11 SUSPENSION SETTING
75
11.5
Checking the static sag of the rear shock absorber
Static sag
6 mm (0.23in)
– Measure dimension A of rear wheel unloaded.
(p.74)
– Hold the motorcycle upright with aid of an
assistant.
– Measure the distance between rear axle
and fixed point again.
– Note the value as dimension B
.
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The static sag is the difference
between measurements A and B
.
Check the static sag.