Hello guys need help with Set up on SXF 250

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Hello guys
i got my new KTM sxf 250 2017
i need your help with set up the wp and forks im sorry for being stupid but i read this review
http://motocrossactionmag.com/mxa-race-test-2017-ktm-250sxf/

hope its ok to post other link

and they said in the forks best set up is

Spring rate: 140 psi (154 psi)
Compression: 20 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Rebound: 15 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Fork-leg height: Third line

agian im sorry for my know ledge
but what they mean when they say

Compression: 20 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Rebound: 15 clicks out (17 clicks out)?

like in the forks i have in compression and rebound 20 clicks
what it mean 15 clicks out ( 17 clicks out )
like choose one 15 or 17?

please if can someone explain me
much ty
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Harry Backmon 5/26/2017 10:37am
5/26/2017 10:37am
Hey, Tamir! What up, bro!? Got the bike eh. I can't help you set it up, but I'm sure someone here will fill you in. Gonna put an FMF pipe on it?
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kzizok 5/26/2017 10:43am
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Why do you constantly alternate with this account and your HuskyTamir one?
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Maddeh 5/26/2017 10:44am
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I think the number in parenthesis ( ) means what the stock setting was. So stock is 17 clicks out from all the way in, and they recommend 20 clicks out instead.

That said just play with it until you like it. I personally wouldn't run 140 psi, I think it will push in the corners. Air pressure makes a big difference, play with it too.
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elikoz 5/26/2017 11:01am
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Maddeh wrote:
I think the number in parenthesis ( ) means what the stock setting was. So stock is 17 clicks out from all the way in, and...
I think the number in parenthesis ( ) means what the stock setting was. So stock is 17 clicks out from all the way in, and they recommend 20 clicks out instead.

That said just play with it until you like it. I personally wouldn't run 140 psi, I think it will push in the corners. Air pressure makes a big difference, play with it too.
much ty for your answer sir
yea 140 psi sound low to me
maybe what in the () its their set up recommend?
lets wait for more people

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nrosso391 5/26/2017 11:46am
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Take a few pics of it. Craigslist it. And buy a Yamaha. Best set up for a KTM I've seen yet.
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nrosso391 wrote:
Take a few pics of it. Craigslist it. And buy a Yamaha. Best set up for a KTM I've seen yet.
Dang that is funny!
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swtwtwtw 5/26/2017 12:57pm
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my set up
Spring rate: 9.7 bar
Compression: 15 clicks out
Rebound: 15 clicks out
Fork-leg height: Third line

shock
hi speed comp: 1 1/2 turns out
lo speed comp: 15 clicks out
rebound: 9 clicks out
STATIC sag: 25mm
Ride sag: 98mm

Still testing....i like a 100 vs 110 rear tire, 50 tooth vs 51 tooth rear sprocket,,,, trying the longer throw grey throttle cam next week.
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elikoz 5/26/2017 12:57pm
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swtwtwtw wrote:
my set up Spring rate: 9.7 bar Compression: 15 clicks out Rebound: 15 clicks out Fork-leg height: Third line shock hi speed comp: 1 1/2 turns...
my set up
Spring rate: 9.7 bar
Compression: 15 clicks out
Rebound: 15 clicks out
Fork-leg height: Third line

shock
hi speed comp: 1 1/2 turns out
lo speed comp: 15 clicks out
rebound: 9 clicks out
STATIC sag: 25mm
Ride sag: 98mm

Still testing....i like a 100 vs 110 rear tire, 50 tooth vs 51 tooth rear sprocket,,,, trying the longer throw grey throttle cam next week.
which pressure? on the fork
and how much kg you are?
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elikoz wrote:
Hello guys i got my new KTM sxf 250 2017 i need your help with set up the wp and forks im sorry for being stupid...
Hello guys
i got my new KTM sxf 250 2017
i need your help with set up the wp and forks im sorry for being stupid but i read this review
http://motocrossactionmag.com/mxa-race-test-2017-ktm-250sxf/

hope its ok to post other link

and they said in the forks best set up is

Spring rate: 140 psi (154 psi)
Compression: 20 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Rebound: 15 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Fork-leg height: Third line

agian im sorry for my know ledge
but what they mean when they say

Compression: 20 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Rebound: 15 clicks out (17 clicks out)?

like in the forks i have in compression and rebound 20 clicks
what it mean 15 clicks out ( 17 clicks out )
like choose one 15 or 17?

