Husqvarna FC 250 2017, Owner'S Manual

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10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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10.8 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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Measure distance

of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 29)
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Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
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Again measure the distance between the rear axle and marking SAG on the rear
fender using the sag gauge.
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Note down the value as dimension

.
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements

and

.
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Check the static sag.
Static sag 35 mm (1.38 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. ( p. 30)
10.9 Checking the riding sag of the shock absorber
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Measure distance  of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 29)
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With another person holding the motorcycle, the rider, wearing full protective
clothing, sits on the seat in a normal sitting position (feet on footrests) and
bounces up and down a few times.
The rear wheel suspension levels out.
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Another person again measures the distance between the rear axle and mark-
ing SAG on the rear fender using the sag gauge.
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Note down the value as dimension

.
Info
The riding sag is the difference between measurements

and

.
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Check the riding sag.
Riding sag 105 mm (4.13 in)
» If the riding sag differs from the specified measurement:
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Adjust the riding sag. ( p. 31)
10.10 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
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Please follow the description provided. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 35)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 42)