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04/SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
Adjusting the rebound damping of the shock absorber
7.3
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.
Measuring the unloaded rear wheel sag
7.4
Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
7.5
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Turn adjusting screw
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Turn back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock
absorber type.
Guideline
Rebound damping
Comfort
Standard
Sport
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Full payload
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping, turn counterclockwise to reduce sus-
pension damping.
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand.
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Measure the vertical distance between the rear axle and a fixed point such as a
marking on the side cover.
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Note down the value as dimension
0 0 A
A
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
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Measure distance
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Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
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Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
0 0 A
A
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Note down the value as dimension
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements
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Check the static sag.
Static sag
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If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
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Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber. (
B
0 0 B
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clockwise up to the last perceptible click.
20 clicks
15 clicks
10 clicks
10 clicks
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of rear wheel unloaded. (
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20 mm (0.79 in)
p. 30)
and
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p. 31)
30
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