10
TUNING THE CHASSIS
35
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
A
A
0
0
2
2
0
0
1
1
401195-10
Main work
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Loosen screw
1
.
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Turn adjusting ring
2
until the spring is no longer under tension.
Combination wrench (50329080000)
Hook wrench (T106S)
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Measure the overall spring length when not under tension.
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Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to measurement
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload
Standard
17 mm
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
1
.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring
M5
5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber.
x
10.10
Adjusting the riding sag
x
Preparatory work
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Remove the shock absorber.
x
–
After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
B00292-10
Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Weight of rider:: 75… 85 kg
(165… 187 lb.)
80 N/mm (457 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber.
x
–
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. (
10.11
Checking the basic setting of the fork
Info
For various reasons, no exact riding sag can be determined for the forks.
401000-01
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As with the shock absorber, small differences in the rider's weight can be compen-
sated by the spring preload.
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However, if the fork is often overloaded (hard end stop on compression), harder
springs must be fit to avoid damage to the fork and frame.
