BMW Motorrad R nineT/5, Rider'S Manual

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holding adjusting ring 2 with a
second hook wrench.
To increase spring preload,
turn adjusting ring
2 in direc-
tion A with the hook wrench.
To reduce spring preload, turn
adjusting ring
1 in direction B
with the hook wrench.
Tighten the lock by tightening
adjusting ring
1 in direction A
with one hook wrench, while
holding adjusting ring
2 with a
second hook wrench.
Adjust the damping character-
istic to suit spring preload.
Adjust the damping for rear
wheel (
59).
Damping
Adjustment
Damping must be adapted to suit
the condition of the surface on
which the motorcycle is ridden
and to suit spring preload.
An uneven surface requires
softer damping than a smooth
surface.
An increase in spring preload
requires firmer damping, a re-
duction in spring preload re-
quires softer damping.
Adjusting the damping for
rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand. CAUTION
Adjusting the spring-strut
damping when the silencer is
hot
Risk of burn injury
Allow the silencer to cool.
CAUTION
Working with hot compon-
ents
Risk of burn injury
Wear protective gloves.
Adjust the damping character-
istic, using the tool from the
5
59
z Adjustment