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Troubleshooting Improper Settings
Listed below are some symptoms of improper suspension settings
and the most likely means of correcting them.
The proper settings can be achieved by applying the information
in this chapter in a scientific, methodical manner; this does not mean,
however, that you must be a scientist or trained technician to succeed.
Simply take time a think about the changes you believe necessary,
check them against the symptoms and cures described here, make
the changes in small increments, and take notes on the changes
and their effects.
Simptoms of the Front Forks
Too hard
- The front forks are too stiff
. Rebound or compression damping adjustment incorrect.
. The springs are too strong.
. Too much oil.
. Too heavy oil.
- The front forks stiffens up the end of stroke
. The fork oil level is too high.
- The front forks operate but ride is too hard
. Oil too heavy.
. Worn out fork oil.
Too soft
- The fron fork dive excessively during braking and deceleration
. Fork oil level is low.
. Springs are too soft.
. Oil too light.
. Fork oil is worn out.
. Rebound or compression damping adjusting incorrect.
Symptoms of the rear shok:
Too hard
- The suspension is too stiff
. Compression damping is too high.
. Spring is too hard.
Too soft
- On landing after a big jump, bottoming occurs (normally O.K.).
. Spring preload is too soft or compression damping is too soft.
. Spring is too soft.
. Shock oil is worn.
Determining the Proper Settings:
- Standard Settings
From the factory, the machine is set up for an intermediate-weight
rider possessing intermediate riding ability. Hence, if the actual rider
weight is considerably more or less than this, or if his riding experience
and ability are much greater or lesser than the intermediate made
to put the suspension "in the ballpark".
- Readjustment of the suspension
Smooth
Softer spring
Rough
Harder spring
