Honda 2006 RC51 Owner's Manual page 127

Suspension
Compression Damping
LEFT SIDE
(1) damping adjuster
To adjust to the standard position:
1. Turn the damping adjuster ( )
clockwise until it will no longer turn
(lightly seats). This is the full hard
setting.
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2. Turn the adjuster counterclockwise for
clicks. This is the standard position.
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3. Make sure that both fork legs are
adjusted to the same position.
To Reduce Compression Damping
(SOFT):
For a light load and smooth road
conditions, turn the adjuster
counterclockwise toward SOFT.
To Increase Compression Damping
(HARD):
For a firmer ride and rough road
conditions, turn the adjuster
clockwise toward HARD.