APRILIA RSV 1000 TUONO R Manual page 89

CAUTION
Before adjusting, first set the rear shock
absorber to the stiffest setting [turn the
adjusters (1) fully clockwise].
Do not force the adjusters (1) beyond
their limit stops in either direction, or
the threads may strip.
u Unscrew the locking ring nut (3) by
means of the appropriate spanner.
u Adjust spring preload (A) through the
adjusting ring nut (2) (see table).
u When finished, tighten the ring nut (3).
u Work the screw (1) to set shock absorber
rebound damping (see table).
CAUTION
S e t s p r i n g p r e l o a d a n d r e b o u n d
damping according to vehicle usage.
When you increase spring preload, you
will have to increase rebound damping
a c c o r d i n g l y t o a v o i d u n e x p e c t e d
jerking when riding.
If necessary, contact your aprilia
Authorised Dealer.
WARNING
Racing settings may only be used
during official competitions or sports
events authorised by the competent
authorities and taking place in closed
circuits or, anyway, away from public
roads.
It is strictly prohibited to carry out
adjustments for the use of the vehicle
on racetracks and then ride it on roads
or motorways.
F R O N T Standard setting
SUSPENSION
S p r i n g l e n g t h 147 mm
(preloaded) (A)
R e b o u n d tighten fully (*) and
a d j u s t m e n t , then slacken (**) by 25
screw (1) click positions
For racing we recommend to fit the
Öhlins multiadjustable rear suspension
unit . For the purchase contact an
aprilia Authorised Dealer.
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