Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Toe Alignment Adjustment
If toe alignment is incorrect, measure the distance between
vehicle center and each wheel. This will tell you which tie rod
needs adjusting.
NOTE: Be sure handlebars are straight ahead before
determining which tie rod(s) need adjustment.
To adjust toe alignment:
• Hold tie rod end to keep it from rotating.
• Loosen jam nuts at both ends of the tie rod.
• Shorten or lengthen the tie rod until alignment is as
required to achieve the proper toe out setting.
• Important: When tightening the tie rod end jam nuts,
the rod ends must be held parallel to prevent rod end
damage and premature wear. Damage may not be
immediately apparent if done incorrectly. See
illustration.
SUSPENSION
Suspension Inspection
Compress and release the suspension. Damping should be
smooth throughout the range of travel.
• Check all suspension components and mounting
fasteners for wear or damage.
• Inspect each shock body for leakage.
Suspension Spring Pre-Load Adjustment
The front and rear shock absorber springs are adjustable. Rotate
the adjuster cam either direction to increase or decrease spring
tension. Always adjust both sides equally.
Operator weight and vehicle loading affect suspension spring
pre-load requirements. Use Spanner Wrench (PN 2870872) to
adjust pre-load as necessary to avoid bottoming of the shocks.
CAUTION
During tie rod adjustment, it is very important that
the following precautions be taken when
tightening tie rod end jam nuts.
If the rod end is positioned incorrectly it will not
pivot, and may break
Shock Spanner Wrench
(PN 2870872)