MAINTENANCE
Front and rear suspension adjustment
Standard shock absorber
The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rider's weight and
2
1
riding conditions�
a
b
NOTE
When adjusting the rear shock absorbers, the rear wheels need to
be removed.
Adjust the spring preload as follows. To increase the spring
preload, turn the adjusting ring in direction
�
a
To decrease the spring preload, turn the adjusting ring in direction
1
�
b
NOTE
A special wrench (if not supplied in tool kit) can be obtained at a
dealer to make this adjustment.
Standard preload position:
B
A- Minimum (soft)
E- Maximum (hard)
NOTE
Always adjust the shock absorbers on the left and right sides to the
same setting�
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