Yamaha Raptor YFM7RZ Owner's Manual page 33

(a)
(b)
1. Spring preload adjusting nut
2. Locknut
3. Special wrench
TIP
G
A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer to make this adjustment.
G
The spring preload setting is determined by
measuring distance A, shown in the illustration.
The shorter distance A is, the higher the spring
preload; the longer distance A is, the lower the
spring preload. With each complete turn of the
adjusting nut, distance A is changed by 1.5 mm
(0.06 in).
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
2
Standard:
1
Maximum (hard):
3
1. Distance A
3. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut
against the adjusting nut, and then tighten
it to the specified torque.
4-15
Distance A = 263.0 mm (10.35 in)
Distance A = 260.0 mm (10.24 in)
Distance A = 251.0 mm (9.88 in)
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