Buell 2003XB9S Service Manual page 82

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SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS
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WARNING WARNING
Always adjust each fork leg to the same settings. Uneven
adjustment between left and right forks may lead to a
loss of control which could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTE
All "turn settings" in Table 1-11 are "turns out from maximum".
That is, first gently turn adjustment screws fully clockwise
(until they stop), then
counterclockwise the amount specified in
See Table 1-9. The recommended rebound and compression
damping settings for various road and riding conditions are
given in the table.
Setting Front Fork Preload
1. Check number of lines (3) to be showing for your load
condition. Refer to Table 1-9.
2. See Figure 1-29. Adjust preload by turning the adjuster
nut (2) with a wrench.
Setting Front Fork Rebound Damping
1. See Figure 1-29. Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial
(1) clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum rebound
damping setting.
2. Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount specified in Table 1-9.
Setting Front Fork Compression Damping
1. See Figure 1-30. Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial
clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum compression
damping setting.
2. Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount specified in Table 1-9.
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turn adjustment screws
Table 1-9.
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1. Rebound adjuster screw
2. Preload adjuster nut
3. Four lines visible (factory setting)
Figure 1-29. Front Fork Preload And Rebound Adjuster
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Figure 1-30. Front Fork Compression Damping Adjuster
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