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REAR RIDE HEIGHT & STATIC SAG
The ride height and static sag specifications for
your vehicle can be found in the Model Specification
section of this manual.
Make sure the vehicle ride height and static sag
dimensions are as specified before performing
compression or rebound adjustments.
When measuring the illustrated dimensions,
measure from the center of the wheel axle to a point
on the subframe. Remove the number panel if
required to make the measurement easier.
Adjustments to the spring preload change rear ride
height. When adjusting the preload to achieve a
certain ride height make both the ride height and
static sag specifications are adjusted within specified
limits. The static sag measurement (R3) is directly
influenced by changes in the ride height.
If either the ride height or static sag is out of
specification, a spring with a different spring rate will
have to be installed onto the rear shock. Optional
springs are available for your vehicle, but you should
not attempt to install them yourself. Consult your
Cannondale Motorsports dealer for spring and
installation service.
1.
Place the vehicle on a stand so that the rear
wheel is off the ground and the swingarm is
fully extended. Measure the unloaded
measurement (R1).
2.
Take the vehicle off the stand. With rider in full
gear seated on the vehicle with feet on the
footpegs, repeat the measurement. Have one
assistant hold the bike upright and have
another do the measuring. Bounce your weight
up and down a few times to overcome any
“stiction” in the suspension and find the best
reference point. Record the value (R2). This is
the ride height.
3.
With the vehicle on the ground, held in the
upright position, repeat the measurement.
Record the value (R3). This is the static sag.
R1
R2
R3