BMS Beast 1000 Series, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
SUSPENSION SETTINGS (EPS)
FRONT/REAR SPRING PRELOAD (EPS)
The front and rear suspensions are preload adjustable. The suspensions are set
on the lowest setting at the factory. The factory setting is appropriate for nearly
all riding conditions.
If desired, the suspension may be adjusted to maintain vehicle clearance height
when carrying loads.
Always heed the following rules if you make adjustments to
this suspension.
• Always return the suspension to the lowest setting after the load is removed
from the vehicle. The increased suspension height will negatively impact
vehicle stability when operating without a load.
• Always apply the same adjustment setting to
all four wheels .
• Do not increase the spring preload by more than one inch (25.4 mm) over the
factory setting.
FACTORY PRELOAD SETTINGS
Front 6 5/8'' (168.3 mm)
Rear 1 5/8'' (41.3 mm)
Your DW INDUSTRIES dealer can provide the tool required to make
suspension adjustments.
1. Elevate the vehicle to allow the suspension to fully extend.
2. Loosen the jam nut and back it away from the adjusting ring.
3. Turn the adjusting ring to the left (1) to increase preload for a stiffer ride. Turn
the adjusting ring to the right (2) to decrease preload for a softer ride.
4. Tighten the jam nut firmly against the adjuster ring.
FRONT/REAR SHOCK COMPRESSION
The compression damping clicker knob is located at the top of the shock
reservoir. When the knob is turned fully clockwise, the damping is in the fully
closed position.
1. Turn the clicker clockwise to increase compression damping.
2. Turn the clicker counter-clockwise to decrease compression damping.
Uneven adjustment may cause poor handling of the vehicle, which could result
in an accident. Always adjust both the left and right spring preloads equally.
Your DW INDUSTRIES dealer can assist.