please if can someone explain me
much ty
154 psi? That seems like 3 times much for a Kawasaki, is that right for that bike?
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swtwtwtw 5/26/2017 1:03pm
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elikoz wrote:
which pressure? on the fork
and how much kg you are?
9.7 bar is the pressure, it is shown on the air gauge you got with the bike.
160lbs
+30 novice/int ability
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elikoz 5/26/2017 1:06pm
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elikoz wrote:
which pressure? on the fork
and how much kg you are?
swtwtwtw wrote:
9.7 bar is the pressure, it is shown on the air gauge you got with the bike.
160lbs
+30 novice/int ability
im 15 lbs
and how much is 9.7 bar
its 140 psi?
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elikoz wrote:
which pressure? on the fork
and how much kg you are?
swtwtwtw wrote:
9.7 bar is the pressure, it is shown on the air gauge you got with the bike.
160lbs
+30 novice/int ability
elikoz wrote:
im 15 lbs
and how much is 9.7 bar
its 140 psi?
140.687 PSI
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elikoz 5/26/2017 10:31pm
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swtwtwtw wrote:
9.7 bar is the pressure, it is shown on the air gauge you got with the bike.
160lbs
+30 novice/int ability
elikoz wrote:
im 15 lbs
and how much is 9.7 bar
its 140 psi?
slothy wrote:
140.687 PSI
so this is the best pressure for the bike
and how many clicks again?
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elikoz 5/27/2017 1:13am
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elikoz wrote:
which pressure? on the fork
and how much kg you are?
swtwtwtw wrote:
9.7 bar is the pressure, it is shown on the air gauge you got with the bike.
160lbs
+30 novice/int ability
btw when you saying 15 clicks out
you mean like 15 clicks from 20 or from the stock?
like close it until the end and then open 15 clicks?
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Yamaknockers 5/27/2017 3:59am
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Hey Tamir, why is it every time someone answers your questions you just ask the same question again? super dick move bro.
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elikoz 5/28/2017 10:51am
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more opinions please about set up
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USMCMXer 5/28/2017 10:58am
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The number in parenthesis on MXA tests is always the stock setting. The other number is what they recommend. Experiment, write down your results, and always keep a baseline reference point to revert back to when you get "lost" with your settings.
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nrosso391 wrote:
Take a few pics of it. Craigslist it. And buy a Yamaha. Best set up for a KTM I've seen yet.
You've ridden one?

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elikoz wrote:
more opinions please about set up
Setup is overrated and talent will overcome any deficiencies with suspension setup. However, have you ever considered working with a professional suspension shop rather than relying on smartass keyboard warriors to dial in your setup, bro?
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elikoz wrote:
more opinions please about set up
Swann wrote:
Setup is overrated and talent will overcome any deficiencies with suspension setup. However, have you ever considered working with a professional suspension shop rather than relying...
Setup is overrated and talent will overcome any deficiencies with suspension setup. However, have you ever considered working with a professional suspension shop rather than relying on smartass keyboard warriors to dial in your setup, bro?
X2, talk to someone qualified.
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seth505 5/28/2017 4:21pm
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Just fyi, I'm 155lb and on a 250sx 2stroke but 141psi has been working well for me.
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elikoz 5/29/2017 6:17am
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seth505 wrote:
Just fyi, I'm 155lb and on a 250sx 2stroke but 141psi has been working well for me.
ill try the 140-141 psi
and how about clicks in rebound and comp?
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16.5 in and 28 out for rebound and 7.8bar come ression.
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Please to thank you for much help, I now have brand new KGM suspenshun working, have friend Rajesh take pikture. Any advices on jumping?


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scooter5002 wrote:
Please to thank you for much help, I now have brand new KGM suspenshun working, have friend Rajesh take pikture. Any advices on jumping? [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2017/05/29/198155/s1200_IMG_7074.jpg[/img] elikoz
Please to thank you for much help, I now have brand new KGM suspenshun working, have friend Rajesh take pikture. Any advices on jumping?


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xr70 wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2017/05/29/198158/s1200_IMG_0405.jpg[/img]


This is the best setup, just missing the shock.
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xr70 wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2017/05/29/198158/s1200_IMG_0405.jpg[/img]


NP301 wrote:
This is the best setup, just missing the shock.
Yes! I have shock on order for my Ktm.
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more opinions i would like to hear
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elikoz wrote:
Hello guys i got my new KTM sxf 250 2017 i need your help with set up the wp and forks im sorry for being stupid...
Hello guys
i got my new KTM sxf 250 2017
i need your help with set up the wp and forks im sorry for being stupid but i read this review
http://motocrossactionmag.com/mxa-race-test-2017-ktm-250sxf/

hope its ok to post other link

and they said in the forks best set up is

Spring rate: 140 psi (154 psi)
Compression: 20 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Rebound: 15 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Fork-leg height: Third line

agian im sorry for my know ledge
but what they mean when they say

Compression: 20 clicks out (17 clicks out)
Rebound: 15 clicks out (17 clicks out)?

like in the forks i have in compression and rebound 20 clicks
what it mean 15 clicks out ( 17 clicks out )
like choose one 15 or 17?

please if can someone explain me
much ty
Pure and simple... Revalve and respring,

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