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Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
10.11
Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
(TC 50)
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
(TC 50 MINI)
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Remove the rear wheel.
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Remove the shock absorber.
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate (TC 50)
Weight of rider: 15 …
25 kg (33 … 55 lb.)
25 N/mm (143 lb/in)
Weight of rider (stan-
dard): 25 … 35 kg (55 …
77 lb.)
30 N/mm (171 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 35 …
45 kg (77 … 99 lb.)
35 N/mm (200 lb/in)
Spring rate (TC 50 MINI)
Weight of rider: 15 …
25 kg (33 … 55 lb.)
65 N/mm (371 lb/in)
Weight of rider (stan-
dard): 25 … 35 kg (55 …
77 lb.)
75 N/mm (428 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 35 …
45 kg (77 … 99 lb.)
85 N/mm (485 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by
changing the spring preload.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. (
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Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. (
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. (
Summary of Contents for TC 50 2023
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