YEC YZF-R6 SS KIT 2004, Manual

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R6 Shock Absorber Manual
(basic information)
ADJUSTMENT
Following factors can change the adjustment of a shock:
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spring rate
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preload on the string
•
compression damping
•
rebound damping
The combined working of these factors will influence the working of the shock and the
balance of the bike. The standard adjustments are based on several years of experience
and are the best adjustments for general use. Adjustment is possible for extreme wishes
of circuit of rider (weight).
Spring rate
The spring rate and the adjustable preload of the spring, mounted on the shock are
determining for an exact starting point of optimal spring behavior.
Preload on the spring
We can change the preload of the spring in two different ways:
a. with the shock mounted on the bike
turn the preload nut in the way you want to adjust, softer or harder
b. with the shock removed of the bike
mount the shock in a vice and turn the preload nut in the way you want to adjust,
softer or harder
Adjustment of compression damping
The compression refers to the hydraulic damping when the shock moves in. The
compression can be changed by the compression adjuster which is located above the
nitrogen tank.
The compression damping fixes the speed of the shock moving in.
The compression damping also makes sure that the shock doesn’t bottom at heavy
impact.
Before you want to change the compression, it is essential to know the standard set up.
The best set up for different circuits, rider’s style (with or without passenger) can be
obtained by adjusting the compression and rebound damping to your personal feeling.
The compression damping has about 13 positions.
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The minimum compression damping is position 13 (screw completely turned out)
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The maximum compression damping is position 1 (screw completely turned in)
PS: Never force to turn the screw completely in.
By doing so you can damage the adjustment needle.
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