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Spring preload
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting nut in direction (a) to in-
crease the spring preload and thereby harden
the suspension, and in direction (b) to de-
crease the spring preload and thereby soften
the suspension.
NOTE:
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A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha
dealer to make this adjustment.
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The spring preload setting is determined by
measuring distance A, shown in the illustration.
The shorter distance A is, the higher the spring
preload; the longer distance A is, the lower the
spring preload. With each complete turn of the
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
These shock absorber assemblies contain
highly pressurized nitrogen gas.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The shock absorber assemblies could ex-
plode, causing injury or property damage.
Cylinder damage could also result in poor
handling which could cause an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
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Do not tamper with or attempt to open the
cylinder assemblies.
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Do not subject the shock absorber assem-
blies to an open flame or other high heat.
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Do not deform or damage the cylinders in
any way.
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Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out
shock absorber assembly yourself. Take
the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha
dealer for any service.
1. Spring preload adjusting nut
2. Locknut
3. Special wrench
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