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11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
11.10
11.11
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Adjusting the riding sag
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Checking the basic setting of the fork
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For various reasons, no exact riding sag can be determined for the fork.
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Adjusting the compression damping of the fork
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The hydraulic compression damping determines the fork suspension behavior.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
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Remove the shock absorber.
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
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The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by
changing the spring preload.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. (
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Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. (
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. (
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As with the shock absorber, smaller differences in the rider's
weight can be compensated by the spring preload.
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However, if the fork frequently bottoms out (hard end stop on
compression), harder springs must be fitted to avoid damage
to the fork and frame.
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If the fork feels unusually hard after extended periods of oper-
ation, the fork legs need to be bled.
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