5-20
5
4. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
NOTICE:
Always tighten the locknut
against the adjusting nut, and then tighten
it to the specified torque.
[ECB00082]
WARNING
EWB00451
This shock absorber assembly contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas. If the shock absorb-
er assembly is damaged, it could explode
causing injury or property damage. Shock ab-
sorber cylinder damage could also result in
poor handling which could cause an accident.
Do not tamper with or attempt to open the
cylinder assembly.
Do not subject the shock absorber assembly
to an open flame or other high heat.
Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any
way.
Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out
shock absorber assembly yourself. Take the
shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha deal-
er for any service.
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
Distance A = 238.5 mm (9.39 in)
Standard:
Distance A = 228.5 mm (9.00 in)
Maximum (hard):
Distance A = 223.5 mm (8.80 in)
1. Distance A
1
Tightening torque:
Locknut:
42 N·m (4.2 kgf·m, 31 lb·ft)
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