FT750-26XP and FT750-20XP Owner’s Manual
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Front Suspension
The FT750’s front suspension is adjustable for spring preload and damping. Preload refers to the how
much the front springs are compressed initially. Damping refers to how quickly the suspension can
compress or rebound. Preload and damping are controlled with two rotary knobs, each located atop the
fork as shown below. The damping control can be rotated all the way counterclockwise to lock the front
suspension such that no fork compression can occur, which can be helpful when climbing steep hills.
Front suspension damping and adjustment controls. The
damping adjuster is on the right side of the fork (as viewed by
the rider). The preload adjuster is on the left side of the fork.
The damping adjuster is located at the top of the right fork leg
(as viewed by the rider). The adjuster can be rotated
counterclockwise through eight positions to adjust the
damping, from minimum to maximum. One click further past
maximum locks the suspension rigidly.
The preload adjuster is located at the top of the left fork leg. It
operates through a series of 10 clicks (five full turns). Preload is
increased when the adjuster is rotated clockwise. Preload is
decreased when the adjuster is rotated counterclockwise.
The preload should be adjusted such that a small amount of fork compression occurs when the rider sits
on the electric bicycle. Increased preload will suit heavier riders. If the fork completely compresses when
hitting bumps or irregularities in the road surface, increase the preload.
