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ADJUSTING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLIES
INSP
ADJ
CAUTION:
a
b
After bleeding the hydraulic brake system,
check the brake operation.
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ADJUSTING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLIES
The following procedure applies to both of the
rear shock absorber assemblies.
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
Always adjust both rear shock absorber as-
semblies evenly. Uneven adjustment can re-
sult in poor handling and loss of stability.
Spring preload
Never go beyond the maximum or minimum
adjustment positions.
1. Adjust:
spring preload
a.
Insert a screwdriver into the hole
1
in the
spring seat.
b.
Turn the spring seat
1
in direction
a
or
b
.
Direction
Spring preload is increased
(suspension is harder).
Direction
Spring preload is decreased
(suspension is softer).
Adjusting positions
Standard: 4
Minimum: 1
Maximum: 7
