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04/SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
Rear shock absorber - adjusting the rebound damping
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Danger
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
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The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided.
Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension settings can seriously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
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Extreme modifications to the adjustment of the spring elements can cause a serious deterioration in the handling charac-
teristics and overload some components.
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Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
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After making adjustments, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new ride behavior.
Info
The rebound damping setting has an impact on the rebound of the shock absorber.
Rear shock absorber - adjusting the spring preload
8.24
Danger
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
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The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided.
Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension settings can seriously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
–
Extreme modifications to the adjustment of the spring elements can cause a serious deterioration in the handling charac-
teristics and overload some components.
–
Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
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After making adjustments, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the new ride behavior.
Info
Increasing the spring preload raises the center of gravity of the vehicle. This can have a large impact on vehicle handling.
Tip
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
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Turn adjusting screw
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Turn back to the left by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber
type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort
Standard
Sport
301792-10
Info
Turning to the right increases damping, while turning to the left lessens
damping.
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Remove the rear shock absorber. (
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
clockwise up to the last perceptible click.
20 clicks
15 clicks
15 clicks
p. 41)
40
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