Royal Enfield Bullet 500 2017 Manual page 121

MINOR MAINTENANCE TIPS
ADJUSTMENT OF GAS FILLED SHOCKABSORBER
RIGHT
 The rear gas shockabsorber is adjustable type
i.e., the spring tension can be increased or
reduced.
Increase the spring tension for high load

operation.
Reduce the spring tension for low load operation.

The adjuster provided on the bottom of the spring

has five knotches.
 Insert special 'C' spanner on the bottom adjuster
and rotate to change knotch position.
Turn the adjuster such that the adjuster moves up

to increase the spring tension and vice versa to
reduce the spring tension.
Adjust both

shockabsorbers so that the same knotch rests on
the pin in both sides.
W A R N I N G
Riding the motorcycle with the knotches adjusted in
different positions can cause loss of control and may
L EF T
lead to an accident.
Regularly inspect shockabsorbers and front forks for
leaks. Replace worn parts. Worn parts can adversely
affect stability and handling.
NOTE
Ensure no fouling of any accessories with rear
shockabsorber. Check for sufficient gap availability
between the shockabsorber and the attachments
when the rear end of the motorcycle is fully loaded
and the shockabsorbers are fully compressed.
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left hand and right hand