GAS GAS F0001U1, Owner'S Manual

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11 SUSPENSION SETTING
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Guideline
Spring preload 3 mm (0.12 in)
Info
The spring preload is the difference between the relaxed
spring length and the tensioned spring length.
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be
necessary to increase or decrease the spring preload.
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Tighten retaining ring
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Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 51)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 42)
11.11 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 42)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 51)
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Weight of rider: 15 … 25 kg
(33 … 55 lb.) 25 N/mm (143 lb/in)
Weight of rider (standard):
25 … 35 kg (55 … 77 lb.) 30 N/mm (171 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 35 … 45 kg
(77 … 99 lb.) 35 N/mm (200 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by changing
the spring preload.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 51)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 42)
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 32)
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Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 33)
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 31)