Indian Motorcycle SCOUT BOBBER 2021, Owner'S Manual

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1. Verify that tire pressure is at specification. See page 98.
2. Rest the motorcycle on the sidestand.
3. Ensure threads are clear of all dirt and debris before loosening
the lock nut
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. Loosen the lock nut by turning it counter-
clockwise (as viewed from the top of shock) with the spanner
wrench. The upper spanner nut on the shock is the lock nut.
The lower spanner nut is the adjuster nut
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.
WARNING
Ensure threads on shock body are clean and clear of debris
before adjusting the spanner nuts. Before attempting to adjust
downward, spin the spanner nuts one full revolution upward and
then adjust in the downward position.
4. Spray a light lubricant on the adjuster nut where it contacts the
spring. DO NOT allow spray to contact the drive belt.
5. Adjust shock preload by rotating the adjuster nut clockwise (as
viewed from the top of shock) to INCREASE preload
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(firm) or
counter-clockwise to DECREASE preload
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(softer).
6. Recheck the preload measurement after adjusting.
7. Tighten the lock nut securely against the adjuster nut.
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