Front Suspension - Yamaha SXV70SJ Supplementary Service Manual

FRONT SUSPENSION

FRONT SUSPENSION
Spring preload (VX700/VX700DX/MM700/VT700)
1. Adjust:
•
Spring preload
Adjustment steps:
•
Turn the adjusting ring 1 to the proper position.
Spring adjuster
SCH2880
position
Preload
Standard
CAUTION:
Be sure that the left and right spring preload is the
same.
Spring preload (SX700)
1. Adjust:
•
Spring preload
Adjustment steps:
•
Turn the spring 1 in or out.
Spring seat
distance
SCH2885
Preload
Length a
CAUTION:
Be sure that the left and right spring preloads are
the same.
WARNING
This shock absorber contains highly pressurized
nitrogen gas.
Do not tamper with or attempt to open the shock
absorber assembly.
Do not subject the shock absorber assembly to
flames or high heat, which could cause it to
explode.
2-59
INSP
ADJ
1 2 3 4
Softer ← → Harder
VX700/VX700DX/VT700: 1
MM700: 3
Standard
Shorter ← → Longer
Harder ← → Softer
Min. Max.
251.5 mm 261.5 mm 261.5 mm
(9.90 in) (10.30 in) (10.30 in)
5