setting. Spring Preload Adjustment (Right Fork only) This adjustment affects the driving position. Depending on the model, the fork spring preload adjuster has at least 40 positions. The fully seated position (adjuster turned fully counterclockwise) is the softest setting. Turning the adjuster 15 clicks clockwise from the fully seated position is the standard j • A. Inner Tubes • NOTICE If the inner tube is badly bent or creased, replace it. Excessive bending, followed by subsequent straitening, can weaken the inner tube. Any of the following front fork adjustments should be made to tune the front suspension to the rider's weight and the condition of the track. Basically, there are seven adjustments you can make to the front fork. Air Pressure Air pressure acts as a progressive spring over the entire fork travel range. Since the air pressure in the fork legs increases with normal use, the fork action Front Fork Adjustment • •