10
TUNING THE CHASSIS
10.12
Adjusting the riding sag
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand.
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Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the work stand.
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Remove the seat. (
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Take off the side cover.
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Remove the shock absorber.
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Medium (standard)
Hard
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
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Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber.
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Mount the side cover.
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Mount the seat. (
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand.
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. (
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. (
p. 84)
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80 N/mm (457 lb/in)
85 N/mm (485 lb/in)
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p. 84)
p. 72)
p. 70)
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