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Rebound Damping
Rebound damping effects how quickly the fork
rebounds.
The rebound damping adjuster has 16 positions
or more. Turning the adjuster screw one full turn
clockwise advances the adjuster 4 positions.
Always start with the full hard position when
adjusting damping.
(2)
(2) rebound damping adjuster screw
To adjust to the standard position:
1. Turn the rebound damping adjuster screw (2)
clockwise until it will no longer turn (lightly
seats). This is the full hard position.
2. Turn the adjuster screw counterclockwise 14
clicks. This is the standard position.
3. Make sure both fork legs are adjusted to the
same position.
Fork Springs
The fork springs in CR's are about right for
riders weighing between 150 and 160 lbs (less
riding gear). So if you're a heavier rider, you
have to go up on the oil level or get a stiffer
spring. Do not use less oil than the minimum
specified for each spring or there will be a loss of
rebound damping control near full extension.
If the fork is too hard on big bumps, turn the
damping adjuster counterclockwise 1-turn and
lower the oil level in increments of 0.2oz (5 cm
in both fork legs until the desired performance is
obtained. Do not, however, lower the oil level
below the minimum oil level.
Minimum oil capacity
Standard spring:
11.2 US oz (331 cm
11.4 US oz (336 cm
Softer spring:
Stiffer spring:
11.0 US oz (326 cm
When adjusting oil levels, bear in mind that the
air in the fork will increase in pressure while
riding; therefore, the higher the oil level, the
higher the eventual pressure of any air in the
fork.
Front Suspension Adjustment
Front Suspension Disassembly
• If your CR is brand-new, put enough
part-throttle break-in time (about one hour) on
it to ensure that the suspension has worked in.
• For optimum performance, and extended fork
life, the fork should be completely
disassembled and cleaned after the first three
hours of riding. See the Service Manual or
your Honda dealer for this service.
3
)
1. Place your CR on the optional workstand or
equivalent support with the front wheel off the
ground.
2. Remove the number plate bolt (1) and number
plate(2).
3
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3
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(1)
3
)
(2)
(1) number plate bolt
(2) number plate
Adjustments for Competition
(cont'd)
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