GAS GAS MC 450F 2022, Owner'S Manual

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TUNING THE CHASSIS 10
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10.11 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 49)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 62)
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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 (MC 450F)
Weight of rider: 65 … 75 kg
(143 … 165 lb.) 39 N/mm (223 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75 … 85 kg
(165 … 187 lb.) 42 N/mm (240 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85 … 95 kg
(187 … 209 lb.) 45 N/mm (257 lb/in)
Spring rate (MC 450F TROY LEE DESIGNS)
Weight of rider: 65 … 75 kg
(143 … 165 lb.) 42 N/mm (240 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75 … 85 kg
(165 … 187 lb.) 45 N/mm (257 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85 … 95 kg
(187 … 209 lb.) 48 N/mm (274 lb/in)
Spring rate (EX)
Weight of rider: 65 … 75 kg
(143 … 165 lb.) 42 N/mm (240 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75 … 85 kg
(165 … 187 lb.) 45 N/mm (257 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85 … 95 kg
(187 … 209 lb.) 48 N/mm (274 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 63)
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Check the free travel of the foot brake lever. ( p. 92)
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 41)
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Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 41)
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 39)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 49)