Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment - Yamaha DT200L 1984-1988 Service Manual

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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENT
Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment
WARNING
This shock absorber contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas. Read and under-
stand the following information before
handling the shock absrober. The manufac-
ture cannot be held responsible for property
damage or personal injury that may result
from improper handling.
1. Do not tamper with or attempt to open
the cylinder assembly.
2. Do not subject shock absorber to an
open flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to explode due
to excessive gas pressure.
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3. Do not deform or damage the cylinder
in any way. Cylinder damage will result
in poor damping performance.
1 Spring
NOTE:
The spring preload of the rear shock absorber can
be adjusted to suit rider's preference, weight, and
the course conditions.
a. Loosen:
• Locknut
^
b. Adjust:
• Spring set length
Turn the adjuster (D to increase
decrease the spring preload.
(3) Increase spring preload
(4) Decrease spring preload
or
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