Yamaha Raptor YFM660RT, Owner'S Manual

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Rear shock absorber adjustment
The spring preload, rebound damping and
compression damping forces of the rear
shock absorber can be adjusted to suit the rid-
er’s weight and the riding conditions.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting nut in direction
a
to
increase the spring preload and in direc-
tion
b
to decrease the spring preload.
1. Spring preload adjusting nut 2. Locknut
3. Special wrench
NOTE:
_
A special wrench can be obtained at a
Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment.
_
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
This shock absorber contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The shock absorber could explode,
causing injury or property damage.
Cylinder damage could also result in poor
handling which could cause an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
● Do not tamper with or attempt to open
the cylinder assembly.
●
Do not subject the shock absorber to
an open flame or other high heat.
●
Do not deform or damage the cylinder
in any way.
● Do not dispose of a damaged or worn
out shock absorber yourself. Take the
unit to a Yamaha dealer.
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