10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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10.9
Adjusting the spring preload of the shock absorber
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Caution
Danger of accidents
Disassembly of pressurized parts can lead to injury.
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The shock absorber is filled with high density nitrogen. Adhere to the description provided. (Your authorized Husqvarna work-
shop will be glad to help.)
Info
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Remove the shock absorber.
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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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 (T106S)
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Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under tension.
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Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to measurement
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload
12 mm (0.47 in)
Info
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.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Adjusting the riding sag
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Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Remove the shock absorber.
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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: 65… 75 kg (143…
165 lb.)
54 N/mm (308 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75… 85 kg (165…
187 lb.)
57 N/mm (325 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85… 95 kg (187…
209 lb.)
60 N/mm (343 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber.
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