Triumph Tiger 800, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Maintenance and Adjustment
An increase in spring pre-load requires firmer
damping, a reduction in spring pre-load
requires softer damping.
The damping must be adjusted to the road
conditions and the spring pre-load.
Note:
• The Tiger 800 and the Tiger 800XC
are delivered from the factory with
the rear suspension set at the
standard settings, as shown in the
relevant suspension chart (see
page
96 ).
• These charts are only a guide.
Setting requirements may vary for
rider weight and personal
preferences. See the following pages
for information regarding
suspension adjustment.
Rear Suspension Adjustment
The rear suspension unit on Tiger 800 is
adjustable for spring pre-load. The rear
suspension unit on Tiger 800XC is adjustable
for spring pre-load and rebound damping.
Spring Pre-Load Adjustment
1. Spring pre-load adjuster
The spring pre-load adjuster is situated on
the right hand side of the motorcycle, at the
top of the rear suspension unit.
To adjust the spring pre-load setting rotate
the slotted adjuster clockwise to increase, or
anti-clockwise to decrease.
Note:
• The setting is measured as the
number of adjuster 'clicks' anti-
clockwise from the fully clockwise
(hardest) position.
• The Tiger 800 is delivered from the
factory with the spring pre-load set
to 30 'clicks' anti-clockwise from the
fully clockwise position.
• The Tiger 800XC is delivered from
the factory with the spring pre-load
set to 24 'clicks' anti-clockwise from
the fully clockwise position.
Warning
Ensure that the correct balance between
front and rear suspension is maintained.
Suspension imbalance could significantly
change handling characteristics leading to
loss of control and an accident. Refer to the
the front and rear suspension setting charts
for further information or consult your
dealer.
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