Husqvarna FE 450 2016, Owner'S Manual

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11 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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11.9 Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
Caution
Danger of accidents Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
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The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to 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. 42)
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Remove the right side cover. ( p. 58)
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Remove the main silencer. ( p. 55)
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Remove the seat. ( p. 49)
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Remove the fuel tank. ( p. 59)
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Remove the manifold. ( p. 52)
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Remove shock absorber. ( p. 49)
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Loosen screw  .
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Turn adjusting ring

until the spring is no longer under tension.
Hook wrench (T106S)
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Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under tension.
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Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring

to measurement

.
Guideline
Spring preload 15 mm (0.59 in)
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
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Tighten screw

.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 49)
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Install the manifold. ( p. 54)
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Install the fuel tank. ( p. 60)
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Mount the seat. ( p. 50)
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Install the main silencer. ( p. 57)
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Install the right side cover. ( p. 58)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 42)