TUNING THE CHASSIS 10
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10.7
Measuring the dimension of the rear wheel unloaded
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Main work
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Measure the vertical distance between the rear axle and a fixed
point, such as a marking on the side cover.
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Note the value as dimension
A
.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
10.8
Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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Measure dimension
A
of rear wheel unloaded. (
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Hold the motorcycle upright with aid of an assistant.
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Measure the distance between rear axle and fixed point again.
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Note the value as dimension
B
.
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The static sag is the difference between measurements
A
and
B
.
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Check the static sag.
Static sag
12 mm (0.47 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
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Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber.
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