Load-dependent
adjustment of spring
preload
1.6 in (40 mm) (Negative
spring displacement of
rear wheel under load)
If you want to reduce the
difference (increase spring
preload, in other words),
turn adjusting ring 3 in di-
rection a.
If you want to increase the
difference (reduce spring
preload, in other words),
turn adjusting ring 3 in di-
rection b.
Tighten the lock by tighten-
ing adjusting ring 2 in direc-
tion a with the tool from the
toolkit, while holding adjust-
ing ring 3 with second tool
from the toolkit.
Lock nut of spring
basic setting at top
spring retainer
4 lb/ft (5 Nm)
Seat brake-fluid reservoir 1
in the holder.
Adjust the damping
characteristic to suit spring
preload.
Damping
Setting
The damping must be adjust-
ed to the spring preload and
the road conditions. An in-
crease in spring preload re-
quires firmer damping, a re-
duction in spring preload re-
quires softer damping.
Adjusting front rebound
stage
Make sure ground is level
and firm and park the mo-
torcycle.
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