10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
10.6
10.7
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Adjusting the rebound damping 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.)
K00468-10
Measuring the rear wheel dimension unloaded
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1
Turn adjusting screw
click.
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Turn counterclockwise by the number of clicks correspond-
ing to the shock absorber type.
Guideline
Rebound damping (FC 250 EU)
Comfort
Standard
Sport
Rebound damping (FC 250 US)
Comfort
Standard
Sport
Info
Turn clockwise to increase the damping; turn
counterclockwise to reduce damping when the shock
absorber rebounds.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
clockwise up to the last perceptible
17 clicks
15 clicks
13 clicks
17 clicks
15 clicks
13 clicks
p. 49)