Instrument an
d
control functions
4-11
4
When turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (b), it may
click beyond the stated specifica-
tions, however such adjustments
are ineffective and may damage
the suspension.
EAU84390
Front fork
b
lee
d
in
g
When riding in extremely rough condi-
tions, the air temperature and pressure
in the front fork will rise. This will in-
crease the spring preload and harden
the front suspension. If this occurs,
bleed the air from each front fork leg.
WARNING
EWA10201
Always
b
lee
d
b
oth fork le
g
s, other-
wise poor han
d
lin
g
an
d
loss of sta-
b
ility may result.
To bleed the front fork legs
1. Remove the protector.
2. Place the motorcycle on a suitable
stand. (See page 7-27.)
3. Make sure the front wheel is off
the ground and the area near the
bleed screws is clean.
4. Remove the bleed screws.
1. Protector
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