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11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
11.1
11.2
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Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling charac-
teristic.
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Ride slowly to start with after making adjustments to get the feel of the new handling characteristic.
Info
The spring preload defines the initial status of the spring operation on the shock absorber.
The best spring preload setting is achieved when it is set for the weight of the rider and that of any lug-
gage and a passenger, thus ensuring an ideal compromise between handling and stability.
F02846-10
Handlebar position
E01148-10
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Set the spring preload by turning adjusting ring
hook wrench and the extension from the tool set.
Guideline
Spring preload
Standard
Info
The spring preload can be set to 10 different posi-
tions.
The holes on the handlebar support are placed at a distance
A
of
from the center.
A
5 mm (0.2 in)
Hole distance
The handlebar can be mounted in 2 different positions. This
allows the handlebar to be mounted in the most comfortable
position for the rider.
1
using the
2 clicks
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