HRC NSF250R 2012, Owner'S Manual & Parts List

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7-13
Machine Setting
(1) UPPER JOINT (2) LOCK NUT
Ride Height Adjustment
Make sure the suspension is not loaded when check-
ing the ride height.
Always adjust the ride height from the standard set-
ting (page 7-7).
To adjust ride height, loosen the lock nut at the rear
shock absorber upper joint and turn the upper joint
to the desired position. Each complete turn is 1.5
mm and change the ride height 3 mm.
Standard length: 27.5 mm (1.08 in)
Adjustment range: +2.5 – -7.5 mm (+0.10 – -0.30
in) from standard length
The limit on the + side is 30 mm (1.2 in). If extend-
ed any further, the upper joint may slip out while
riding.
After adjustment, tighten the lock nut to 64 N m (6.5
kgf•m, 47 lbf•ft).
(1) PRELOAD LENGTH
Spring Replacement
Remove the rear shock absorber, then remove the
spring (page 5-20).
Spring specifications
Spring rate
Identification
Pre-load
Color
6.5 kg/mm Black 8.5 mm
7.0 kg/mm Green 7.9 mm
7.5 kg/mm Blue 7.4 mm
8.0 kg/mm Yellow 6.9 mm
(STD) (L=147 mm)
8.5 kg/mm Red 6.5 mm
Install the rear shock absorber spring (page 5-23).
Adjust the ride height.
(2)
(1)
(1)
1G POSITION
STROKE (mm)
HIGH RATE
HIGH RATE
STANDARD
RATE
LOAD
（
kgf
）
PRELOAD
(2)
MAX: 30 mm (1.2 in)
(1)
(2)
The ride height will be same when you adjust the
spring pre-load as above.