Maintenance and Adjustment
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• Examine each fork for any sign of
damage, scratching of the slider
surface, or for oil leaks.
• If any damage or leakage is found,
consult an authorized Triumph
dealer.
Rear Suspension
The motorcycle suspension has three
different rear adjustment settings;
spring preload, rebound damping and
compression damping.
The Standard rear suspension preload
settings provide a comfortable ride
and good handling characteristics
for general, solo riding. The following
tables show suggested settings for
rear suspension under different load
conditions for all models.
Rear Suspension Settings
The motorcycle is delivered from the
factory with all the suspension settings
set at the Standard setting, as shown in
the relevant suspension tables.
The settings shown in the tables are
only a guide. Setting requirements
may vary for rider weight and personal
preferences.
Preload Suspension Settings
Loading Condition
Rear Spring
Preload
1
Solo Riding
Standard
1
Comfort
(Softer)
1
Sport (Firmer)
1
1
Position 1 is minimum (fully clockwise) and
position 3 is maximum (fully counterclockwise).
