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How to install
Warning!
Before riding, always ensure that the basic
settings made by Öhlins are intact. Take notes,
adjust in small steps and make only one
adjustment at a time.
Step 1
Spring Preload - Free Sag - Ride Height
Spring preload is a crucial part of setting your
motorcycle since it affects the height of the
motorcycle and the fork angle.
Note!
The following procedure should be performed on
a flat surface.
1.
Put the motorcycle on a workstand so that
both wheels are off the ground and the
suspension is unloaded.
2.
Mark, for example with a piece of tape, a
point immediately above the rear wheel
axle.
3.
Measure the distance from the marked
point to a fixed point, for example the
wheel axle (R1).
4.
Measure the distance from the bottom of
the outer tube to a fixed point, for example
the front wheel axle (F1).
5.
Put the motorcycle on the ground so
that the front and the rear suspensions
are slightly compressed. Repeat the
measuring procedures (R2 and F2).
6.
Sit on the motorcycle in normal riding
position, properly outfitted in your riding
gear. Repeat the measuring procedure (R3
and F3).
Recommended Measures
Recommended measures for Free Sag and
Ride Height; see Set-up Data.
Note!
Always check on the Öhlins web site
www.ohlins.com or with your Öhlins
dealer/ distributor for the latest information.
Step 2
Adjust spring preload
1.
If your measures differ significantly from
the recommendations in the Set-up
Data, adjust the spring preload. (See
Adjustments this manual).
2.
If the ride height still differs from the
recommendations, you may need to
change to softer/harder spring. Contact
your Öhlins dealer for advise.
Warning!
Incorrect spring rate may result in a front
geometry that is either too steep or too flat.
This can result in a tendency of under or over
steering, that could seriously affect the handling
characteristics of the motorcycle.
5
1 - Remove Original Front Fork
Warning!
It is advisable to have an Öhlins dealer install the
front fork.
When installing, consult your Vehicle Service
Manual.
1
Put the motorcycle on a workstand so that
the front wheel barely touches the ground.
Warning!
Make sure the vehicle is securely supported so
that it will not tip.
2
Remove the front fender, brake caliper and
the front wheel.
3
Measure the position of the front fork:
Measure the distance from the top of the fork
leg to the top of the upper fork crown.
Note!
It is very important that the front fork is
reattached at the exact same position.
4
Release the spring preload.
5
Loosen the upper fork crown by loosening
the screws.
6
Loosen (do not remove) the top cap ½ turn.
7
Loosen the lower fork crown by loosening the
screws.
8
Remove the fork legs from the fork crowns.
1
3
Screw
5
4
6
1/2 turn
2
2
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