Tune Your Ride; Suspension Adjustment; Spring Preload Adjustment - Can-Am Outlander X mr Series Operator's Manual

TUNE YOUR RIDE

WARNING
Suspension adjustment could af-
fect vehicle handling. Always take
time to familiarize yourself with
the vehicle's behavior after any
suspension adjustment have been
made.

Suspension Adjustment

Suspension adjustment and loading
can have an effect on your vehicle han-
dling and comfort.
Choice of suspension adjustments
vary with driver's weight, personal
preference, riding speed and field con-
dition.
Spring Preload
Adjustment
WARNING
The left and right shock adjust-
ment on front or rear suspension
must always be set to the same
position. Never adjust one only.
Uneven adjustment can cause
poor handling and loss of stability,
which could lead to an accident.
Shorten the springs for a firmer ride
and rough conditions.
Lengthen the springs for a softer ride
and smooth conditions.
570, 650 and 850 Models
Adjust spring preload by turning adjust-
ment cam. Use tool from vehicle tool
kit.
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1. Adjustment cam
2. Softer adjustment
3. Firmer adjustment
1000R Model
Adjust spring preload by turning the ad-
juster ring.
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TYPICAL
Step 1: Loosen top locking ring
Step 2: Turn adjusting ring accordingly
Step 3: Tighten top locking ring