Buell 2007 FIREBOLT Service Manual page 108

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SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS
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WARNING WARNING
Both forks should display the same number of alignment
lines. Forks that are not properly aligned can lead to loss
of control, which could result in death or serious injury.
(00124a).
NOTE
All "suspension settings" in
maximum". That is, first gently turn adjustment screws fully
clockwise (until they stop), then turn adjustment screws
counterclockwise.
The recommended rebound and compression damping
settings for various road and riding conditions are given in
Table 1-10.
Setting Front Fork Preload
1. See Figure 1-30. Check number of lines (3) to be
showing for your load condition. Refer to
2. Adjust preload by turning the adjuster nut (2) with a
wrench.
Setting Front Fork Rebound Damping
1. See Figure 1-30. Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial
(1) clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum rebound
damping setting.
2. Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount specified in Table 1-10.
Setting Front Fork Compression Damping
1. See Figure 1-30. Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial
clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum compression
damping setting.
2. Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount specified in Table 1-10.
Table 1-10. are "turns out from
Table 1-10.
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1. Rebound adjuster screw
2. Preload adjuster nut
3. Four lines visible
Figure 1-30. Front Fork Preload And Rebound Adjuster
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Figure 1-31. Front Fork Compression Damping Adjuster
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