Spring Preload - BMW R 1200 RT Rider's Manual

NOTICE
Opening the throttle does not
deactivate the cruise-control sys-
tem. If you release the twistgrip
the motorcycle will decelerate
only to the cruising speed saved
in memory, even though you
might have intended slowing to
a lower speed.
Telltale light for cruise con-
trol shows.
Switching off cruise
control
Slide switch 1 to the left.
The system is deactivated.
Button 2 is disabled.

Spring preload

Adjustment
It is essential to set spring pre-
load of the rear suspension to
suit the load carried by the mo-
torcycle. Increase spring pre-
load when the vehicle is heavily
loaded and reduce spring preload
accordingly when the vehicle is
lightly loaded.
Adjusting spring preload
for rear wheel
WARNING
Adjusting spring preload
while riding.
Risk of accident
Do not attempt to adjust spring
preload unless the motorcycle
is at a standstill.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Ease out bottom of cover 1 at
position 2.
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