12 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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12.3
Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
Warning
Danger of accidents
Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling characteris-
tic.
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Ride slowly to start with after making adjustments to get the feel of the new handling characteristic.
Info
The spring preload defines the initial status of the spring operation on the shock absorber.
The best spring preload setting is achieved when it is set for the weight of the rider and that of any lug-
gage and a passenger, thus ensuring an ideal compromise between handling and stability.
V00603-10
(All standard models)
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Adjust the spring preload by turning the adjusting ring
1
using the hook wrench from the tool set.
Guideline
Spring preload
Standard
4 clicks
Hook wrench, shock absorber (90529077000)
