Yamaha YXR70FX Service Manual page 129

ADJUSTING THE TOE-IN/ADJUSTING THE FRONT
SHOCK ABSORBERS
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a. Mark both tie-rods ends.
This reference point will be needed during
adjustment.
b. Loosen the locknut (tie-rod end) 1 on each
tie-rod.
c. The same number of turns should be given
to both the right and left tie-rods 2 until the
specified toe-in is obtained. This is to keep
the length of the rods the same.
d. Tighten the rod end locknut on each tie-rod.
Locknut (rod end)
40 Nm (4.0 m · kg, 29 ft · lb)
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ADJUSTING THE FRONT SHOCK
ABSORBERS
For models equipped with oil damper
shock absorbers
WARNING
Always adjust the spring load of both
shock absorbers to the same setting.
Uneven adjustment can cause poor han-
dling and loss of stability.
TIP:
The spring preload of the shock absorbers can
be adjusted to suit the operator's preference,
weight, and the operating conditions.
1. Adjust:
• spring preload
Turn the adjuster 1 to increase or
decrease the spring preload.
Standard position: 2
Minimum (Soft) position: 1
Maximum (Hard) position: 5
Ring nut wrench
90890-01268
Spanner wrench
YU-01268
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CHK
ADJ
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