Polaris Outlaw 500, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
9. Subtract the step 8 measurement from the step 4
measurement. The difference should be between 3.75 and
4 inches (9.5 - 10.2 cm).
10. If the number is less than 3.75 inches (9.5 cm), decrease the
front spring preload and repeat all steps (See “Front Spring
Preload Adjustment”). If the number is higher than 4 inches
(10.2 cm), increase spring preload and repeat all steps.
Front Spring Preload Adjustment
1. Raise and safely support the front of the ATV off the
ground to allow the suspension to fully extend.
2. Turn the adjusting ring (1) clockwise to increase preload or
counter-clockwise to decrease preload.
Rear Suspension Set-Up
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Elevate the rear of the vehicle by placing a suitable stand
under the frame.
NOTE: The tires should be barely touching the
ground and the suspension should be at full
rebound.
4. Measure the distance from the ground to the bottom of the
rear lower control arm pivot bolt. Note this measurement
for later use.
5. Remove the support stand and have a rider sit comfortably
on the seat with hands on the handlebars.
6. Place the transmission in neutral and slowly roll the
machine forward and backward at least ten feet (3 m)
without lifting or pushing down on the suspension.
7. Turn the handlebars fully to the left and right.
8. With the rider still on the vehicle, repeat the measurement
performed in step 4.
9. Subtract the step 8 measurement from the step 4
measurement. The difference should be between 4 and 4.25
inches (10.2 - 10.8 cm).
10. If the number is less than 4 inches (10.2 cm), decrease the
rear spring preload on both shocks and repeat all steps. (See
“Rear Spring Preload adjustment”) If the number is higher
than 4.25 inches (10.8 cm), increase spring preload and
repeat all steps.
Rear Spring Preload Adjustment
• The rear suspension spring preload and shock
compression damping may be adjusted to suit different
riding conditions and operator weight.
1. Raise and safety support the rear of the ATV off the ground
to allow the suspension to fully extend.
Preload adjustment tool
is included in tool kit
Figure 2-27
Spring
Spacer
1
Ride-In
Spring
Increase
Preload
Decrease
Preload
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