Front Forks; Shocks - Boss Hoss Cycles Year 2005 Owner's Manual

The front fork lock is located below and to the right of the right side steering stock on
the top tree of the inverted front end. To use the lock turn the handlebars to the left. By
turning the handlebars to the left that aligns the holes. Then push the lock down.
GENERAL
The Boss Hoss uses two shocks with external coil springs. The shocks are preset for
50/50 extension compression.
ADJUSTMENT
To increase spring pressure for passenger or heavy loads use spanner tool or equivalent
and turn the spring seat clockwise to compress, tighten the spring. To reduce the springs
rate for a softer, lighter ride turn the spring seat counter clockwise to reduce the
compression preload on the spring.
Note
Lifting the weight of the bike will allow easier adjustment of the spring seat. Be sure
the bike is stabilized securely before attempting adjustment.
Warning
• Reducing the spring rate from the factory settings may allow the rear
fender to make contact with the rear tire potentially causing tire
failure, which may result in personal injury.
• Changing spring rate, length or mounting position from the factory
specifications may adversely affect the handling and operation of the
bike.
REMOVAL
Raise motorcycle as described in Rear Wheel removal section. Remove the bottom and
top mounting bolts. Then remove the shock assembly.
ASSEMBLY is reverse of REMOVAL.
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Front Fork Lock
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
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