Suspension spring
The standard spring is 4,0. The spring length preloaded with the
shock absorber at rest is 258 mm
.
- Tighten the locknut securely.
- After adjustment, move the spring up and down to make sure that
the spring is fully seated.
- Install the parts removed.
Rear shock absorber spring replacement
Harder and softer springs are available. If the standard spring is not
adequate for your purpose, select a proper one according to the
rider´s weight and the road conditions.
- Using the harder spring:The rebound is quicker.
- Using the softer spring:The rebound is slower.
NOTE
Refer to the suspension adjustments on page 110.
EC / MC / SM 2005 -
100
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(A). Nut.
(B). Spring.
(C). Locknut.
Spring adjustment
- Remove the seat and side covers.
- Loosen the air cleaner duct clamp screw.
- Remove the muffler.
- Remove the subframe with the air cleaner box.
(A). Subframe.
(B). Air cleaner box.
(C)
(A)
(B)
(A)
(B)
(A). Low and high
compression adjuster.
(A)
hand as it is opened it will be softer. The normal standard measure
is two turns.
