Adjusting The Spring Preload Of The Shock Absorber - Husqvarna 701 Supermoto Owner's Manual

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Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber

Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incor-
rectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
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Please follow the description provided. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be
glad to help.)
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the spring
length.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the work stand.
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Remove the seat. ( p. 106)
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Take off the side cover. (
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Remove the air filter box.
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Remove the rear fairing.
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Remove the rear left side cover.
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Remove the rear right side cover.
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Remove the shock absorber.
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
p. 110)