MACHINE TUNING 4-11
REAR SUSPENSION TUNING
The rear suspension compression and rebound damping force,
and spring pre-load are adjustable for rider’s preference, rider’s
weight and course condition.
NOTE:
* Break-in the rear suspension when riding with a new rear
cushion unit. (
1-6)
* Inspect the following items before attempting adjustment.
- Rear shock absorber damage and oil leakage. (
2-36)
- Swingarm and links tightness. (
2-36)
- Tire pressure. (
2-37)
- Tire and wheel damage. (
2-36)
- Spoke nipple tension and rim lock tightness. (
2-37)
COMPRESSION DAMPING FORCE
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
To set the adjuster, you must gently turn the adjust screw or bolt
clockwise until it stops, then back it out the recommended num-
ber of turns. Do not force the adjust screw or bolt past the
stopped position, or you may damage the adjuster.
Low-side
• Turn the adjust screw
1
clockwise until it stops (full hard
position).
• Turn the adjust screw
1
counterclockwise about 12 clicks.
Standard setting: (Lo-side) 12 clicks turn back
High-side
• Turn the adjust bolt
2
clockwise until it stops (full hard posi-
tion).
• Turn the adjust bolt
2
counterclockwise about 2 turns until
the two punch marks (
A
,
B
) align.
Standard setting: (Hi-side) 2 turns back
