Tune Your Ride; Suspension Adjustments - BRP can-am RENEGADE 500 2015 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 Adjustments

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.
Perform adjustments one position
(click) at a time. Test run the vehicle un-
der the same conditions; trail, speed,
driver riding position, etc. Proceed me-
thodically until you are satisfied.
Spring Preload Adjustment
WARNING
The left and right shock adjust-
ment on front or rear suspension
must always be set to the same
position. Uneven adjustment can
cause poor handling and loss of
stability, which could lead to an ac-
cident.
Shorten the springs for a firmer ride
and rough conditions.
Lengthen the springs for a softer ride
and smooth conditions.
Renegade 500 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
All Models except Renegade 500
Use tool provided in tool kit to adjust
spring preload.
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