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Adjusting the Rear Suspension
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Adjusting the Rear
Suspension
You can adjust the spring preload of the
rear suspension to suit the load or the road
surface.
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Spring Preload
Remove the right side cover.
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Turn the adjuster clockwise to increase
spring preload (hard), or turn the adjuster
counterclockwise to decrease spring
preload (soft).
To set the standard position, turn the
adjuster counterclockwise until it will no
longer turn (lightly seat), and then turn the
adjuster clockwise until it clicks. This click is
position 0 (minimum setting). The standard
position is 9 clicks from the minimum
setting (total setting: 33 clicks).
NOTICE
Do not turn the adjuster beyond its limits.
NOTICE
The rear shock absorber damper unit contains high
pressure nitrogen gas. Do not attempt to disassemble,
service, or improperly dispose of the damper. See your
dealer.
GL1800B/BD
Preload adjuster