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Setting Rear Shock Compression
Damping
1.
For all Lightning XB models except the Long XB12Ss,
remove the seat. See
2.44
2.
Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial clockwise until it
stops. This is the maximum compression damping set-
ting.
NOTE
See
Figure 1-35.
For the Lightning Long XB12Ss, the
rear shock compression damping adjustor screw is
accessible through the opening in the right side tail sec-
tion.
See
Figure 1-34.
For all other XB models, the rear shock
compression damping adjuster screw is found under the
seat.
3.
Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount specified in
Table
13.
1
1
WARNING
WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on front of seat to be
sure it is in locked position. While riding, a loose seat can
shift causing loss of control, which could result in death
or serious injury. (00070a)
4.
If removed, install seat. See
SEAT.
1-10.,
Table 1-11.
or
Table 1-
2.44
SEAT.
10658a
Figure 1-34. Rear Shock Compression Damping Adjuster
(XB9SX, XB12S, XB12Scg)
12143
Figure 1-35. Rear Shock Compression Damping Adjuster
(XB12Ss)
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