GAS GAS MC 85 2023, Руководство пользователя

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10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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Main work
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Measure the full spring length while it is under tension and note
down the value.
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Loosen screw
1
.
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Turn adjusting ring
2
until the spring is no longer under tension.
Hook wrench (90129051000)
Info
If the spring cannot be fully released, the spring must be
removed to accurately measure the spring length.
–
Measure the total spring length while the spring is not under ten-
sion.
–
Tension the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to specified dimen-
sion
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload 11 mm (0.43 in)
Info
The spring preload is the difference between the relaxed
spring length and the tensioned spring length.
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be
necessary to increase or decrease the spring preload.
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Tighten screw
1
.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber
adjusting ring
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. ( p. 52)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 41)
10.11 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 41)
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Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 51)
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Weight of rider: < 45 kg
(< 99 lb.)
35 N/mm (200 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 45 … 55 kg
(99 … 121 lb.)
40 N/mm (228 lb/in)
Weight of rider: > 55 kg
(> 121 lb.)
45 N/mm (257 lb/in)