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TUNING THE CHASSIS
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Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce
damping.
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Mount protection caps
.
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(125/150 SX US, All XC models, 250 SX US)
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Turn the red adjusting screw
all the way clockwise.
Info
The adjusting screw
is located at the upper end of the right fork leg.
The rebound damping is located in the right fork leg
REB
(red adjusting
screw). The compression damping is located in the left fork leg
COMP
(white adjusting screw).
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Turn counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the fork type.
Guideline
Rebound damping (125/150 SX US)
Comfort
17 clicks
Standard
15 clicks
Sport
13 clicks
Rebound damping (250 SX US)
Comfort
17 clicks
Standard
15 clicks
Sport
13 clicks
Rebound damping (All XC models)
Comfort
17 clicks
Standard
15 clicks
Sport
13 clicks
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counterclockwise to reduce
damping.
10.16
Handlebar position
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The holes on the handlebar support are placed at a distance of
from the center.
Hole distance A
3.5 mm (0.138 in)
The handlebar can be mounted in 2 different positions. In this way, the handlebar can
be mounted in the position that is most comfortable for the rider.
10.17
Adjusting the handlebar position
Warning
Danger of accidents
Handlebar breakage.
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If the handlebar is bent or straightened it will cause material fatigue, and the handlebar can break. Always replace handle-
bar.
Preparatory work
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Remove the handlebar cushion.
