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2002 Buell S3T: Chassis
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SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS
2.23
SPRING PRELOAD
Adjust rear spring preload before attempting any other adjust-
ments. See
1.13 PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT
. This setting
assures that the rear suspension has the proper amount of
travel for the rider’s weight and the motorcycle’s cargo load.
Make this adjustment before the motorcycle is ridden any dis-
tance. Your Buell dealer can assist you if necessary.
ADJUSTMENTS
Evaluating and changing the rebound and compression
damping is a very subjective process. A good performing sus-
pension finds a proper balance between spring, spring pre-
load, damping, track conditions and riding speed. However,
all settings are at best a compromise. If a rider fails to find a
good set-up, go back to the factory recommended settings
and start over again.
Make all suspension adjustments in one or two click incre-
ments. Adjusting more than one or two clicks at a time may
cause you to skip the best adjustment. Test ride after each
adjustment. When an adjustment makes no difference, return
to the previous adjustment and try a different approach.
To find the optimum settings you will need the preload prop-
erly adjusted, the tires properly inflated and a familiar bumpy
road. It is useful if the road contains a variety of different
bumps from small sharp bumps such as potholes or frost
heaves to large undulations. Begin the process by putting all
the damping adjustments at the factory recommended set-
tings. Ride the bike over a variety of different surfaces and
bumps at different speeds. When the suspension is set prop-
erly the motorcycle will be stable and comfortable.
REAR SHOCK DAMPING
ADJUSTMENTS
Beyond the rear preload adjustment, the rear shock can also
be adjusted for compression and rebound damping. However,
it is important to note the rear preload must be set correctly
before performing any other adjustments.
See
Figure 2-77.
Adjust
rebound
damping using the slotted
dial on the remote reservoir at the front of the shock.
●
Factory setting-full damping minus 1 turn.
See
Figure 2-78.
Adjust
compression
damping using the
slotted dial on the shaft at the end of the shock.
●
Factory setting-full damping minus 2.5 turns.
Adjusting Rear Shock
1.
Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial on the appropri-
ate adjuster clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum
damping setting for that adjustment.
2.
Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount to align the reference marks. This is the factory
recommended setting.
fRONT FORK DAMPING
ADJUSTMENTS
See
Figure 2-79.
Adjust
rebound
damping using the slotted
dial on the top of each fork leg.
●
Factory setting-full damping minus 0.5 turn.
See
Figure 2-79.
Adjust
compression
damping using the
slotted dial on the bottom of each fork leg.
●
Factory setting-full damping minus 1.75 turns.
Adjusting Front Forks
1
1
WARNING
1
WARNING
Always adjust each fork leg to the same settings. Uneven
adjustment between left and right forks may lead to a loss
of control which could result in death or serious injury.
1.
Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial on the appropri-
ate adjuster clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum
damping setting for that adjustment.
2.
Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended
amount to align the reference marks. This is the factory
recommended setting.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1
1
WARNING
1
WARNING
This section is intended solely as a guide to diagnosing
problems. Carefully read the appropriate sections of this
manual before performing any work. Improper suspen-
sion adjustments may cause loss of control which could
result in death or serious injury.
The following tables list possible suspension and operating
troubles and their probable causes. Use the tables to keep
your motorcycle in good operating condition.
When making adjustments, remember there are two mediums
in setting up a bike, geometry and suspension. Both compo-
nents work together because suspension is a part of geometry.
In order to solve handling problems, it is important to diagnose
the problem’s true nature. Chattering, sliding or an uncomfort-
able feeling are suspension problems. Handling and a swinging
fork are geometry-related, but often these unwanted character-
istics can be solved by suspension adjustments.
Table 2-6. Recommended Rear Shock
Damping Settings
SETTINGS
SOLO
(STD)
2 UP
SOLO
(FIRM)
SOLO
(SOFT)
Front Rebound
0.5
1
0.5
1.5
Front Compression
1.75
1.25
1.25
MIN
Rear Rebound
1
0.5
0.5
2.5
Rear Compression
2.5
0.25
1
MIN
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