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Maintenance
Rear Suspension Adjustment
1. Park the motorcycle with the sidestand down
on a firm, level surface. Remove all riders
and cargo.
2. Open the left saddlebag door.
Remove the
cap from the air fitting.
3. Refer to the shock label to determine the rec-
ommended air pressure.
4. Install the hose fitting of the recommended
gauge securely onto the air fitting. Read the
air pressure on the gauge.
Tip:
A small oil leak from the air fitting is acceptable
when pressure is adjusted. See your dealer if
more than 5 cc of oil leaks from the fitting.
5. To
reduce
air pressure, push the bleed button on the gauge. Bleed pressure in small
amounts until the desired pressure is attained.
6. To
increase
pressure, pump the handle until pressure increases to the desired amount.
CAUTION!
DO NOT exceed 72 PSI (496 kPa) in the shock.
7. Remove the hose from the air fitting and reinstall the cap.
Air
Fitting
Bleed
Button
Handle
