10.9
Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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Measure distance
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Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
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Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point
A
0 0 A
again.
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Note down the value as dimension
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The static sag is the difference between
measurements
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Check the static sag.
Static sag
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If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
B
0 0 B
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Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber.
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TUNING THE CHASSIS 10
A
of rear wheel unloaded. (
B
.
A
B
and
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18 mm (0.71 in)
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p. 85)
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