11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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11.9
Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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Measure dimension
of rear wheel unloaded. (
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Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
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Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
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Note down the value as dimension
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The static sag is the difference between measurements
and
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Check the static sag.
Static sag
25 mm (0.98 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.