INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-16
3
2. Turn the key counterclockwise, re-
move it, and then close the lock
cover.
EAU14871
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly
The shock absorber assembly is locat-
ed under the rider seat and is equipped
with a spring preload adjusting ring.
CAUTION:
ECA10100
Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum or
minimum settings.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
1. Remove the rider seat. (See page
2. Remove each quick fastener from
the ignitor unit panel by pushing
the center in with a screwdriver,
then pulling the fastener out.
3. Pull the ignitor unit panel out to the
right.
4. Remove the mudguard by remov-
ing each quick fastener.
XVS1100
1. Storage compartment cover
1. Quick fastener
1. Ignitor unit panel
1. Quick fastener
2. Mudguard
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