Spring Preload - BMW R 1250 R 2019 Rider's Manual

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Position footrest 3 on clamping
block 2.
Install screws 1.
Footrest on clamping
block
7 lb/ft (10 Nm)
Remove and install the footrest
on the other side in the same
way.

Spring preload

Setting
It is essential to set the spring
preload to suit the load carried by
the motorcycle. Increase spring
preload when the vehicle is heav-
ily loaded and reduce spring
preload accordingly when the
vehicle is lightly loaded.
Adjusting spring preload
at rear wheel
without Dynamic ESA
Park motorcycle, ensuring that
support surface is firm and
level.
WARNING
Uncoordinated settings of
spring preload and spring
OE
strut damping.
Poorer handling.
Adjust damping characteristic
to changed spring preload.
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