ADJUSTMENTS
Spring preload
Use the C-spanner provided in this kit.
Turn the spring platform nut (A) to set
the spring preload. Lock the setting with
the lock nut (B).
Compression damping
Low speed: Turn the slotted centre
screw. High speed: Turn the hexagon
screw. Turn clockwise (+) to increase
damping, turn counter clockwise (-) to
decrease.
Rebound damping
Turn the wheel on the piston shaft
above the end eye/ bracket. Turn
clockwise (+) to increase damping, turn
counter clockwise (-) to decrease.
NOTE!
When delivered the Öhlins shock absorber
is dialed to recommended settings for the
specific brand and make of the vehicle. If you
have changed the setting, reset according to
the Set-up data.
To reset: The adjuster has a right hand thread.
Turn the adjuster clockwise to fully closed
(pos. zero [0]). Turn counter clockwise to
open and count the clicks until you reach the
recommended number in the Set-up data.
CAUTION!
Do not use force, delicate sealing surfaces can
be damaged. Handtighten only.
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Öhlins Racing AB is prohibited. Printed in Sweden.
Öhlins Racing AB, Box 722, S-194 27 Upplands Väsby, Sweden.
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Shock absorber SK830 1
Öhlins Sticker 00197-01 2
Memo Notes Sticker 01180-01 1
C-spanner twin 00710-01 1
Owner’s Manual 1
Mounting Instruction SK830 Issued 20080125 Öhlins Racing AB AA/MH
Before installing this product, check
the contents of the kit listed below. If
anything is missing, please contact your
nearest Öhlins dealer.
Kit Contents
Art.No Pcs.
During storage and transportation,
especially at high ambient temperature,
the oil and grease used for assembling
may run out inside the packing and
damage the expanded polystyrene
packing material. This is not unusual
and is in no way detrimental to the
product.
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Mounting Instruction
SHOCK ABSORBER SK830 Front
for Ski-Doo MXZ 600/800 X
with set-up data
1
A
B
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NOTE!
No spring included in this kit. See the
Spring Guide in this folder, or contact
an Öhlins dealer for advice.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING!
Make sure the vehicle is securely positioned so
that it will not tip!
1
Raise the front of the snowmobile so that the skis
barely touch the ground.
2
Remove the original front shock absorbers.
3
Install the Öhlins shock absorbers with the
cylinder head upwards and the reservoir
outwards. Use the original screws.
NOTE!
Make sure that all bolts are tightened to the
correct torque and that nothing fouls or restricts
movement of the shock absorber when the
suspension is fully compressed or extended.
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Read more about the shock absorber in your
Öhlins Owner’s Manual.
SET-UP DATA
SPRINGS
Set-up data
Compression damping High speed 1,5 turns
Compression damping Low speed 25 clicks
Rebound damping 25 clicks
Shock absorber data
Length 425,5 mm
Stroke 139,5 mm
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Recommended spring
00281-45 20 N/mm
Optional springs
00180-95 17,5 N/mm
00281-46 22 N/mm
00281-47 24 N/mm
00281-48 26 N/mm
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