SUSPENSION SETTING 11
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11.12
Checking the basic setting of the fork
Info
For various reasons, no exact riding sag can be determined for the fork.
401000-01
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Smaller differences in the rider's weight can be compensated for by
the fork air pressure.
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However, if the fork frequently bottoms out (hard end stop on com-
pression), the fork air pressure must be increased, within the speci-
fied values, to avoid damage to the fork and frame.
11.13
Adjusting the fork air pressure
Warning
Danger of accidents
Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling characteristic.
Extreme modifications to the suspension setting may cause a serious deterioration in the handling characteristic
and overload components.
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Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
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Make sure your child rides slowly to start with after making adjustments in order that he or she can assess the
new handling characteristic.
Info
Check or adjust the air pressure 5 minutes, at the earliest, after the end of the ride and under the same conditions.
The air suspension is located in the left fork leg. The rebound damping is located in the right fork leg.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
M01833-10
Main work
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Remove protection cap
1
.
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Push together fork airpump
2
fully.
Fork airpump (79412966100)
Info
The fork airpump is included as part of the motorcycle's
accessory pack.
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Connect the fork airpump to the left fork leg.
The fork airpump indicator switches on automatically.
A little air escapes from the fork leg when connecting.
Info
This is due to the volume of the hose and not due to a
defect in the fork airpump or the fork.
Read the accompanying instructions.
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Adjust the air pressure as specified.
