Major Components - Honda XL1000V Varadero Owner's Manual

MAJOR COMPONENTS

(Information you need to operate this motorcycle)
SUSPENSION
Rear Suspension
The spring preload adjuster has 36
positions for different load or riding
conditions.
To adjust the spring preload, turn the
adjuster knob (1).
Spring Preload:
To reduce (LOW) :
Turn the adjuster counterclockwise
toward LOW for a light load and smooth
road condition.
To increase (HIGH) :
Turn the adjuster clockwise toward HIGH
for a firmer ride and rough road condition.
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To adjust the adjuster to the standard
position, proceed as follows :
1. Turn the adjuster knob counterclockwise
until it will no longer turn. This is the full
LOW position.
2. The adjuster is set in the standard
position when the adjuster knob is
turned clockwise 4 clicks.
(1) Spring preload adjuster knob