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Setting Rear Shock Preload
The factory setting is ramp number 2 position (ramp number 7
position being the tallest ramp and maximum preload). For
recommended spring preload refer to
Table 1-10.
or
Table 1-
11.
1.
Remove seat. See
2.43 SEAT
.
2.
See
Figure 1-32.
Change the spring preload by turning
the preload adjuster at the upper part of the shock with
the SHOCK SPANNER WRENCH (HD-94700-52C) or
the wrench included in the tool kit.
a. Turn adjuster to setting specified in
Table 1-10.
,
Table 1-11.
or
Table 1-13.
Rotate adjuster clockwise
to increase preload.
b.
Rotate adjuster counterclockwise to decrease pre-
load.
1
WARNING
1
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)
3.
Install seat. See
2.43 SEAT
.
Setting Rear Shock Rebound Damping
1.
See
Figure 1-33.
Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial
clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum rebound
damping setting.
2.
Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount specified in
Table 1-10.
,
Table 1-11.
or
Table 1-
13.
Figure 1-32. Rear Shock Preload Adjuster
Figure 1-33. Rear Shock Rebound Adjustment
8388
Maximum preload adjustment (ramp number 7)
Minimum preload adjustment (ramp number 1)
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