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ADJUSTING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLIES
WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE:
a
b
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ADJUSTING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORB-
ER ASSEMBLIES
The following procedure applies to both of the
rear shock absorber assemblies.
S Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
S Always adjust both rear shock absorber
assemblies evenly. Uneven adjustment
can result in poor handling and loss of sta-
bility.
Spring preload
Never go beyond the maximum or minimum
adjustment positions.
1. Adjust:
S spring preload
Adjust the spring preload with the special
wrench and extension bar in cluded in the own-
er’s tool kit.
a. Turn the spring seat
1
in direction
a
or
b
.
Direction
Spring preload is increased
(suspension is harder).
Direction
Spring preload is decreased
(suspension is softer).
Adjusting positions
Standard: 1
Minimum: 1
Maximum: 3